“But Grace…”

“Didn’t you say you’d do anything for me?” I cut him off. “Then you can’t tell anyone about us.”

Though clearly unhappy, Asher nodded in agreement.

He looked as dejected as a little puppy, and for a moment, I felt a twinge of guilt. But now wasn’t the time to reveal our relationship to the world.

We were chatting as we walked into the hotel lobby. Through the glass, I spotted Christopher and Jasmine standing across the street.

How convenient.

I turned to Asher and said, “You go on ahead and wait for me outside. I have something to take care of, but I’ll be quick.”

Asher, always obedient, walked out, only to bump into Christopher.

From a distance, I watched the three of them exchange a few words before Christopher and Jasmine hurried off, leaving Asher standing there alone.

On the way back, I asked him, “Who was that you ran into at the door?”

“Oh, that was my sister Jasmine and my brother-in-law,” Asher replied.

“Brother-in-law?” I was surprised by his choice of words.

“Yeah, it’s my first time meeting him. He seems reliable. They’re getting married soon.” Asher smiled, clearly pleased. “Jasmine raised me from when I was little. I’m really happy she’s found someone dependable.”

“Well… congratulations,” I said with a smile.

“Jasmine’s a great person. One day, I’d love to introduce you to her. I’m sure she’d be really happy to meet you too!” Asher spoke with a bit of hesitation, as if he was nervous about my reaction.

I nodded. “I’m looking forward to meeting your sister.”

But when that day comes, she probably won’t be as happy.

Back at my studio, the person I had planted close to Jasmine came by with information.

He handed me a recording.

As I listened to it, I was filled with an overwhelming urge to storm over and kick the baby out of Jasmine’s belly.