"The company has arranged me to have a physical exam," Maria replied.it
Although she was a foster daughter, she had got a job at Moore Group.
I couldn't help but cast a glance at her.
An idea hit me. I shouldn't underestimate this woman.
Our eyes met, and there was provocation in her gaze.
"Honey, it's our turn for the prenatal checkups," I addressed Hawkins.
I somehow felt uncomfortable with Maria's silent provocation.
I didn't want to admit defeat.
I noticed that Maria shook, but she quickly regained her composure.
"Is Claire pregnant?" she asked Hawkins, her voice on the break of tears.
After hesitating for a while, Hawkins put his arm around me. "Yes, I'm going to be a father," he replied.
Tears were veil up in her eyes. "Congratulations, Hawk," she said in between sobs.
If it weren't for Hawkins' presence, I would have applauded for Maria's act was impressive.
Hardly had we entered the elevator when I broke free from Hawkins' grip.
"Could you really bear to see your beloved heartbroken?" I asked, observing his expressions.
He answered me seriously, "You're overthinking things. It won't work out between me and her."
Then, he tucked my hair behind my ear.
"I think marrying you was a good choice," Hawkins remarked.
His words took me by great surprise.
"Likewise," I responded.
I knew I would see Claire again soon, but I didn't expect her to come find me that night.
Things were getting interesting!
"Hawk doesn't love you. You won't be happy together," Maria said.
She dropped the facade of weakness, hostile towards me.
I was amused. "Whether he loves me or not, it doesn't matter. What matters is that I'm his wife."
I raised my left hand, showing her my big diamond ring.
Maria took a deep breath to suppress her anger. "How much money do you want? I'll pay you as long as you divorce Hawk."
That was the line for the typical evil mother-in-law of a wealthy family.
She made it sound like she was fabulously rich.
"I want Moore Group. Can you give it to me?" I responded.
She stared at me as if I had finally shown my true nature.
"I knew it, you're only after Hawk's money," she exclaimed.
ed."What else does he have that could make me interested?" I retorted with a shrug.
My directness rendered her speechless.
"Well said!"
Suddenly, applauses came from behind.
At the same time, Maria and I turned to the direction of the voice, only to find Hawkins.
I bit my lip. Shit! He overheard it all.