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    He knelt beside the bed and kissed her silently.


    Ellie, bewildered, lifted her head, epting the kiss.


    It was only when Kaiden’s hand ventured beneath her pajamas that Ellie snapped out of her daze, pushing him away in rm.


    Her resistance was clear. Kaiden maintained a distance, frowning in displeasure.


    He had sought intimacy to affirm his presence to her.


    “Wait a minute!” Ellie hurried to rify, hoping to avoid a misunderstanding.


    “Today’s not good.”


    Kaiden’s fingers moved down to her intimate area as he sought confirmation.


    “You haven’t had your period yet.”


    Why would she decline to share intimate moments with him today?


    The master bedroom was cooled by the air conditioner, yet Ellie felt warmth radiating from the man beside her, offsetting the chill.


    “I’m pregnant,” she announced with a calm that belied the significance of her words.


    At this, the slight irritation in Kaiden’s gaze was instantly reced by astonishment.


    “You… what?” he stammered, his voice trembling.


    Ellie’sughter broke the tension.


    She guided his hand to her belly.


    “Kaiden, we’re about to take on new roles!”


    Kaiden retreated quickly, wary of exerting any pressure on her. His usually stoic face betrayed his shock.


    “You…”


    “I’m pregnant. You’re going to be a dad.”


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    Repeating herself, Ellie couldn’t suppress her amusement.


    Kaiden remained silent, his reaction making her smile fade. She waved a hand before his eyes.


    “Kaiden… aren’t you happy?”


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