Chapter: 1276

Her belly was growing, and she no longer found comfort in the bedroom. The sofa was softer and gentler on her aching back.

“What's wrong? Are you feeling uncomfortable?" Nikolas asked, bringing her a plate of freshly cut fruit. "Want me to help you up?"

"No need." Aimee waved him off, her interest in the fruit gone. "I just looked at your phone."

Nikolas froze, his tone instantly concerned. “Did something you saw upset you? Did someone say something inappropriate?"

Since the incident with Siena, his friends had kept their distance.