Chapter 44

"I … A friend is expecting a baby next month, so I'm here to pick a gift for her," Jessamine lied.

Benji sighed. "I thought you two were having a baby. But Jessie, have you gained some weight recently? You look … different."

He couldn't quite put a finger on what was different about her.

Jessamine tensed for a moment, subconsciously inhaling and tightening her stomach. "Different … how?"

"A bit more plump, or should I say, more beautiful," remarked Benji.

Jessamine breathed a sigh of relief. She thought she almost got exposed.

The saleswoman, who had been listening to their conversation, took the opportunity to speak. "Miss, if you're looking for a gift, I recommend our gift boxes. We have high-end baby clothes …"

Jessamine hesitated for a moment but decided not to buy anything. If she was seen by someone she knew, it could lead to unnecessary suspicions. She bid Benji goodbye and quickly left the store.

In the end, she bought two pure gold guardian angel pendants from a jewelr