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    Actually, Carole was fibbing. She wanted to apany Ellie to the hospital to find out the results of her test. She needed to confirm if Ellie was pregnant.


    Ellie frowned, clearly annoyed. But Carole had presented a valid excuse for joining. Turning her down would make it look like she was causing unnecessary trouble.


    Aprehensive check-up had been arranged by Theo, leaving Ellie feeling a bit apprehensive when she spotted the progesterone and HCG test items on the list.


    Despite her assurance to Kaiden that she wasn’t pregnant, he had taken the initiative to schedule tests to detect early pregnancy.


    This left Ellie pondering whether Kaiden was secretly hoping for her to be carrying their child or if he was trying to prevent it from happening. It tugged at her heartstrings, as she couldn’t help but lean towards thetter possibility.


    After all, they had consistently used birth control during their intimate moments, and Kaiden had never shown much interest in the prospect of parenthood. The only time he ever mentioned pregnancy and childbirth was during the heat of the moment, which Ellie understood as mere empty words spoken in the passion of the moment.


    “Kaiden, I have a favor to ask of you,” Carole addressed Kaiden as soon as Ellie entered the examination room.


    Kaiden turned his attention to Carole, curious about her request.


    Carole began to exin her predicament. “I had a previous coboration with a luxury brand, but due to unforeseen circumstances, the jewelry shipment didn’t reach our partner on time. I informed them in advance and assured them ofpensation for the breach of contract. It seems that someone might be trying to create trouble. They are insisting on holding me ountable, and numerous magazines are also making a big deal out of it… I’m not sure how to handle this situation.”


    Although Carole didn’t explicitly state it, Kaiden grasped the underlying message—she was in trouble and hoped he could help resolve it.


    Without much hesitation and without seeking further details about the brand in question, Kaiden assured her, “I’ll arrange for Zoey to handle it.”


    Carole’s face lit up with relief, and she happily linked her arm with Kaiden’s, expressing her gratitude. “Thank you, Kaiden. You’re incredibly kind.”


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    Although Ellie didn’t agree to assist, Carole found a way to navigate the situation with Kaiden’s support.


    “Carole, I’ve made amitment to my brother to look out for you,” Kaiden stated firmly, withdrawing his arm as he spoke.


    He had always been reserved when it came to physical contact with others, with the exception of Ellie.


    The smile that had graced the corners of Carole’s mouth froze momentarily, but she understood the unspoken message.


    Kaiden’s im that it was due to Leo’s final wish might have been the surface reason, but Carole believed that even without that request, Kaiden would still extend his assistance.


    The results had confirmed that Ellie was not pregnant. Despite feeling a bit queasy, it was because her stomach was feeling off, not due to any pregnancy-rted reasons.


    Kaiden remainedposed throughout, his face revealing no signs of disappointment or any other emotions.


    “Miss Lambert, aren’t you here for a check-up?” Ellie turned her attention to Carole, who had been standing beside Kaiden.


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