‘You and I aren’t fated to be together. We shouldn’t force ourselves together for the sake of a child.

‘If you’re forced to be with me despite not loving me, how would you be happy?’ Josh Batton thought.

He slowly nodded and let out another long, helpless sigh. “Alright… As you wish,” he said as he looked at Annabeth Cates’ face gently.

Since Annabeth didn’t want this, he wouldn’t force her…

He chose to respect her decision.

“Annabeth, I’ll compensate you… I’m sorry for making you go through this,” Josh added.

However, Annabeth immediately shook her head. “I don’t want any compensation… You don’t have to feel sorry for me either. Just pretend nothing happened…”

“I’ve already found out. So how can I just pretend as if nothing has happened? I’ll take care of all the check-ups and surgical fees… From today on, you can go on a break… Just do as I say,” Josh said.

“I can take care of everything myself… You’re a top-notch celebrity. If word gets out, we’re both finished…” Annabeth sa