Chapter 7

Charles hung up the phone, not feeling anything out of the ordinary.

Jessica, on the other hand, was clearly upset. "The days when you belong only to me are almost over, and soon I will have to go back to hiding again."

Charles shot her a warning look. "Don't let Evelyn notice anything off about it, or you know what'll happen."

Jessica looked like she was about to cry. "Fine, I know. You've told me a million times."

Seeing her about to cry, Charles leaned in and gently coaxed her, "You shouldn't cry while you're pregnant. It's not good for…