"What did both of you do?"

Deirdre opened her mouth, but Brendan, concerned that she might say something that would cause Emily to misunderstand, took the lead and spoke instead.

"It's nothing much," Brendan's expression was cold. "We went for a prenatal checkup."

"Prenatal checkup?" Emily's expression relaxed.

Deirdre sneered to herself, thinking Brendan's made-up excuse was flawless.

"So, it turns out you accompanied Ms. McKinnon for her prenatal checkup, huh? Ms. McKinnon's health is not