Chapter 162

Leather boots crunched softly on the snowy ground as Elsie took a few steps, then turned back. Through the swirling snowflakes, William stood under the eaves, still looking as sharp and handsome as ever. When their eyes met, a trace of warmth flickered in his brown eyes. He didn’t walk her out—just said, “Go on back. It’s freezing out here.” On her way home, Elsie couldn’t stop thinking about those eyes. When Olivia heard she’d run into William at Five Springs Hill, her eyes immediately darted to Elsie’s belly. “So, did he notice?” “Nope.” Elsie peeled off her puffy coat once they got home. Olivia reached out to touch her belly, then glanced down at her own. “How are you still this tiny at 20 weeks? Seriously, one hot pot meal and I’m bigger than you.” Elsie grinned. “You sure it’s just the hot pot? You eat five times a day.” Olivia clutched her chest in mock offense. “You savage!” She raised a hand as if to swat her but froze midair, remembering Elsie was pregnant. Instead, she grabbe