Chapter 772 Choices

"Sister, don't think like that. I believe there's a reason for everything. You gave him life. The child did not have an easy life. I'm sure he will have happier days in the future." Fiona gave her a small smile, offering a small comfort that eased Mandy's guilt.

"Well… I don't know what's going to happen. I'm scared. I want to believe that Adrian can get through this. If…," her voice trembled. "If something happens to him, I don't think I'll be able to take it." Her heart tightened into painful constrictions as her anxiety flowed out. For the past days, she and Nathan practically lived in the hospital, especially after Adrian's attack. She didn't want to leave when she didn't know what could happen next. She had to be there.

"Sister," Fiona called to her gently, wrapping her arms around Mandy.

It was as if a dam had broken by the gesture. Mandy sniffed and cried silently, allowing herself to be held. Quiet tears fell in heavy drops, freed from their restraints. When Mandy had finally gathered her breath, she said, "Okay, I'm alright now. Let's talk about it. You can take a blood test now so we c

ild, I will be there for you. Of course, to be honest, I'd rather you keep the baby. Abortion would also take a toll on your health. Besides, you and Ethon have been together for so many years. He was with you from the time you were in your school uniform and could be there for your wedding dress. What you two have is a rarity that even I envy." Mandy spoke to Fiona soothingly, having forgotten that the bathroom door was not closed, and Nathan and Adrian were still outside.

Adrian was sitting on the bed, his attention absorbed by the cartoons on television. He did not hear the conversation between the two women, but unlike him, Nathan had walked closer to the bathroom and listened in secret. He heard every word Mandy said to Fiona.