Chapter 1897

"I don't want you stuck in that marriage forever," Ana said, "so I told everyone not to mention the child's mother." Tyler remained frowning, eyes fixed on Ana, never once looking away. Ana, meanwhile, appeared entirely sincere–so much so that her eyes welled up with tears and her voice choked with emotion. It felt completely real. Taking in her words, Tyler subconsciously tightened his grip on the photo he held. His fingers pressed down until the picture crumpled into a small ball in his hand. Ana went on, "Tyler, I really didn't want to bring this up, but I didn't think you'd ask. So in the end, I had no choice but to tell you." She paused for a few seconds, then added, "I hope you can handle this calmly, okay?" Those nearby were so tense they couldn't stop swallowing. Tyler paid them no mind; his gaze stayed on Ana, absorbing everything she said. After a brief moment, Tyler shifted his eyes to Lucian. Afraid Lucian might say something unexpected, Ana placed a hand on his shou