Chapter 7
Eva spoke bluntly, and Vivian immediately felt a bit awkward. "I didn't mean it that way."
Eva said nothing more; she didn't care what Vivian meant.
Before leaving, Brian prescribed some medicine for her and said to Vivian, "Even though your friend is reluctant to take medicine, she should try to take it if she can."
The three of them left the clinic and returned to the Blackwood family.
Upon arriving there, as soon as the car door opened, Eva, enduring her discomfort, walked out.
She only wanted to go upstairs and sleep.
But as she got out of the car, she stumbled and nearly fell forward, only to be caught in time by Adrian, who had just stepped out.
He frowned at her, "You're in such a state, yet you still refuse to take medicine or get an injection. You really are..."
Vivian, who had followed them out of the car, saw their hands touch and quickly walked over to support Eva.
"Adrian, let me."
Vivian helped Eva inside, greeting the servants as they passed.
The servants, upon seeing Vivian, all showed surprise.
Once Vivian had escorted Eva upstairs, the servants couldn't help but gather and whisper among themselves.
"That seemed to be Ms. Morrison, the one Mr. Blackwood likes..."
"What? Isn't Mr. Blackwood in love with Mrs. Blackwood?"
"Ignorance! Ms. Morrison saved Mr. Blackwood; he has been awaiting her all this time.”
"Is that so!" The group was about to say more but a loud cough interrupted them.
They turned to see the butler, who had appeared unnoticed, sternly standing there.
"Don't you have work to do?"
The group scattered like birds.
After they left, the butler, who was over fifty and had graying eyebrows, frowned.
So Vivian had returned... No wonder Mrs. Blackwood seemed off last night.
Vivian helped Eva back to her room.
"Thank you."
"You're welcome," Vivian smiled. "Get some rest."
"Alright." Eva took off her shoes and lay down, noticing Adrian slowly strolling behind them.
"Shall I take you back?"
Vivian nodded. After all, this was the Blackwood family, and she had no reason to stay here longer.
"Alright."
Before leaving, Vivian cast one more glance around the room and suddenly noticed a bespoke men's suit hanging on the coat rack outside.
Such a style could only belong to Adrian.
Vivian's face paled slightly. She pressed her lips together and quietly followed Adrian out.
After they left, Eva opened her eyes, staring at the white ceiling, feeling lost.
What should she do about the child?
Pregnancy was different from other things.
For instance, she could hide her feelings for Adrian very well, for one year, two years, even ten years.
But what about the pregnancy? When the time comes, her bump will show, she can't conceal it at all.
The more she thought about it, the dizzier Eva felt, and she gradually fell into a deep sleep.
In her sleep, Eva felt as if someone was unbuttoning her collar. Then, something cold was placed on her burning body, bringing her comfort. She sighed and instinctively clung to the person's arm.
Next, she heard a muffled groan and heavy breathing. Her nape was gripped by large hands, and her lips were covered.
Something slid into her mouth, teasing her nerves, causing her to softly gasp.
Eva furrowed her delicate brows and bit down on the intruding object. The taste of blood spread in her mouth, and the man gasped.
She was then pushed away, her cheeks pinched hard. She vaguely heard the person say, "You've really been spoiled, haven't you?"
In pain, she mumbled and pushed the person's hand away, then fell back into a deep sleep.
When she woke up, it was already night.
A servant was by her side, and upon seeing her awake, approached with joy.
"Mrs. Blackwood, you're awake." The servant reached out to feel her forehead. "Thank god, Mrs. Blackwood, your fever has finally broken."
Eva looked at the servant in front of her and, recalling some fragmented memories, asked, "Have you been taking care of me all this time?"
The servant quickly nodded.
Hearing this, a light of expectation dimmed in Eva's eyes.
She lowered her eyelids.
Those fragmented memories had made her think that the person taking care of her was Adrian.
But it wasn't.
As Eva was pondering, she saw the servant bring over a bowl of medicine.
"Mrs. Blackwood, you have just awakened, and this medicine is still warm; you should take it."
A strong medicinal smell wafted over, and Eva furrowed her delicate brows, instinctively avoiding it.
"Mrs. Blackwood, you should drink it while it's hot; it'll get cold soon."
Eva retreated and turned her face away. "Just leave it there; I'll drink it later."
"But..."
"I'm a bit hungry. Could you go downstairs and get me something to eat?"
"Alright, I'll go get you something. Mrs. Blackwood, remember to take your medicine."
Once the servant left, Eva got out of bed, picked up the bowl of dark medicine, and went to the bathroom to pour it out.
Watching the medicine flush away, leaving no trace, Eva finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Now that she was pregnant, she couldn't take medicine casually.
Eva stood up with the bowl, but as she turned, she discovered Adrian's sudden presence. He was leaning against the bathroom door, his sharp eyes filled with curiosity.
"What are you doing?"
Eva's heart skipped a beat, and a flash of panic crossed her eyes.
Adrian took a few steps forward, grabbed her wrist, and pinned her against the wall, his gaze fixed upon her, his expression gradually growing solemn.
"Recently, you've been acting strange. Why won't you take injections or drink medicine?"
"I don't want to. Is that a problem?" Eva met his gaze, trying hard to maintain a calm expression.
She was pregnant, but she couldn't let Adrian know now. If he discovered the truth, she couldn't imagine the consequences!
But Adrian seemed to have noticed her odd behavior.
"Eva, yesterday at the club, when you waited for me, was there something you wanted to tell me?" Adrian lifted her chin, staring into her eyes. He didn't miss any change in her expression.
Eva froze. Yesterday, she had just found out she was pregnant and had thought about surprising Adrian, but then Vivian returned...
She clenched her lower lip tightly, cold sweat breaking out on her back.
Should she tell Adrian about the pregnancy?
Next episode preview: Guess what Adrian's reaction will be when he finds out that Eva is pregnant?