Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl (Pearl and Richard) novel Chapter 1045

"Fine. Don't come here." Pearl took a deep breath, trying to keep her emotions in check. "Tell me where, and I'll meet you there."

"I knew you'd agree," Hugo said confidently with a smirk. "Let's go to Casa del Sur. That place is nice, and I remember you love their exotic dishes."

Pearl felt a headache coming on. Dealing with Hugo always made her feel disgusted. "I don't like them. You got it wrong."

"Take your time since you're pregnant now. No rush. I'll see you in an hour," he said before hanging up.

Pearl quickly got ready and didn't bother with makeup. She headed straight to the place they had agreed to.

Hugo was already waiting at the restaurant. When he saw her, his eyes briefly showed infatuation before quickly disappearing.

Remembering that Pearl was pregnant, he put out his cigarette and opened the window.

Pearl sat down, keeping her distance. "What do you want from me this time, Hugo? You won't drug me like you did last time, will you?"

Hugo shook his head, chuckled, and shamelessly admitted to the incident. "Last time was indeed impulsive, but I really miss you this time. I want to talk to you."

"I've told you countless times. I have nothing to discuss with you."

Hugo shook his head. "No, I came here today because of your pregnancy."

Pearl immediately became alert. She clutched her stomach and looked wary. "You're not planning to harm my child, are you?"

Hugo sighed. "I know I'm not a good person, but I've never wanted to hurt you. There's no need for you to be so defensive."

Pearl's expression hardened. "I know."

"No, you don't. If you did, you wouldn't argue with me." Hugo knew she was stubborn. He then softened his tone, making it easier for Pearl to accept what he said.

"First off, having this baby couldn't have come at a worse time. You and Richard are both at the peak of your careers. Are you really going to give up your career to raise a child? Can you do that?

"Second, your biological dad has gone missing. Even if you prove you're not related to Richard, people will gossip. If your child is born, they'll have to deal with rumors of inbreeding. Is that what's best for them?"

"Third, and most importantly, your body isn't ready for childbirth."

Pearl's eyes narrowed. "What do you mean?"