Dead at Heart (Ariel and Jayson) novel Chapter 660

When Jayson led Ariel out, all eyes naturally followed them. There were too many onlookers to ignore.

However, he didn't slow his pace, and he never loosened his grip on her hand.

Even after leaving the Sterling Hotel and getting into Jayson's car, Ariel still didn't speak. She knew they would inevitably talk about her pregnancy.

"Seatbelt," Jayson said, leaning over to help her fasten it. His gaze lingered on her stomach for a few seconds. "Do you want to go home first?"

Ariel sat there quietly. "Up to you."

Jayson started the engine without hesitation. He didn't ask about her situation with Lucas earlier. "Do you feel any discomfort because of the baby?"

Ariel didn't answer.

Jayson turned the steering wheel, seemingly unbothered by her silence. A faint, easy smile tugged at his lips. "Your health's never been good. I'll have Dr. Zehnder check on you. We can ease some of the pregnancy symptoms a bit."

His voice was low, steady, and patient.

"I remember you've always loved kids. Do you hope for a boy or a girl? I was thinking that, either way, one child is enough. What do you think?"

That was his genuine thought.

Ariel's health had always been delicate, but she loved children. Now that she was carrying one, he just wanted to take care of her and keep her as comfortable as possible.

After all, pregnancy was something that would take a toll on her body. One child was enough.

"By the timing, you must be over three months in, right? That should be the stable period. I looked it up before. The embryo is fully formed and can be called a fetus around 12 weeks. Most of the organs have developed, and even the limbs can move. Can you feel it?"

He knew more than Ariel herself. His words were slow, as he spoke with a faint smile.

Fully formed…

That meant it was a living being.

Ariel didn't respond. Only she knew how things would ultimately turn out.

Judging from Jayson's demeanor, he clearly hadn't just heard the news from Cecilia. He seemed completely certain.

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