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Juliana pondered for a moment before speaking. “It seems Madeline is likely pregnant.”
She then turned to the indignant Sharon. “Just give Derek and Madeline your blessings.”
Sharon still found it hard to accept Madeline. “I don’t want Derek to marry Madeline. Juliana, you're aware of her
past actions!”
Had Derek not recovered from his coma, Sharon would have confronted Madeline upon her return. In Sharon's
eyes, Madeline left Derek for financial gain, only to return and pester him when she found herself short of money.
It seemed Madeline viewed Derek as nothing more than a fallback option. From Sharon's perspective, Madeline
was a manipulative gold digger.
Juliana only saw Norah as a suitable match for Derek. Regardless of the virtues others might possess, none could
hold a candle to Norah.
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Juliana sighed deeply. “Just let them be. If Madeline is indeed expecting, urge them to get the marriage
certificate and hold a wedding as soon as possible, ideally before her pregnancy becomes noticeable.”
After all, the reputation of the Carter family in Glophia was at stake.
Kathy's expression turned sinister. “Mom, how can we be sure that Madeline is expecting my brother's baby?
What if Madeline conceived with someone else during one of her escapades? Otherwise, why didn’t my brother
accompany her to the doctor's visit? This concerns the Carter bloodline. | can’t imagine my brother being
indifferent to that.”
Sharon's expression grew stern. “Kathy has a point. Madeline's history with other men before her return casts
doubt on the paternity of the child.”
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Juliana was calm. This matter touched upon the lineage of the Carter family, and they couldn't afford to take it
lightly. “Well, let's have Derek and Madeline return in two days for a discussion.”
Sharon snorted. “For someone like Madeline, marrying into the Carter family might solely hinge on the baby in
her belly.”
Kathy's expression grew grim. “So, having a child is like holding a bargaining chip? It seems that no matter the
obstacles, one could secure a place in a family through their offspring.”
Juliana addressed Kathy. “Kathy, | know you get along well with Madeline. Why don’t you talk to her and schedule
a tfor a meet-up? If she’s open to it, she can bring her parents along.” It was crucial for both families to
meet and clarify matters without delay.
“Alright,” Kathy replied.
Within the confines of Derek's villa, Madeline stared blankly at the report in her hands, astonished by the fact
that she was truly pregnant.
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The tspent with Derek following the Wilson family’s banquet had been intimate and passionate. They had
been careless, not once considering protection. The realization of her pregnancy cas a shock.
Madeline caressed her abdomen, pondering whether the timing of the baby’s arrival was a blessing or a
complication. Her plans, set in motion before the Wilson family’s banquet, were now in jeopardy due to this
unexpected development.
The sound of the door opening snapped Madeline back to reality. Hastily, she hid the report in a cabinet, quickly
fixed her makeup, and put on a smile.
“Derek, you're home,” she greeted him as he entered, discarding his office bag on the sofa with a look of
exhaustion.
Derek, silent, headed straight for the kitchen to grab a glass of water.
“How's the project coming?” Madeline, clad in a white dress, approached him with a look of concern, gazing up
at him tenderly.
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