Faux Vows, True Desires novel Chapter 457

Tiffany blushed slightly at Lucinda's teasing, but quickly turned to her and spoke of Liam with affection, "Stefan is even better to you. My Liam, bless him, he's a bit clueless, but he's all attentive and caring now because there's a little one of his on the way."

Lucinda chuckled, "You're being too harsh on poor Liam. In his heart, you're the one that matters most. He's just a typical guy, not great at showing his feelings, that's all."

"Hey, Tiffany, Lucinda."

Liam approached them, an umbrella in hand, and after greeting Lucinda, he turned to his wife with a tender look. They had recently gotten their marriage license and were set to have their wedding ceremony the following Saturday.

"Tiffany, this rain's coming down too hard. I'm here to take you home."

After saying this, he stepped forward to help her up, but Tiffany stood on her own, not needing his assistance.

"Lucinda, I'm going to take Tiffany back now."

"Alright, take care. And when you get a chance, take Tiffany out for a little walk. It'll do her good, boost her spirits and her appetite."

Lucinda remembered how Tiffany used to eat so well when she first got pregnant. Now, she wasn't eating as much due to morning sickness, which to Liam meant her appetite was poor.

"Lucinda, I'll take care of it."

Liam had even taken time off from the office, delegating his work to focus on the wedding plans and to be with Tiffany.

"Lucy, I'm off to get some breakfast."

Tiffany didn't ask Liam to drop Lucinda off at the main house because she saw Stefan, making his way towards them holding a large umbrella.

Stefan hadn't driven over, probably wanting to enjoy a romantic walk in the rain with Lucinda.

Tiffany thought her older brother was so much more romantic than Liam.

As Liam led Tiffany away, Lucinda watched them leave and soon saw her own man approaching with the umbrella.

Standing at the entrance of the gazebo, she smiled as Stefan drew closer.

Even in the pouring rain, he was the picture of calm, his suit impeccable.

The servants discreetly left the gazebo as Stefan entered.

"You didn't have to come all this way. Someone already brought me an umbrella," Lucinda said with a smile.

"Well, if Liam can pick up Tiffany, I can't be outdone," Stefan replied, holding the umbrella over both their heads. "I wanted to share this walk with you, under one umbrella, with me holding it for you. From now on, I'll be the one to shield you from the storms."

His words were as sweet as honey, love dripping from every syllable.