The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Emily found it utterly ridiculous.

Ever since she married Michael, she seemed to be constantly caught in various

predicaments, with everyone trying to influence her decisions, criticize her actions, and now even instruct her on how to be a mother.

She took a deep breath, pondering silently.

Was her life destined to be shackled by these baseless accusations?

She had been a dutiful wife. She was striving to be a competent mother. Yet, these people kept trying to impose their will on her, attempting to bind her newfound freedom.

"Bryan, I don't think there's any point in continuing this conversation. You have no idea what Michael and I have been through. Before you question me, maybe you should consider if he's fit to be a father. After all, you're his friend, not mine, right?"

With that, Emily took a deep breath and turned to leave.

She seemed to be using her resolve and determination to push back against Bryan.

Bryan clearly felt her resolve, standing there stunned, his emotions a mix of confusion and frustration.

For the next few days, Emily avoided JM, trying to escape the constant criticism. Penelope had a rough idea of what was going on, likely informed by Bryan.

Thus, Emily frequently received comforting messages from Penelope.

Penelope's messages were gentle like a spring breeze, but they couldn't calm the turmoil in Emily's heart.

Emily knew that most people's comfort was just polite gestures. Bryan had indeed misspoken, and his belated apology to Penelope led to her sending messages to Emily as a way to make amends.

Abigail noticed how stifled Emily felt staying at home and suggested she go out for a few days.

But Emily wasn't in the mood. She shook her head and sighed softly. "Abigail, I'm pregnant. It's inconvenient to go anywhere. Let's not make a fuss."

Even though Emily tried to smile, Abigail could see it was forced.

Abigail sighed, gently patting Emily's hand, and responded softly, "Then maybe you can go somewhere nearby! I've been busy with work lately and can't accompany you, but Emily, going out to relax would be good for you!"

Emily lowered her head, silent for a moment, feeling a mix of emotions.

She knew Abigail meant well, but she truly wasn't in the mood, not at all.

But to reassure Abigail, she nodded in agreement.

Meanwhile, Archibald was accompanying Celeste in Emerald City, enjoying the scenery and handling business, but his thoughts often drifted to Emily.

He didn't care about Dean.

After all, Dean was reaping what he sowed, likely just throwing a tantrum for a few days. Once he calmed down, he'd come asking for money again. But Emily was different.

Archibald couldn't stop thinking about her.

Even though the child she was carrying wasn't his, and she still had contact with her ex-husband, there was something about her that he couldn't shake.

Celeste naturally noticed Archibald's thoughts.

The day Michael and Emily came to the studio, Celeste sensed the subtle connection between Emily and Archibald.

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Seeing the way Archibald looked at Emily, it was too obvious, too unusual.

Thinking about this, Celeste sighed softly, looking at Archibald, who was distracted even while eating, and spoke, "Archibald, some people just aren't meant for you. You need to let go and stop dwelling on it. Constantly thinking about it can lead to trouble, and you'll end up losing more than you Penny wise, pound foolish, it's not worth it."

Her words were sharp, and she believed Archibald understood.

Sure enough, Archibald was initially stunned, then looked at her in shock.

He didn't say anything, but Celeste understood immediately.

She nodded, smiling knowingly. "When I was your age, I was passionate, thinking love was everything. But the older I got, the more I realized that everything is fleeting, only money is real. So, love is just a seasoning in life, not worth spending so much time and energy on."noveldrama

Archibald was silent for a moment, his expression complex, but he eventually nodded, though he still felt a bit of reluctance.

"Aunt Celeste, I just think... she's a wonderful woman, deserving of being cherished." Hearing Archibald say this, Celeste paused in cutting her steak.

She looked up, her gaze soft, as if seeing her younger self in Archibald.

"I understand you. Archibald, but you're a man. Do you know what the standard is for a man to establish a family and career?

"You've built a great career, that's a good step. But the next step, establishing a family, must be flawless to avoid ruining everything you've built."

Celeste put down her knife and fork, her expression nearly solemn as she looked at Archibald.

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She continued, "A man needs a partner who can support him in reaching his highest potential. Finding a woman who can be a true partner in his journey is the right way to build a successful life together."

"Emily?" A scornful smile crossed Celeste's face. "She's talented, her design skills are top-notch, but she's not the one who can help you reach the highest point."

Hearing this, Archibald was even more puzzled. "Why?"

Celeste smiled slightly, speaking softly, "Because she has a child."

Archibald paused at her words, but he bravely voiced his true thoughts to Celeste.

"Aunt Celeste, at first, I did care about her having a child. But Emily's child isn't a burden; it's a gift that helped her escape suffering. You have no idea what she's endured with Michael over the years, which is why they divorced!

"Besides, this isn't the past. Our family isn't ordinary; we can support a child. It's not a problem! We can have more children in the future, but I'll give Emily's child a complete fatherly love..."

"Stop!"

Before Archibald could finish, Celeste interrupted him.

She stared at Archibald, the one she cherished and had high hopes for, with a look of disappointment.

Taking a deep breath, Celeste looked at Archibald, whose eyelids trembled and eyes were red, and said. "Archibald, you're too naive!

"You're oversimplifying everything! Her child is part of the Smith family, and she'll always be connected to them! You could find a better woman, one who matches our status and respects you!

"Why, why would you bring trouble upon yourself and our Lancaster family! Have you ever thought about what your late father would think!"