In his dad's arms, the little chubby boy wasn't exactly thrilled.

Leo kept asking, "So, what major are you studying?"

Mia replied, "Law."

"What?! Law?!" Leo was taken aback. He glanced over at the police station behind Mia, then back at her. "That's a bit ironic, don't you think?"

"Mia, it's like you got your head stuck in a door. How did you end up picking that major?" Leo teased.

Mia looked a bit lost, "It wasn't really my choice. Basically, everyone except me and my son-my husband, my parents, even Henry-pushed me towards law. They said it's easy and relaxing, gives you freedom, status, and let's not forget, it pays really well." Leo suddenly got all worked up, "Wait, they ganged up on you..."

"Cough, cough," Andre, holding his son, interrupted. Little Henry, like a tiny kitten, snuggled deeper into his dad's embrace, looking all forlorn.

Leo caught a glimpse of his uncle's silhouette in the distance and realized what was up. Feeling a bit sheepish, he rubbed his nose, "Well, they aren't wrong. It is pretty straightforward, much easier than my major. Law's the easiest to get through." Hearing Leo's words, Mia felt more confident, "See, I'll just cruise through it."

Andre finally looked a bit more satisfied with his nephew. Holding his adorable, chubby son, he turned and warmly reminded Anya, "Take it slow on the way back."

With that, he grabbed his young wife's arm and, with his kid in one hand, said, "Molly, hop in the car. We're heading to the hospital."

"Oh," Molly said, sounding a little down.

Leo knew that his uncle's reminder was also aimed at him, and just thinking about it could keep him smiling for days. He wrapped an arm around Anya's shoulders, "Alright, let's head out too, babe."

Anya asked innocently, "Chad, who's this Henry Auntie mentioned? Did they get a puppy or something? That little one must be over the moon. What if he never wants to go back to the Cedillo family? Does that mean I won't get to hold him anymore?" Leo glanced at the fading figures in the distance, "Uh, Anya, 'Henry' is a person."

"Ah?" It took Anya a second to catch on, then she said confidently, "Oh, it's Cooper!"

Leo nodded.

Anya was taken to Leo's rented place, where she animatedly recounted the day's events to her boyfriend. Leo, wanting to comfort her, handed her a big bag of snacks and drinks, telling her to munch while she talked.

Leo figured his girlfriend had been startled and needed some TLC.

Meanwhile, without a comparison, there's no harm.

Mia was whisked off to the hospital, "Honey, why do I need an X-ray for my hand?"

Andre, still holding their child, sternly replied, "For hitting someone; you might've hurt your bone."

Plus, she'd had tendonitis before. In the end, Andre insisted on a full check-up for Mia.

Molly, under Andre's stern gaze, was bustling around the OB-GYN department, not daring to pause for even a moment, like stopping would leave her completely lost.

Until Chad, looking worn, finally arrived at the hospital. He rushed to the OB-GYN department and saw a familiar figure, "Molly."

"Wah, Chad." Molly burst into tears, running straight into Chad's arms.

She'd never felt so wronged before, and she cried her heart out.

Chad embraced his wife, "I'm back."

On his way, Chad had already learned about what had happened, breaking into a cold sweat.

Andre handed Chad the test results, "Molly's fine."

Molly, still teary-eyed, said, "Mia got hurt protecting me."

Chad thanked Mia earnestly in the hospital lobby, "Mia, thank you. You saved my family, and that's like saving my own life."

Mia scratched her head, "Come on, no need to be so formal. We're family."

Not wanting to be distant from her

family, she nestled into her husband's arms. Andre added, "We're family, no need for that. You just got back, take Molly home It's not good for a pregnant woman to be startled. Let's have dinner together sometime."

Mia nodded eagerly, "Yeah, my husband's right."

The families decided to keep the day's events from Hansen, not wanting to worry him. With his temperament, he'd likely insist on accompanying his daughter to every prenatal checkup from now on. With her husband back, Molly's spirits lifted. She was more lively and clingier than before.

Chad, realizing it was his fault for exposing Molly to danger, said, "Molly, I'll make sure your details are kept confidential. No one will be able to track you down."

Molly shook her head, her voice sharp, "No way. I love dropping by your station. Even if you hide my info, I could still get caught hanging around the station." Chad asked, "So you won't come to see me?"

Molly replied,

I don't visit you for a

few days, you'll drag me to the station to soak up the sun. Just keep me safe, Chad. I'm tired; I'll hap now. If I'm still asleep when we get

there, carry me inside,get

Officer Chad: "......"

Maplewood Estates

On Andre's lap, there was a kid on each side.

One was sitting, the other standing.

Both had their arms around his neck.

Little Henry's babbling was met with a frown from his mom.

Mia, not shy at all, kissed her husband in front of the household staff, "Honey, I love you."

Andre kept one hand on the little one to prevent him from toppling over, while also holding onto the bigger one to ensure he was comfortable.

Henry's chubby arms were a bit drooly as he stood on his father's legs, bursting with energy.

Mia kissed Andre again, and Henry, as if in competition, wrapped his tiny arms around his dad's neck and nibbled on him.

Andre, amused, tossed his son onto the couch.

"Why the kisses?" Andre asked Mia.

Mia replied honestly, "Kissing you helps you cool off. Are you still mad? If you are, I'll kiss you some more."

Henry, determined, pulled himself up using his dad's shirt, "Dada."

The couple didn't see any problem, and Andre said, "We need to have a real chat about that arm of yours."

Mia nodded eagerly, "Whatever you say, honey, I'm in."

"Are you sure?"

Mia closed her eyes and nodded firmly.

Isn't it just about catching a few more winks? There's no need for a married woman to be shy. After all, she's not doing the hard work. If it gets too much, a little cry would make her husband relent.

Andre saw right through Mia's act, understanding her true feelings.

A sly smile crept onto Andre's lips, "If you ever change your mind..."

"I'll be broke forever," Mia vowed dramatically.

"Deal!"

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