Chapter 257

"That might not even be Ethan's kid." Sophie Larkspur snapped, words flying out without filter. "If it really was, she'd be thrilled. Why would she hide it, sneak off and get an abortion all by herself?" "Didn’t they say she and my brother had a fight?" "Celeste wouldn't do something like that. There’s gotta be some misunderstanding," Edward Shaw frowned. "Maybe it’s work pressure or something. I’ll talk to her later." "What’s wrong with you all?" Sophie looked around, clearly annoyed. "Whose side are you guys on? Why are you all defending her?" Grace Shaw had been studying with the jewelry artisan Celeste introduced her to, and honestly had no reason to badmouth her. As for Edward, he owed a lot to Celeste—the acquisition of the Goodwin Group was hands down the biggest win of his career, and she'd played a key role. Not to mention, he’d seen her work ethic and character firsthand since she joined the company. "I think you're just overthinking and being too petty," Edward stood up, sou