Chapter 1322 It Is Zachary''s
''Actually, the child in Evelyn''s womb isn''t Colton''s. However, he hasn''t discovered the biological father''s
identity yet. Nevertheless, this isn''t a significant concern.''
Nicole''s gaze lowered as she read the new message from Roxanna, and a wave of emotions swept
over her. I understand why Colton is doing this, but there''s a child in my womb. It''s an embodiment of
the conflict between us. I can''t afford to distract him from his current focus. For now, I need to support
him discreetly from the sidelines. The rest can wait for another time.
"Nicole, Roxanna has sent another message," Chloe said, ncing at the lit screen and gently nudging
Nicole. She knew that Nicole''s thoughts had likely drifted again. Although she appears no different from
usual, whenever someone mentions Colton, it will only take a few minutes before she drifts into a
trance.
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With the nudge, Nicole snapped back to reality, her gaze falling on the new message from Roxanna.
Her pupils contracted suddenly to the extreme. ''Colton is asking about your child.'' She realized that
Roxanna was uncertain about how to respond to his question. Indeed, without her consent, Roxanna
wouldn''t dare to readily divulge such personal information.
Meanwhile, Chloe also seemed to have noticed the content on the screen. Worried, she looked at
Nicole and said softly, "Roxanna seems a bit anxious. Maybe we should reply to her quickly." She
wasn''t rushing Nicole, but she sensed the importance of a decision. This can''t go on forever. I don''t
want to see her distressed over Colton''s affairs again.
Nicole nodded and tapped on the phone screen several times, sessfully sending a message.
On Roxanna''s end, anxiety gripped her as she watched her phone, waiting for Nicole''s message. With
every text Colton sent, the pressure mounted for her to answer, but she could only stall for so long.
Hence, if Nicole instructed her to share the information, she would promptly inform Colton.
''Tell him that it is Zachary''s.''
After reading the message, Roxanna''s eyes darkened. She hesitated briefly before crafting a message
to the man, conveying a simr message. It seems that Nicole doesn''t want anything to do with him
anymore.
Taking a deep breath, Nicole thought, It''s a critical time now. I can''t afford to distract Colton. If that
person is abroad, I can assist with the investigation. Once everything is resolved, if he is still willing to
be with me, we can discuss it then. With her mind made up, sheposed herself and turned to
Chloe, saying, "Bring me the documents."
Immediately, Chloe reached for the pile of documents nearby and urately retrieved the ones they
needed, cing them on the table. Then, she subtly observed Nicole''s demeanor, ensuring she was
okay before breathing a sigh of relief. Her realization is a positive turn of events for everyone involved.
"This person is named Kendrick Hofstead. Let''s meet with him tomorrow," Nicole said, her gaze
narrowing slightly as she looked at the detailed information about Kendrick in the documents. He''s
rmended by Mr. Lloyd. Suppose we can negotiate a partnership and secure this man as the
primary investor, then it will pave the way for the smooth progression of our uing projects.
"Understood. I''ll make the preparations," Chloe replied, nodding before leaving the room.
As Chloe left, Nicole took a moment to survey her surroundings. This was the location she chose for
the research center. Other areas were still undergoing construction, and a temporary hotel was
avable for her and Chloe to work in. The fullpletion of the center will take at least six months, but
there are many things to bepleted within this period.
On the other hand, as soon as Chloe walked out of the room, she exhaled a sigh of relief. I wonder how
things are progressing on Roxanna''s end. She sensed Nicole had a grander scheme beyond
establishing a research center. She must have other ns in mind.