#Chapter 30 - A Ruined Cake

I was fairly certain that Diana was on the verge of passing out. And to be completely honest, I wasn’t feeling that much further behind her. The second James had made the harsh announcement of my pregnancy, I felt myself sway and roll back on the heels of my feet. A nauseating fog filled my head, causing me to feel light-headed and slightly disoriented. Thank God, James kept a sturdy hold on me, otherwise I would have very likely found myself on the floor. But unlike me, Diana visually paled and was left to rely on the help of her two daughters. Each one grabbed her from the side and tried to keep her steady. I cleared my throat and fought to work through the haze in my mind. “Mrs. Derek, would you care to sit down for a moment and rest?” I offered. Diana shook herself from her overwhelming emotions—a, a talent that I clearly lacked. Her features grew tense as she took a step forward and stared between James and me. “I refuse to stay here for another moment,” she anno