In truth, Be had another reason she chose to keep to herself.


    Her recent experience in Dorburn had only worsened her impression of the ce, leaving her with no desire to maintain her studio there.


    ncing at the food on the table, she prompted Ste, saying, Lets not dwell on that.


    Come on, lets eat.


    Later that day, Lindsay, seated in her wheelchair, spotted Matthew waiting at the door of the apartment as she exited the elevator.


    His stern expression immediately put her on edge.


    She greeted him cautiously, but Matthew cut her off abruptly.


    Where have you been? Were returning to Seamarsh in a couple of days, so dont wander around.


    Startled by his tone, Lindsay quickly asked, Is everything with Ste settled? I feel very unsettled because I havent aplished anything on this trip.


    Matthews gaze was cold as he replied indifferently, Thats not something you need to worry about.


    Tomorrow, Ill have Fernando take you for a check- up. With that, Matthew turned and left.


    Anxiety gripped her immediately.


    The check-up was nothing more than an excuse to bring her to Dorburn, and if she actually went through with it, her uninjured legs would undoubtedly be exposed.


    Lindsay spent the entire night restless, her mind spinning with worry.


    The next morning, Ste woke to a message from Matthew.


    I have something to deal with today and cant apany you.


    The hotel has prepared breakfast for you; dont forget to eat.


    She simply replied, Okay.


    Ste had been fretting over how to arrange a prenatal check-up without arousing suspicion, but it seemed the opportunity had presented itself.


    The night before, she had discreetly booked an appointment at a private hospital online.


    This facility providedprehensive prenatal services, including a nurse to assist her throughout the processa convenience that would save her both time and energy.


    As soon as Ste arrived at the hospital, a nurse greeted her warmly, leading her to a room to change and prepare for the check-up. This was Stes first prenatal examination, and her nerves were unmistakable.


    Her hands trembled involuntarily as she waited.


    The nurse patiently reassured Ste several times before she finally began to rx.


    Following the nurses guidance, Stepleted the check-up step by step as instructed.


    About half an hourter, she emerged from the examination room.


    The nurse gestured toward a nearby chair and said warmly, Please take a seat here for a moment.


    Ill go retrieve your examination report.


    Momentster, the nurse returned with the report in hand, her smile reassuring as she handed it to Ste.


    Congrattions, she said.


    The baby is healthy.


    But since youre still in the early stages of pregnancy, please make sure to get plenty of rest. Relief washed over Ste, and for the first time that day, she felt the tension in her shoulders melt away.


    After changing back into her clothes, she left the examination room.


    However, as she reached the gate of the hospital, she stopped abruptly, her heart skipping a beat.


    Standing there were Matthew and Lindsay.


    Matthew saw Ste, and his face reflected a deep sense of surprise.


    Breaking the silence, he spoke first, saying, Ive arranged for Lindsay to be examined by a specialist.


    Stes gaze swept over Lindsay, and she caught a faint, almost imperceptible glimmer of glee on Lindsays face.


    The expression left Ste perplexed, unable to fathom the reason behind it.


    Turning to Ste with concern, Matthew asked, Why are you at the hospital? Are you feeling unwell? Ste hesitated briefly before replying with a small lie.


    I was feeling a bit dizzy, so I came to get checked.


    The doctor said its nothing serious just need to rest properly.