Richard and Pearl had given each other the silent treatment for three days.

At first, Richard didn't realize his mistake. He tried to hug her from behind, but she remained cold and distant, making him realize that something was off.

"Are you mad?"

Pearl turned away, sounding tired. "I'm going to bed."

Richard looked at her briefly, grabbed a blanket, and went to the guest room. They started sleeping in separate rooms without any clear reason.

Usually, during the day, it was just Richard and Pearl at home, and Richard would wake up early to make breakfast for Pearl. However, he didn't do anything today. Pearl sighed when she woke up and saw the empty, cold dining table.

Their relationship seemed to be facing some serious issues.

However, she was determined not to back down this time, especially being pregnant. She hoped that Richard would apologize to her.

After three days of waiting without any sign of him giving in, Pearl didn't get what she hoped for. Instead, she received a phone call.

"Long time no see, Pearl," Hugo's voice was clear and warm. "I have something to tell you. Is Richard with you?"

"No," Pearl responded curtly, annoyed at the mention of Richard.

"Good. I want to ask you out for dinner. Is that alright?"

"I'm busy."

"I know you're pregnant now, so maybe you're not in the best mood, but others might not be so understanding." Pregnant?

Pearl clenched her fist. "How did you find out about this?"

"You don't have to worry about how I know. But if others find out, you might need to be more careful."

That was a blatant threat. Although Pearl didn't know how he learned about her pregnancy, it was certainly a leverage he could use against her. The Jordans would surely come after her if someone found out she was pregnant.

Anyone who had a grudge against her would also seize this opportunity.

Pearl was confident she could protect her child, but if this matter involved Hugo, she wasn't so sure anymore. S~ᴇaʀᴄh the FɪndNøvel.ɴᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Hugo knew she was Saule's daughter. He would get in the way and use their misunderstandings to his advantage. So, if she was pregnant with Richard's child and Hugo manipulated the situation, it would be like she was carrying her cousin's child.

She could withstand all of this except her child facing criticism. It was truly frustrating to be at Hugo's mercy all the time.

Pearl wanted to reject his invitation, but she couldn't be too harsh for this reason.

"I'm not free."

"You don't seem worried at all," Hugo said, swirling his wine glass and grinning. "But that's okay. Since you're unwilling to come over, I'll come to you now."

Pearl frowned. "Are you crazy? I'm at Waldorf Residence right now."

"Not only do I know you're at home, but I also know that Richard isn't there."

After a flurry of activity on Hugo's end, Pearl heard the sound of a car engine starting.

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