Chapter 105

"You are with me, and that's the best gift I could ask for. Compared to having you, nothing material can fill that void," he said, placing a soft kiss on her forehead.

His hand moved down to gently caress her belly, and tears welled up in his eyes.

"You've given me the greatest happiness in my life," he whispered, overcome with emotion. She had given him the chance to be a father to their child, and nothing could compare to that.

Alice's heart swelled with love and gratitude as she looked into Lucas's eyes. She reached up to wipe away his tears, her own eyes shimmering with emotion.

"You've given me so much too," she whispered, her voice filled with sincerity. " I couldn't ask for anything more."

Lucas smiled, a mixture of joy and relief washing over him. He pulled her into a tight embrace, holding her close, he would never let her go.

"The only thing I want from you is trust. I hope you will trust me that I will never betray you. You are the only one in my life," he said, looking dee