When Wendy asked the question, Monica didn’t suspect a thing.
She simply assumed Wendy was genuinely concerned about Zac and replied with a smile, “Oh, same as usual. Zac and his father haven’t said much to me. I guess he’s just been busytely, I’ll remind him–no matter how busy he is, he can’t forget about his wife and baby. I’ll tell him to make more time for you.”
Seeing that Monica clearly didn’t know anything, Wendy didn’t press further.
“Mrs. Gibson, you don’t need to have the housekeeper move in. It’s a little inconvenient here,” she said politely.
Monica looked a little hesitant. “I just worry about you living alone. It’s better for a pregnant woman to have someone around in case anything happens.”
“What could possibly happen?” Wendy rolled her eyes inwardly.
She had already made up her mind to get an abortion. If Monica moved someone in to watch her around the clock, how would she ever sneak away to do it?
The Gibson family was practically bankrupt. There was no way she was going to bring this baby into the world. She was still early enough to terminate the pregnancy. If she waited any longer, it would be toote.
And if she actually gave birth? Even if she didn’t marry Zac and avoided being tied to the family’s debt, she would be stuck raising a child alone. What man would want to take that on? Being a single mom was hard. She wasn’t about to ruin her future like that. Wendy kept all these thoughts to herself, her expression calm.
She smiled gently and lied, “My mom’s actually flying in to help. She just booked her ticket. With her here, you really don’t have to worry.”
Monica brightened instantly. “Oh, that’s wonderful! When she gets in, let me know. I’ll host a wee dinner to show our appreciation.”
The Gibson Corporation had already moved its headquarters to Jersey City back when Chester first invested in thepany.
At the time, Zac had even bought a vi there and settled down–just so he could win Charlotte back.
Now, the entire Gibson family was living in Jersey City.
Back when Wendy was still pretending to be Charlotte’s willing standin, she pestered Zac until he finally bought her a fully furnished apartment. That was where she was living now.
Her mom hadn’t actually booked any tickets and even if she had, there was no way Wendy would let Monica meet her.
The Gibson family was a sinking ship. Wendy was already doing everything she could to stay clear of it. There was no chance she would drag her own family into the mess.
Still smiling sweetly, she kept up the act.
“There’s no rush, Mrs. Gibson. We’ll talk about it when the timees.”
Monica paused<b>, </b>frowning slightly.
“What’s wrong, Wendy? Is it because <b>Zac’s </b>been neglecting you? Is that why you don’t want the families to meet yet?”
Wendy had been searching for a good excuse and Monica had just handed her the perfect one.
She pouted, lowering her gaze with a hurt expression.
Yeah… I feel like Zac’s been more and more distanttely. Honestly, I don’t think he even wanted this baby.”
She had only meant to act sad, but saying it out loud actually hit a nerve.
After all, she had been in love with Zac. She had looked forward to the baby.
The <b>memory </b>of that day–when she showed him the positive test and he told her without blinking to <b>get </b>rid of it–still stung.
So this time, her sadness wasn’t entirely <b>an </b><b>act</b>.
<b>+25 </b><b>Bonus </b>
But she was no naive girl anymore.
Yes, she loved Zac. But love doesn’t pay the bills.
And marrying him now would be the end of her life.
Monica gently patted her shoulder.
“Don’t worry, sweetheart. I’ll talk to him. I’ll make sure hees by tonight to be with you.”
“What’s the point of himing now?” Wendy thought bitterly.
She quickly covered it with a soft reply, “No, it’s okay, Mrs. Gibson. He’s busy. I don’t want to cause trouble. Once things settle down, I’m sure he’lle see me.”
Monica looked at her with admiration.
“You really are so thoughtful. That’s why I know you’re the right one to be my daughter–inw.”
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