"Shot you a text yesterday."


    With a good-natured smile, Eltham quipped, "You didn''t reply."


    Brittany had been battling morning sickness, feeling utterly drained.


    "Heard from Mr. Lte you were taking some time off. Thought I''d drop by."


    Eltham knew Brittany wasn''t keen on surprises, but after being away on business for so long, he genuinely missed her.


    Brittany shook her head, "Give me a sec, I''ll change."


    Eltham caught her arm gently, "No need, you look great as is."Content ? provided by N?velDrama.Org.


    Shrugging it off, Brittany asked, "Have you eaten?"


    "Not yet."


    "I''ll have the housekeeper whip something up."


    Eltham nodded in appreciation.


    The housekeeper was quick on their feet, serving up a hearty meal of three dishes and a soup in the dining room.


    After Brittany tackled her spicy noodle dish, easing her nausea, she sat beside Eltham and brewed him a cup of coffee. "How was the trip?" "So far, so good."


    Eltham couldn''t take his eyes off her.


    Their moments together were scarce, and Brittany was usually all business and grace. It was rare to see her casual,id-back side. Effortlessly chic.


    Like a noble, aloof cat yet touched by the warmth of human life, she radiated an exceptional glow.


    "You look thinner, everything alright?"


    Brittany shook her head, "Might be the workloadtely, haven''t been feeling great."


    "I was in a car ident a while back, took a toll on my health."


    Aware of the ident, Eltham was concerned, "Should I get some doctors to look after you?"


    "No need, I''ve seen a doctor."


    If the royal doctors examined her, wouldn''t her pregnancy be public knowledge?


    If the royals could annul the marriage, well and good. But if not, it could endanger the child and possibly even involve Isaac.


    Eltham sensed Brittany''s guard was up, feeling a bit deted, "Alright then, just take care of yourself."


    The Lte family''s housekeeper was an excellent cook, and Eltham, genuinely hungry, had his fill before setting the cutlery down. Brittany, feeling a bit cooped up, suggested a walk outside.


    Fortunately, she felt rtively okay today, managing to avoid sickness.


    While strolling in the garden, Eltham kept the conversation going, eager to bond with Brittany.


    Despite herck of enthusiasm, Brittany yed along.


    Before long, two hours had passed, and Daniel was back from school.


    Spotting Brittany at home, his eyes lit up.


    With his little backpack bouncing, he dashed over, "Mom!"


    "Daniel."


    Brittany''s tone turned serious.


    That''s when Daniel noticed Eltham, halting abruptly before awkwardly greeting, "Uncle Eltham."


    It was Eltham''s first encounter with Daniel.


    He had met Isaac before and remembered him well.


    Daniel seemed to perfectly blend Brittany and Isaac''s best traits, carrying traces of both.


    Eltham, a man of strong possessive instincts from a young age, could ept that Brittany was previously married.


    But seeing her son before him, he couldn''t help feeling a tinge of displeasure.


    "Time for homework."


    Brittany chuckled lightly.


    With a sullen air, Daniel retreated to his room.


    Eltham, losing the urge to continue, made his leave.


    "I''ll pick you up tomorrow afternoon."


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    Brittany frowned, confused about their ns.


    "You forgot? It''s my mother''s birthday tomorrow." "Right, I''ll be there on time."