I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

At the end of the day , Jamison Group remained a prominent company in Colburn . Everyone naturally felt the need to flatter them . But someone whispered , " Why is Mr. Jamison always bringing that Thayer orphan around ? " Another man sneered . " Why else ? He's neglecting his wife in favor of his mistress , of course . " At the Jamison residence , Lauren suddenly clutched her stomach . " Is your stomach bothering you again ? " Carter asked . Lauren shook her head . " No , I just suddenly feel a little nauseated . " " Nauseated ? " " Yeah , this feeling ... " Lauren hesitated .

" It's exactly like when I was carrying Arielle and Adrian . " Carter wondered if she was pregnant . His eyes widened slightly . Was it from that night over a month ago ? That night , after entering the bedroom , Lauren asked Scarlett to bring her and Carter some wine . They talked and drank in the room until morning . After that , Carter only remembered getting into bed without even taking off his clothes . He wondered if he had slept with Lauren that night . But how could that be ? His silence made Lauren bite her lip .

Softly , she said , " Carter , that night , we- " " Don't say anything . " Carter thought for a long moment before he continued , " We'll go to the hospital tomorrow for a checkup . " If Lauren really were pregnant , then he and Rhea ... Nearby , Devan overheard their conversation and quietly sent a message to Rhea . At Westvale Villa , Rhea received Devan's message while on the phone with Nathan , " Mrs. Donovan Senior's birthday banquet is in two days . You should be there . " The Donovan family in Draventh built their wealth through hospitals .

70 % of private hospitals in the country were established by the Donovan family , with maternity Chapter 131 hospitals making up most of them . " Alright , " Rhea replied . +25 BONUS In the living room of the Jamison residence , Carter said , " I'll head to Draventh for Mrs. Donovan Senior's birthday banquet tomorrow evening . Let me know the results after your checkup . " He was working with one of the Donovan family's private hospitals , so naturally , he received an invitation . Lauren pressed her lips together . " There's no rush for the checkup . But can I come to the banquet with you ?

I gave birth to the kids at the Donovan family's maternity hospital . I'd like to take the chance to thank them . " " Are you sure your body can handle it ? These banquets can be exhausting . " Carter's eyes scanned her abdomen . Lauren touched her belly , almost as if she was sure she was pregnant . " It's fine . One day won't hurt . " " Okay , then . Consider it a chance to relax . " " I'll help you pack . " Lauren smiled gently . Carter nodded , increasingly impressed by Lauren's competence and virtue .

He believed that a woman like her was probably the kind who could stay by his side for the long haul . The next evening at 6:30 pm , Carter and Lauren arrived at Calmont Hotel - a six - star hotel in Draventh . The moment they reached the hotel front desk , they unexpectedly ran into someone . It was Rhea . After more than a month apart , she looked even more stunning and dazzling . Her presence had entirely changed , and she seemed like a completely different person . Her gaze was sharp, as if no one around was worthy of her attention . Carter couldn't look away .

Meanwhile , Lauren immediately recognized Rhea's bag and outfit . They were all exclusive items from an international designer . She lowered her head , clutching her bag strap . She couldn't believe Rhea's luck . Even after having been married , she still had powerful people supporting her . 2/3 Chapter 131 +25 BONUS Carter quickly regained his composure and asked , " Rhea ? What are you doing here ? " This hotel had been entirely reserved by the Donovan family , only accepting invited guests . No outsiders were allowed in .

He wondered if Rhea had heard about the even and secretly followed him here .