I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

Chapter 300 Carter felt his vision blur for a moment . He had just started establishing himself in Draventh , gaining connections and some confidence . Why ... But the pregnancy ... He wondered if it was a result of those few days he had spent with Lauren . Carter wanted nothing more than to slap himself . These thoughts flashed through his mind , and within seconds , he had made a decision . He had to give something up to gain something . He wheeled himself to the bedside . Lauren was asleep , her eyes closed . " How far along is she ? " Carter asked .

Holly replied , " We only discovered she was pregnant during the blood test . It's just over half a month now . It's too early to show up in a normal exam . When I told Lauren , she immediately refused treatment . She wants to keep the baby . " Sharon sighed . " She said that this is the last memory between you two . She can't let it go . Nothing I said could convince her otherwise . " Lauren's love for Carter was clear from those words , and hearing them left him feeling a deep sense of satisfaction . But satisfaction aside , reality was different .

Not only would keeping the baby possibly risk Lauren's life , but if the Ravelles also found out about this , everything would be over for Carter . At that moment , Lauren woke up . The moment she opened her eyes , she saw Carter and froze for a long time . " Am I dreaming ? " She reached out , cautiously touching Carter's cheek . When her fingers made contact , she withdrew them slightly . " It's warm ... " Lauren was thrilled and surprised . " It really is you ? Carter ... " They hadn't seen each other for a week , yet Lauren's longing was overwhelming .

Carter's pride was satisfied , and his tone softened . " Lauren , you need to focus on your treatment . Don't act impulsively . " 1/2 Chapter 300 +25 BONUS " I'm not acting on impulse . " Lauren's pale face shone with determination . " This baby's existence is proof of the time I spent with you . This might be my last attachment to this world . My three children are my greatest treasure in my life . " Carter said , " Being alive is what gives hope . If you die , what good is keeping the baby ? Arielle and Adrian have already lost their mother's companionship .

Do you want this baby to face the same fate ? Tears slid down Lauren's cheeks , soaking into the white pillow . She stared at the ceiling . " But he came to me when I was most helpless . And he's yours . How could I let him go ? I feel so guilty for not being there for Arielle and Adrian growing up . So I want to keep this baby even if it costs me my life . " Her love and selflessness stirred a trace of pity and sympathy within Carter . Lauren then looked at Holly . Holly said , " Mr. Jamison , Lauren's condition isn't too serious yet . She's only showing early signs of recurrence .

With some time and monitoring , it might be possible to control it . " But Carter wasn't focused on the possible recurrence of Lauren's cancer . His concern was that Lauren insisted on keeping the baby . " Could you two step out ? " Holly and Sharon exchanged a glance and left together . After the door closed , Carter tried to reason with Lauren . " Lauren , your body isn't stable . If your cancer has really recurred , it could affect the baby's development . A child born under these conditions might not be healthy . Look at Arielle and Adrian . They're already this old and still so weak .

" Lauren pressed her lips together . Her gaze fell on the blanket covering her . " I understand your concern . But I'm a mother . He's in my womb . I can't bring myself to terminate this pregnancy . I owe it to Adrian and Arielle , so I want to give them a younger sibling . It's my way of showing my love as a mother . "