The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

In the end, Emily invited Bryan over to her place.

"Want something to drink?" Emily asked, trying to sound more energetic than she felt.

Bryan shook his head. He wasn't here for refreshments. He had something important to discuss, and he knew it wouldn't go well. He decided to cut to the chase.noveldrama

"Emily, I came to see you, but I also need to talk about something. Let's sit down and chat."

Bryan's face was unreadable. He was good at hiding his emotions.

Emily couldn't figure out what he was thinking, but she knew she couldn't just send him away. She didn't say anything and sat down, keeping a bit of distance between them.

Bryan understood what Emily was going through. She was pushing everyone away, not just him. She was grieving and couldn't handle all the questions and sympathy. She was worn out.

After a moment, Bryan gathered his courage and spoke, "Do you know why I'm here?" He didn't want to beat around the bush, but the words were hard to say.

As soon as the Ward family came up...

But Emily was direct. "You're Alice's boyfriend. You're not here because Ms. Blair sent you to check on my work, right? I already know why you're here, so just say it.

"Bryan, I know you don't like to waste time, and neither do I. You have your reasons, and I have mine. Let's just get this over with."

Bryan was momentarily taken aback. Then, without hesitation, he pulled a bank card from his pocket.

"This is from Alice. I know you won't take it, Emily, but since we know each other, at least let me finish what I have to say. Don't make this trip pointless... for my mom's sake..."

Emily raised an eyebrow, finding Bryan's behavior unusual. But then again, people would do anything for their loved ones.

If it were her... well, no point in comparing.

"Go ahead," Emily replied, sounding indifferent.

Bryan was surprised by her calm response. "I know you have issues with the Ward family. I'm Alice's boyfriend, so we're naturally at odds. But Alice sent me here, and I need to say a few things.

"I'm really sorry about Ms. Taylor's passing. You know Alice isn't one to fake sympathy. This money, Leo probably mentioned it to you before. If you don't want it, I'll take it back, no problem.

"But Emily, understand that this money isn't to pity you. You were loved by Ms. Taylor and have a good job at JM Jewelry. Michael..."

Bryan realized he had misspoken and quickly apologized. "Sorry."

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Emily gave a small smile and shook her head. The tension in the room was palpable, but Bryan pressed on, thinking of Alice. "They don't have any other intentions. They believe this money is rightfully yours. Emily, no matter what, you can't deny the family ties. Since Ms. Taylor was part of the Ward family, no one will say anything if you take this money."

Rightfully hers?

Emily sneered. "I'd give it all up in a heartbeat if it meant I could have my mom back. Can I?"

Emily's question left Bryan stunned, unsure how to respond.

Just then, the doorbell rang again.

Emily turned, frowning. Who could it be now?

If Bryan was an uninvited guest, Scarlett was an unwelcome one.

Seeing her, Emily's face darkened, and even Bryan's expression turned cold. He quickly stuffed the bank card into the couch, not wanting to be accused of anything.

"Bryan, you're here too," Scarlett said, as confident as ever. Despite being exiled and losing her children's affection, she still wouldn't leave Emily alone.

Emily was surprised and somewhat impressed by Scarlett's persistence.

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Scarlett was displeased with Emily's attitude. She used to pretend, but now she didn't even bother with formalities. And bringing Michael's friend home? Unbelievable.

"Emily, you've done something wrong, and I need to see for myself. Who's the father of the child you're carrying? My son can't be raising someone else's kid!" Her words were harsh.

Emily had reached her limit and was about to speak when Bryan cut in.

Bryan didn't want to get involved in the Smith family's affairs, but Scarlett's eyes kept darting to him. Was she misunderstanding something?

Bryan hated being misunderstood, especially with Michael's wife, Emily.

"Mrs. Smith, you need evidence before you speak. I'm only here to deliver a message from my mom. If you keep making baseless accusations, I'll have to bring my mom into this."

Penelope? Scarlett was a bit afraid of her. She'd heard a lot about Penelope, who was formidable and managed the Watson family even after her divorce from Richard. She had an unprecedentedly good relationship with Bryan's grandmother.

Scarlett, who usually blustered, was afraid of people stronger than her. She had no choice but to back down.

"Bryan, I didn't mean you! I'm here to question Emily. How much more damage will she do to the Smith family's reputation?"