Chapter 408


    Chapter 408 Deception Will Only Last for So Long


    Xavia seethed with anger, dreading that if she remained any longer, she might lose control and unleash


    a torrent of curses at this bitch.


    She turned to Joseph and uttered, “I’m leaving. Don’t forget to apany me for the prenatal check-


    up in a few days. The doctor mentioned that my condition requires special attention due to undergoing


    chemotherapy. It’s best to have a family member present during the check-up in case of emergencies.”


    Joseph exchanged a nce with Lucas, clearly conveying his intentions. Lucas stepped forward,


    reassured, “Ms. Xavia, I’ll apany you. I’m sure you’re aware that Mr. Joseph has numerous official


    matters demanding his attention on a daily basis.”


    Xavia mustered a smile that held more sorrow than tears, yet she fought to maintain herposure.


    “That will do.” She swiftly made her way out, anxious that she might lose control and engage Chloe in a


    confrontation. In the blink of an eye, only Chloe and Joseph remained in the office.


    Joseph settled onto the sofa, propping up his chin with one hand. “So, do you finally believe that night


    was an ident?”


    “I do.”


    Chloe was not the type to cling to something once it was exined clearly. Xavia was almost infuriated


    just a moment ago, and if it were not an ident, her reaction would have been


    different.


    “Will youe to the family home with me tomorrow?”


    “No, I have to go to work.”


    He furrowed his brow slightly and disagreed, “Don’t overexert yourself.”


    Chloe blinked her eyes. “This isn’t about exerting myself. It’s about striving for a happy life.”


    “It’s not a problem for me to support you in everything, you know.”


    “I never asked you to support me.” She knew very well that relying on others was not as reliable as


    relying on herself. After a pause, she added, “We’re in a cooling-off period. We should not interfere in


    each other’s lives.”


    Joseph clicked his tongue and found it somewhat amusing. “How could you be so oblivious to what’s


    good for you?”


    Chloe snorted lightly, “I’m leaving.”


    “I’ll drive you home.”


    She did not refuse as the misunderstanding had been resolved and the frustration in her chest had


    dissipated.


    “I’ve moved out of the Johnson residence and rented a new ce.”


    Joseph nodded, “I know.”


    “Hmm?”


    “Gabe owns the apartment you rented. That whole street belongs to his family.”


    Chloe was speechless. ‘So, this is the life of the wealthy… However, the main point is that the real


    estate agent disclosed tenants’ personal information. I’m going to leave them a bad review!’


    Filled with anger upon returning home, Xavia found herself restless and unable to sleep. She took out


    her phone and dialed Vanya Morgan’s number.


    On the other end, Vanya removed her mask, revealing a pair of sharp eyes. “What’s the matter?”


    “Can we attempt to assassinate Chloe again?”


    “No.”


    “Why not? Leaving her alive is a disaster!”


    “She’s pregnant.”


    Xavia’s eyes widened in shock. If the scene at Fairlight earlier could be considered a devastating blow,


    this revtion felt like a thunderbolt striking her heart. “Don’t tell me it’s Joseph’s child?”


    Vanya’s sneer intensified, her eyes narrowing like those of a sinister ghost. “Whose else could it be?”


    Her words dripped with venom as she remarked, “Look at how ambitious she is. She managed to


    conquer Joseph in less than a year. And you? Six years and zero progress.”


    Xavia’s grip on the phone tightened, her voice trembling with a mix of fear and desperation. “What


    should I do? With this revtion, it seems like I have no chance of ever winning.”


    She had clearly sensed the different atmosphere between Joseph and Chloe tonight. Retreating


    seemed like the best course of action, but the addedplication of Chloe’s pregnancy was causing


    her to break.


    “Don’t panic. Chloe’s pregnancy might actually work in your favor.”


    “What do you mean?”


    “S has devised a n to swap the babies. You see, Joseph is no fool. Even if the amniocentesis is


    tampered with, a paternity test will be conducted once the child is born. Deception will onlyst for so


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