Chapter 1443


    / Chapter 1443


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    Chris arrived at the apartment. As soon as he entered, he smelled a delightful aroma wafting from the


    kitchen.


    There, he found Lena busily cooking, tending to a pot of chicken soup that had been simmering for


    hours. Though soup required patience, she did not seem to mind. She lifted the lid and took a whiff,


    then used a small spoon to taste it before she smiled in satisfaction.


    Chris leaned against the kitchen doorway, a mix of emotions washing over him as he observed her.


    He walked over quietly and embraced her from behind, causing her to jump in surprise. He tightened


    his hands around her waist, and she rxed upon recognizing his familiar touch.


    “What are you doing?” she asked softly.


    Chris did not reply. Instead, he took in her scent and kissed her neck tenderly.


    Lena shrank into herself, her face flushing.


    Chris chuckled. It seemed he had discovered her sensitive spot.


    “Even though this isn’t for me, it still feels great,” Chris said softly.


    “What?”


    “Toe home and see you busy in the kitchen, the house filled with warmth and the aroma of


    cooking, and to have you beside me. This is the life I want most.”


    Lena served him a bowl, and Chris acted ttered. “What? Isn’t this a treat for pregnantdies?”


    “Are you having it or not?” Lena asked with a casual tone, but there was a hint of a smile on her face.


    Chris could not have been happier. He carried it to the dining table as if he were holding a precious


    treasure and savored every spoonful.


    Lena turned off the stove and sat across from him, watching him with a faint smile.


    The life he had described earlier was exactly what she wanted most, too.


    Chris looked at her and said thoughtfully, “Lenny, about what you told me the other day…”


    “Don’t mention it to anyone,” Lena said in a hushed tone. “I don’t want others to know. If it weren’t for


    wanting to exin that photo to you, I wouldn’t have told you either.”


    Chris lowered his head, hesitating to speak. “Lenny, can I ask you a question?”


    “Sure.”


    “Are you absolutely certain that you are Mr. Thompson’s daughter?”


    Lena was taken aback. What could be uncertain about this? Her mother had written all those things in


    her diary, and they were all based on actual events. Nichs had saved her mother’s life, and her


    mother had loved him deeply, willing to do anything for him. Did the “anything” not include bearing his


    child?


    She nodded firmly, her gaze unwavering. “I’m sure. Everything my mother wrote is true!”


    “Your mother’s words are true, but…” Chris looked a bit anxious. “But she didn’t explicitly write that you


    are Nichs Thompson’s daughter.”


    “Chris, what are you trying to say?”


    Chris cleared his throat and reached into his pocket for the crumpled DNA test report. He had secretly


    taken Lena’s hair for a DNA test, and the result showed she had no biological rtionship with


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    This result, though logical, had taken him by surprise. When he had read Lena’s diary and listened to


    her life story, he had harbored doubts. He knew what kind of person Nichs was, so he could not


    believe he had ever betrayed his family.


    Despite that, when the result was presented before him, he felt a pang of sorrow for Lena. He


    understood her yearning for a family and the fantasies she had built around it. He wanted to protect her


    and could not bear to shatter her illusions. After all, Lena was unlikely to spread the truth. So, why not


    let this beautiful misunderstanding continue?


    Chris licked his lips and gently held her hand.


    “You’re acting a bit strange today.” Lena looked at him, puzzled.


    “It’s nothing,” Chris said softly. “I just want to discuss something with you…”


    “What is it?”


    “I know this might sound hasty, but it’s what I truly want…” Chris looked into her eyes and spoke


    seriously. “Lenny, let’s get married.”


    –


    Lina woke up to see Linda’s gentle smile. There was a soft nket on her, and she realized that Linda


    had draped it over her while she was sleeping.


    “You’re such a big girl now, but you still can’t sleep properly!” Linda chided. “You came back home and


    copsed on the sofa right away. Aren’t you afraid of catching a cold?”


    Lina blushed and smiled apologetically, leaning into her mother’s embrace.


    When she hade back to her parents’ home today, she had intended to spend quality time with


    them. However, as soon as she stepped inside, she had not even sat down for a moment before she


    felt fatigued and soon dozed off.


    “I don’t know what’se over me. Lately, all I want to do is eat and sleep.” Lina stretched and spotted


    some fresh oranges on the table. Her mouth watered at the sight.


    “It’s because you’re at an advanced stage of pregnancy, so your mobility is limited and you feel


    sluggish,” Linda said, stroking her daughter’s head. “But having an improved appetite means that the


    baby needs it.”


    Lina was just about to reach for the oranges when Lena walked over with a ss of orange juice.


    Wherever Lina was now, Lena would be around her as long as Zuko was not with her. She had sensed


    Lina’s craving and squeezed fresh juice for her while she was sleeping.


    Lina shot her a grateful look and looked at Linda. She felt a surge of happiness.


    The three of them sat together, chatting andughing, truly resembling a mother and her daughters.


    It was then Evelyn rushed in with an anxious expression and called for Linda, “Madam…”


    “What’s the matter?”


    “Madam, Ms. Renee… She’s here!”


    Linda straightened up while Lina and Lena were surprised. Evelyn went to the living room door and


    activated the surveince system. They could see from the screen as Renee stood at the entrance of


    the Thompsons’ mansion, apanied by a group of people.


    “Are those reporters?” Lina gasped. “She actually brought reporters!”


    “Pammy, Aunt Linda, stay here.” Lena’s expression was cold. “I’ll take care of her!”


    “That’s fine.” Evelyn held Lena back. “Ian has sent his men. Those reporters wouldn’t dare toe in!”


    “But is Renee going to camp here with those reporters every day?” Lena frowned. “What exactly does


    she want?”


    Linda took a deep breath, her gaze now displeased.


    “Lena, watch over Lina and make sure she doesn’t get too agitated. At this stage of her pregnancy, she


    can’t afford emotional fluctuations,” Linda instructed and turned to Evelyn. “Where’s Nichs?”


    “He went to the Hamertons early in the morning—had a fishing appointment with Mr. Zephyr.”


    “Ask him to hurry back. Fishing at this moment?!” Linda’s presence was intimidating as she put on her


    coat and headed out with a determined stride. “I’ll personally go ask Renee what she’s up to!”