Lost Me, Gained Regret (Jane and Bryant Ferguson) novel Chapter 658

"Shall we get hitched as soon as the mourning period is over? Just get it done?" I blurted out, breaking the silence between us.

Gregory stared at me for what felt like an eternity, his emotions flickering through his eyes like scenes from a movie. Disbelief, joy, excitement, and a hint of annoyance that I had stolen his thunder by popping the question first. But he remained silent, simply pulling me into an embrace.

I wanted to pat his back to comfort him, but remembering his injury, I gently tapped the back of his head instead.

"Go beam with joy over there; I need to have a word with Mr. Smith," I said, gesturing for Gregory to step aside, making room for Mr. Smith.

I turned to Mr. Smith. "I'm at a loss here. I need a solution, and I'll follow your advice to the letter. I just want to make sure this baby stays safe."

Gregory quickly added, "We can keep the baby, but not at the expense of Jane's well-being."

Mr. Smith stroked his beard thoughtfully before asking, "Are you sure about this?"

"Yes," I replied, a slight smile tugging at my lips as I recalled a dream about promising my grandmother that I'd bring the baby to visit her, calling her 'Great-Grandma.' "I can't go back on my word."

"All right then," Mr. Smith nodded. "As long as you're willing to follow my guidance, I can assure you and the baby will be fine."

Unable to get out of bed, I could only lean forward to express my gratitude to Mr. Smith.

"Save your thanks for later. You two owe me a big one once this is all sorted," he said, his tone light but firm.

"Of course," we both agreed.

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