?<strong>Chapter 1009:</strong>


    Relieved by the response, Marina shared a look with Kyson.


    Kyson, who had yet to discuss his feelings for Carrie with Marina, simply offered Carrie another serving of food, avoiding further conversation.


    Marina interpreted Kyson’s actions as him being particrly thoughtful. She silentlymended her brother, her smile barely concealing her approval.


    After bidding farewell to Marina and Kyson, Carrie retreated to her bedroom.


    She hadpletely forgotten about the WhatsApp message and flippantly tossed her phone onto the bed before heading for a bath.


    The maid had prepared a selection of essential oils in the bathroom to help prevent stretch marks during her pregnancy.


    Carrie undressed, noticing her belly was still t, though she had filled out slightly, adding an extra touch of elegance to her figure.


    She settled into the bathtub, beside which the housekeeper had arranged a tray with fruits and desserts. Choosing a movie, she rxed into the warm water.


    After soaking for two hours, her skin wrinkled from the prolonged water exposure, and she finally stepped out of the bath.


    Following her skincare routine, Carrie dried her hair and slipped into thetest season’s pajamas she had recently received. An hour slipped by unnoticed.


    She cozied up in bed and grabbed her phone to check WhatsApp, where she noticed several new messages from the unknown sender. With a flicker of curiosity, she tapped open the chat and recognized the messages were from Kristopher.


    The message read: “Albin has been involved in a serious ident in Zimeron, and his status is currently unknown. Could you please notify Camille and ask if she wishes to travel to Zimeron? Should the worst have urred, this might be herst opportunity to see him. I’m prepared to arrange a private jet for her journey.”


    Noticing she hadn’t responded, Kristopher continued, “Responding is justmon courtesy. I wish to keep our interaction strictly professional. Please don’t assume any hidden motives on my part. Given Albin’s dangerous situation, should the worst ur, Camille is likely the person he would most want by his side. As his friend, I hope to spare him any regrets.”


    As Carrie read through the messages, she could almost visualize Kristopher’s agitated and exasperated demeanor.


    Several sharp responses crossed her mind, but ultimately, she exited the chat and dialed Camille’s number to ry the situation.


    Once she obtained Camille’s agreement, Carrie disconnected the call and forwarded Camille’s WhatsApp details to Kristopher.


    She texted him and said, “All set. I’ve informed Camille. She’ll coordinate with you directly from here.”


    Kristopher, who had been anxiously refreshing his screen, saw her message immediately.


    Observing that Carrie addressed the situation with straightforward professionalism, ignoring his earlier provocation, he experienced a sudden, profound feeling of emptiness.


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