Chapter 49

Clara's POV

I didn't reply to Derek's SMS last night. I was at a loss for words with him. After thirty minutes of being in the vehicle together, he remained silent.

While I was still coming to terms with this, I was at a loss for words with him.

Ivy rubbed my back and muttered, "You did the right thing," as we entered the lobby.

Ivy persuaded me to see the doctor and obtain a pregnancy test. That's what I did this morning right away. We were now at least two hours late for work since she stayed with me the whole time.

They promised to give me access to the findings later in the day. But I asked them to email the conclusions to me since I had work to do.

"We'll find out the truth in a few hours," I continued.

We strolled forward inside the hotel.

"Ivy, Clara!" There was a loud cry.

When Ivy and I looked around, Marcus was irrationally approaching us.

We were aware of our dire situation. What was the rationale we had come up with for our delay and traffic?

Marcus came to face us, and I