Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella) novel Chapter 424

For some reason, Bella felt like Hallie was scrutinizing her through those large sunglasses, making her feel slightly uncomfortable.

Hallie suddenly spoke as Bella wondered how to steer the conversation. "How many months along are you?"

She was clearly asking how far along Bella was in her pregnancy.

Bella instinctively placed a hand on her stomach. "Not quite five months. You go ahead and shop. I'll take a look at some maternity clothes."

Hallie suddenly grabbed her wrist. "I've heard about your pregnancy from Victor for some time now. I've been thinking about what kind of gift to get you—nothing too flashy, just something useful. Since the seasons are changing, I figured I'd buy you some comfortable clothes. You'll also need clothes for the baby after it's born."

Bella was momentarily confused. She felt something was off but couldn't pinpoint what. She glanced at Sean, who shrugged as if he didn't know either.

In the end, this trip cost her nothing. She hadn't spent a dime of the money Dominic had transferred to her, nor had she used her own money. Hallie had covered all her expenses, and Bella couldn't refuse.

Back in the car, Bella was still trying to process what had just happened. She asked Cara, "Do you think that this is strange?"

Cara looked genuinely puzzled. "What's strange?"

Bella didn't know how to describe her feelings, so she messaged Sean. "What's going on? Why is your mom buying clothes for me and the baby? Did you say something to her?

Sean jokingly replied, "What? Should I tell my mom that the baby in your belly is mine? I'd be dead before I could finish the sentence. Perhaps it's because you're carrying Dominic's baby. My dad and Dominic get along well. My mom's a bit eccentric and doesn't do things the usual way when giving gifts. You'll get used to it.