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Chapter 262 Are You Really Pregnant

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“Don’t worry,” Cecilia said, “he never loved me to begin with. He won’t keep looking for me. Give it some time, and he’ll eventually give up.”

She believed Nathaniel was only seeking her out because he didn’t like losing, not because of genuine feelings. Cecilia had left him a significant sum of money to settle everything between them.

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Vivian stared at the ceiling, deep in thought, before asking, “So, are you planning on replaceing a father for Jon and Eli?”

Cecilia was momentarily taken aback. Over the years, her focus had been solely on raising her two children. The thought of remarrying hadn’t crossed her mind.

She shook her head. “I’m financially stable now and can take good care of them. I don’t want to replace a stepfather for them–it might not be good for them.”

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“Besides…” Cecilia placed her hand on her lower abdomen.

Vivian’s eyes widened. “Really? Are you pregnant?

Cecilia gave a slight nod. “Yes. I had just arrived here when I went to the hospital for a check–up. They told me I was already a month along.”

With a touch of curiosity, Vivian placed her hand on Cecilia’s abdomen. “That’s great. In nine more months, Eli will be able to undergo surgery.”

“Actually, it’s eight months,” Cecilia corrected her. She had once explained to Vivian that pregnancy typically lasts nine months, not ten as commonly believed.

“Oh, I see,” Vivian said, withdrawing her hand. She then filled Cecilia in on the happenings back home. “Did you catch the news? Stella’s reputation has taken a serious hit this time. And as for Nathaniel, a lot of people online are saying he’s being cheated on.”

Cecilia had anticipated this outcome but hadn’t expected Nathaniel to ignore public opinion entirely. “Didn’t the Rainsworth family always have a way of suppressing public opinion?” she asked.

Vivian shook her head. “I’m not sure. All I know is that my dad told me Rainsworth Group has now hired a CEO, with Nathaniel managing things from behind the scenes.”

“Enough about him. Let’s get some sleep,” Cecilia suggested.

“All right,” Vivian agreed.

After planning to rest here for a few days, Vivian intended to return to Vivian. She had initially come back to Tudela for two reasons–to help Cecilia and to resolve things with her first love, Ernest.

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her father that she could live a good life without marrying into the Sinclair family.

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Over at Daltonia Villa, upon learning of Cecilia’s whereabouts, Nathaniel immediately arranged a flight abroad without a word.

Mason knocked on the door.

“Come in,” Nathaniel called out, not bothering to change his clothes.

When Mason entered the room, he was greeted by a scene of disarray–empty liquor bottles scattered everywhere. It was far from what one would call a home.

He couldn’t help but express his concern. “Mr. Rainsworth, there have been some issues at the company recently. Maybe you should go check it out?”

Although Nathaniel had hired exceptional people, without him at the helm, many of the Rainsworth family’s elders were difficult to control, making the company hard to manage.

But Nathaniel wasn’t in the mood. “I’m busy.”

Mason was taken aback again. When had Mr. Rainsworth ever let work slide?

Considering how Nathaniel had previously chided him for meddling, Mason didn’t feel it was his place to offer advice.

Just then, there was another knock at the door.

Mason went to check and found a somewhat familiar man standing outside. “You are?” he asked.

“I’m Norman Jenkins, the lawyer commissioned by Ms. Cecilia Smith. We met a few years ago.”

The moment Mason heard the name, he immediately recalled the divorce settlement Cecilia had arranged for Nathaniel.

Before he could react, Norman had already walked in. Seeing Nathaniel’s current state, he was initially taken aback, but then he pulled out the documents from his briefcase.

“Mr. Rainsworth, Cecilia has asked me to have you sign a document on her behalf.”

Upon hearing that he had come on behalf of Cecilia, Nathaniel’s gaze locked onto him. “What document?”

Norman stepped forward, handed him the papers, and succinctly explained. “My client entrusted me with a substantial sum of money, stating it was to repay the betrothal gift from before your marriage. She hopes that once you accept this money, all past matters will be considered settled.”