CEO's Tears Over Pregnancy Test Discovery novel Chapter 1594

Jamie turned her head sharply, stunned by what she had just heard.

The look in Ben’s eyes was more serious than she had ever seen before. His words weren’t casual. They came from the depths of his heart, and anyone could tell they were genuine.

Mrs. Lucas watched the scene unfold, her emotions a mix of complexity and relief.

A few years ago, she never would have imagined that someone she once dismissed could not only gain Ben’s acceptance but also hers. It was clear now that Jamie was not just anyone. She was important to her son.

But not everyone shared their sentiment.

Mr. Lucas frowned as his critical gaze swept over Jamie. He turned to Ben, his tone full of disapproval. “So, this is the reason you’ve rejected all those other women? What’s so great about her? Her family background doesn’t match yours, and her career is nothing special.”

Ben’s eyes narrowed. “Have you planted someone in the company to keep tabs on me?”

Otherwise, there was no way his semi-retired father could know so much.

His father’s brief hesitation gave it away, though his calm demeanor didn’t falter. “That’s not surveillance. It’s just ensuring you’re managing the company properly.”

This was the last straw.

Ben stood abruptly, his face like ice, staring down at his father.

Mr. Lucas met his gaze unflinchingly. “What? Are you so full of yourself now that you don’t need your father’s guidance anymore?”

“I don’t need your so-called guidance. I’ve had enough.” Ben’s voice was sharp, his words cutting like a blade.

Without another glance, he turned and took Jamie’s hand, leading her out.

Mr. Lucas was livid. “If you walk out that door, don’t bother coming back!”

But Ben didn’t stop and didn’t even turn his head.

*

Halfway home, Ben pulled the car over to the side of the road. He stared out the window, his expression unreadable.

Jamie glanced at him, her voice soft. “Don’t take it to heart. It’s not worth it.”

Ben exhaled slowly, his voice low and tinged with vulnerability. “Jamie, can I… hold you for a moment?”

The words slipped out before she could think them through, and she felt a sudden wave of nervousness.

It wasn’t a calculated offer, just a spontaneous thought. Ben standing there, looking so lonely and weary, tugged at something deep in her heart. She didn’t want to leave him by himself.

Before Ben could respond, Jamie reached out, grabbed his hand, and tugged him toward the building.

For a moment, it seemed like Ben forgot how to resist. This tall, imposing man allowed himself to be led inside as if her touch had taken away all his will to argue.

*

Jamie peeked into her son’s room, making sure he was sound asleep. Nestled under his blanket, Charlie’s cheeks were flushed and rosy.

Quietly, she fetched an extra set of blankets from the closet and led Ben to the guest room. “You can sleep here tonight,” she said.

Ben didn’t object.

The simple setup didn’t seem to bother him. He was clearly not the type to fuss over such things.

But later that night, Ben fell ill.