Chapter 174

I felt Chloe stirring in my arms, I held her tighter, sensing that something was bothering her. Concern etched across my face, my eyes flew open to look down at her. Her face was contorted in a frown and she held me tighter. Gently brushing her hair away from her eyes, I asked, "What's wrong, Baby? Is something on your mind?"

She hesitated for a moment, as if struggling with her thoughts before finally finding the courage to speak. "Nathan, how many months pregnant is Lily?" Her voice trembled and those sweet eyes looked pretty serious.

I took a deep breath, knowing that this was a delicate subject to broach. Lily had long been a thorn in both our flesh. And it was all my damned fault. "She's about eight months along," I replied, my voice filled with a mixture of heaviness and responsibility.

"Oh wow. She'll deliver anytime soon. You should stay with them. She is the mother of your child."

Chloe's suggestion took me by surprise. Her words hung in the air, urging me to stay with Lil