Chapter 68

Aside from the shock, Nicholas felt a twinge of worry. If this ever came to light, the Harper family's good days would be over. They couldn't risk exposing it themselves, but they also had to watch Noelle closely. Nicholas was just about to light a cigarette when Sabrina cut him off sharply. "What, are you afraid I'm getting too cozy with the Ashfords?" That was when he realized and quickly stubbed it out. "I'm so sorry. I got nervous and forgot you're pregnant. I'll skip it." Once the cigarette was out, Nicholas calmed down. "You're right, Sab. We can't afford to act rashly right now. We'll just have to play it by ear. And whatever you do, don't let the Ashfords find out you already know their secret." When Sabrina had overheard it last night, her mind had been a mess. Thankfully, she had pulled herself together fast. Nicholas instructed, "Also, for now, just focus on getting closer to Conner. Get him hooked on you, make him feel like he can't live without you. "Sure, Noelle's