Speechless, Bella held her forehead in disbelief.
Steven, that rascal, how much force did he use? Was it intentional?
“How did you figure it out then, Amelia?”
“After that time, I started feeling unwell, always tired and sluggish... I thought I was just exhausted and didn’t pay much attention to it. But then I started feeling nauseous. I realized something was off. The night before last, I secretly went out to buy a pregnancy test, and I took it yesterday morning…”
Although this was wonderful news, Bella felt anxious and guilty.
She had been so focused on taking care of Carrie and helping out that she had not noticed how pale and worn out her sister had become.
As Bella’s secretary, Steven was just as busy, and they had both overlooked Amelia's struggles.
Still so young, Amelia now faced the daunting reality of becoming a mother. She was not mentally or emotionally prepared for motherhood, and the pressure weighed heavily on her.
The thought of her beloved sister living in constant anxiety and fear made Bella’s heart ache unbearably.
“Amelia… I’m so sorry. I should have noticed earlier. It’s all my fault for neglecting you!”
Bella pulled Amelia into her arms, her heart aching with guilt. “But if you just found out yesterday, Steve and Aunt Celeste still don’t know about it yet, right?”
“Bella… I’m scared…” Amelia sobbed uncontrollably, her slender shoulders shaking with fear. “Steve hasn't proposed yet, and we’re not married, but I’m already carrying his child. I’m afraid Mom and Dad will be upset and make things difficult for Steve.”
“You silly girl, what are you thinking? You’re carrying the first grandchild of the Thompson family! Dad will be overjoyed and want to celebrate the news with the whole world. There’s no way he'd be angry! He’s been sick for a while, but hearing this news might even lift his spirits and help his recovery!”
“Really…?” Amelia sniffled, her nose red from crying.
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