Layla and Nolan were in the hospital as Karen examined her."So, everything looks good," Karen said, closing Layla's file. "Your baby is developing perfectly, and your health is excellent."Layla let out a sigh of relief. "Thank goodness," she said, placing a hand on her stomach. "I've been so worried.""That's understandable," Karen said, giving her a reassuring smile. "But you really have nothing to worry about. You're doing great.""That's good to hear," Layla said, relaxing a bit. "So, when can I expect the baby to arrive?" Layla asked curiously as Karen chuckled."On average, a woman who is five months pregnant will give birth around 35 to 37 weeks later, or about three to four months from that point. Of course, every pregnancy is different, so it's hard to say for sure. But that's the typical timeline for someone who is five months pregnant" Karen explained and Layla shook her head."What about the sex?" She was so eager to know about it. She couldn't help but feel impatient.
Layla sat patiently in a restaurant as she waited for Regan.After speaking with Nolan. She thought it would be best to speak with him. Besides, he deserved to know about her pregnancy.She took a look at her wristwatch and saw that it was almost afternoon. She was going to meet Nolan from here. She looked up and she saw Regan approaching her.She stood up from her chair immediately as she was very happy to receive him.Regan also looked happy as he held a smile on his face. But his smile fell the moment he saw her protruding stomach.Layla watched Regan's expression carefully, wondering what he was thinking. She knew that the news of her pregnancy would be difficult for him to take, but she hoped he would be happy for her and understand her.Regan's face was a mix of emotions - sadness, anger, and confusion. Layla waited for him to speak, but he remained silent, his expression unreadable.Finally, he spoke. "You're pregnant?" he asked, his voice quiet.Layla nodded, her heart poundi
Layla bid Regan farewell as he dropped her in front of Nolan's company. He insisted on dropping her off after they both had lunch together."Bye.." she waved at him."Sure. Do take care of yourself.." he waved back as he drove off.Layla took in a deep breath as she stared at the huge company in front of her. This was where it all started.Layla could still remember the day she first met Nolan on her first day of work.He hated her so much and even wanted to fire her.Layla remembered how Nolan had looked at her with disdain as if she was the lowest thing on earth. He had been so angry and frustrated, and he had made her feel small and insignificant. But over time, everything g had changed. He had begun to see her differently, to see her as a person, not just an employee or a woman he has a one-night stand withShe began to walk in, not putting on a calm and reserved face. As she walked in, she could feel the stares of people on her, curious gazes. She had been away and just showed
"Scarlet that's enough!" Layla warmed in a stern voice."I've had enough of your nonsense…" Layla said as she pointed accusingly at Scarlet.Scarlet shrugged, unconcerned by Layla's anger. "I'm just saying what everyone else is thinking," she said, her voice casual. "I'm just the one brave enough to say it to your face.""People are saying nothing, scarlet. You're the only fool who utters rubbish and lies about me..""Haven't you had enough?" Layla painstakingly asked."You're the shameless one here, you slept with your sister's boyfriend. You say rubbish about her and you know what I didn't get pregnant out of wedlock, it's high time that gets into your head.." Layla deadpanned with an angry look on her face. She's had enough."Why wouldn't I sleep with him? Mike left you because you weren't fit for him. You're nothing but a slut!! You acted very innocent around him saying you weren't ready for sex so he came to me. Then what happened next? You ran away because of shame!!" Scarlet
Scarlet's head whipped to the side as Layla's hand connected with her cheek. The whole place went silent, everyone stunned by what they had just witnessed. Layla's hand was trembling, and she could feel the heat of the slap spreading through her palm."You…" Scarlet started, her voice shaking with rage. But before she could say another word, Layla cut her off."You're done talking!!" Layla said, her voice low and threatening. "You've said enough.""That's enough!!" Layla yelled. She couldn't take it anymore, the embarrassment and humiliation. It was already enough. Scarlet was never going to stop unless she was put in her place."I'm your sister scarlet. I basically did everything to make you happy, despite the fact your mother was always cruel to me. I always put you first, but what did I get in return?" Layla gritted her teeth in anger."You slept with my boyfriend. You cheated me!! You disregarded the fact that we were sisters.." Layla chuckled painstakingly."And so what!! He wa
"Layla!!" Nolan called in a low voice but he looked so angry. He approached Layla and he helped her to stand up from the ground while she sobbed silently."Who did this to you?" Nolan demanded, his eyes blazing as he looked at Scarlet. "Why are you harassing my fiancée?" He yelled as everyone stiffened.Scarlet's eyes widened, and she took a step back, realizing that she had underestimated the situation."Fiancee…." She chuckled I'm disbelief."How can this slut be your fiancee.." the last statement made Nolan so angry that he suddenly let go of Layla and he slapped Scarlet. He slapped her so hard that she felt a warm liquid in her mouth.As Scarlet's head snapped to the side, she spat out a mouthful of blood, her hand flying to her cheek in shock. She stared at Nolan in disbelief, the sting of the slap still burning on her skin.Nolan's eyes were blazing with fury, his chest heaving as he tried to control his rage. "How dare you call her that?" he growled, his fists clenched at his
Nolan carried Layla to his car and he helped her go inside carefully."How are you?" He asked with concern in his eyes after getting into the car also.There was no way he was going to spare Scarlet for anything. Not after what she did to Layla."I'm good…" Layla sniffled as she fought back her tears."You're not good," Nolan said gently, but firmly. "And that's okay. You've been through a lot. But you don't have to hide how you're feeling from me. I'm here for you."Layla looked at him with wide eyes, a little surprised by his compassion. She had expected him to be angry with her for causing such a scene at his company, but instead, he was offering her comfort and understanding. It was more than she could have hoped for."Thank you," she whispered, her voice shaking. "I don't know what to do, Nolan. I don't just know what to do, Scarlet just won't let me be. She's hellbent on destroying. I'm confused…" A sob slipped Layla's lips, as she couldn't take it anymore.She was trying to b
Nolan was on top of Layla as he rode her.“Ah… f*ck! “ Layla moaned in ecstasy as they both came undone.Planting a kiss on her lips, he muttered I love you to her, before pulling out of her, and then he laid beside her.They were currently at her apartment." I missed this place a lot,” Layla confessed, placing her head on Nolan's chest, as he shook his head slowly.The place held a lot of memories, both good and bad. Nolan wrapped his arm around Layla's shoulders, pulling her close. He understood what she was feeling, the bittersweet nostalgia of returning to a place that had been both a sanctuary and a prison."It's a lot to take in, isn't it?" Nolan asked, his voice gentle." Yes, but I guess I'm good.. “ she smiled." I think we should visit here with our child when she's grown... “ Layla suggested as she looked at his face." Sure..” Nolan shrugged his shoulders, not refusing her request. “How was your childhood like Nolan'?" She asked, using her fingertips to draw an imaginar