Chapter 50

I shook my head. “I can’t be pregnant—I’m too frail, and my body’s barely capable of conceiving.” “Ah, don’t say that,” Danielle said with a playful smile as she led me into the office for some tests. … I was sitting in the chair, idly waiting for the results, when suddenly William’s call shattered my thoughts. “Arabella, it’s time to get to work. Where have you been? Weren’t you supposed to have lunch with your assistant? She’s already back and you’re still not here,” his voice crackled through the receiver, laced with worry and urgency. “I… I have a few things to take care of. Could I have a leave of absence?” I mumbled, biting my lip. “What’s wrong with you? If you hadn’t kept quiet, I could’ve just asked your assistant! How is it that you never tell me anything? I’m not just your boss—I’m your friend!” William snapped, his tone growing sharper. “Don’t be mad, William. I just didn’t want you to worry…” I replied softly. “But when you don’t say anything, I can’t find