"Don't say that," Alexander Vance said urgently.

Evelyn Ross looked at him, puzzled.

She frowned slightly. "What's wrong with me?"

Before she finished speaking, she yawned again.

Alexander's eyes instantly lit up.

Excessive sleepiness was common in early pregnancy.

He immediately guided Evelyn toward the bedroom. "Leave the Roland family matter to me. You should rest."

Evelyn felt somewhat disoriented.

She had indeed lost sleep from all the recent turmoil.

She complied and entered the bedroom.

Alexander gently tucked her in.

He walked out quietly, closing the door softly. "Once you wake up, the Roland situation will be handled."

Evelyn watched him shut the door.

Her phone suddenly vibrated.

A message from James Klein: [Boss, should we postpone this month's iron infusion?]

Evelyn replied: [Yes. My period is late from catching a chill during the last incident. Contact you when I feel it coming.]

She always experienced abdominal pain and weakness before her period.

That was when she needed the iron infusion.

Falling into the sea and getting chilled had disrupted her cycle.

A few days ago, when her period was late, she had worried about pregnancy and went for a blood test.

The result was just a delayed period.

She couldn't get pregnant now.

Too many unknowns lay ahead…

Evelyn put down her phone and fell into a deep sleep.

She slept until dark.

Chloe Davis was playing with toys beside her.

Seeing her awake, Chloe immediately crawled over and snuggled into her arms.

Alexander opened the door and entered, tensing at the sight.

He quickly stepped forward and picked up Chloe. "You can't disturb Mommy right now."

Chloe pouted,委屈.

Her eyes welled up as she looked at Evelyn.

Evelyn's heart softened. "I'm awake now. It's fine."

Alexander hesitated for a moment before handing Chloe to her.

He sat nearby, keeping watch.

Evelyn played with Chloe.

She suddenly tickled her.

Chloe laughed, kicking her little legs wildly.

A large hand swiftly caught her chubby leg.

Evelyn and Chloe turned their heads simultaneously.

Alexander was staring nervously at Chloe's legs and Evelyn's abdomen.

Seeing she hadn't been kicked, he relaxed with a sigh.

Evelyn studied him curiously.

Alexander averted his gaze and coughed.

Evelyn raised an eyebrow, continuing to play with Chloe for a while.

After the nanny took Chloe to bed, she looked at Alexander. "You thought I was pregnant?"

Alexander stiffened.

Evelyn was both amused and exasperated. "I just had a blood test a few days ago."

"Really?"

Alexander couldn't hide his disappointment.

Evelyn leaned closer to him. "Are you disappointed?"

"No."

The man denied it quickly.

Evelyn smiled, taking his hand. "I don't want a child right now."

Alexander nodded. "I understand."

That was why he hadn't shared his suspicion with Evelyn.

He feared if she were truly pregnant, she might choose to terminate.

Now, knowing she wasn't, he felt relieved.

Both felt lighter after clearing the air.

Evelyn asked, "How are things with the Roland family?"

Alexander's expression faltered slightly.

Evelyn was taken aback. "What's wrong?"

Alexander coughed. "The Rolands agreed to cooperate, but with one condition."

"What condition?"

Alexander was silent for a moment, perplexed. "Ryan Roland said Chloe Roland wants to marry me."

Evelyn's face was full of question marks.

She asked hesitantly, "Does Chloe like you? I didn't get that impression in San Francisco…"

Alexander was equally confused.

At the Roland residence.

Ryan Roland looked helplessly at his sister. "You don't even like him. Why do this?"

Chloe Roland said firmly, "I need to guard Alexander Vance for my savior! I can't let him find a replacement!"

Ryan was speechless.

…

Cooperation with the Roland family had reached a stalemate.

James Klein was turned away several times.

Thomas Watson, representing Alexander, was received by Ryan.

But the condition remained unchanged.

Alexander personally called Ryan.

Two men of few words fell into a long silence after connecting.

Finally, Alexander broke the silence. "What's going on?"

Ryan: "It's my sister's wish. You're divorced, she's widowed. Both remarriages. Quite suitable."

Alexander hung up with a cold expression.

Evelyn couldn't help but laugh at his sour face. "There must be a misunderstanding. Chloe isn't that type of person."

Alexander frowned. "I hope so."

Evelyn made a decision. "Since neither of you can handle it, I'll have to go myself."

Evelyn acted immediately.

She had Alexander drive her to the Roland family home.

The butler at the gate heard Alexander's name and immediately sent word. "Mr. Roland, Mr. Vance is here!"

This time, no one dared to stop them.

The butler personally escorted them to the drawing room. "Mr. Roland and Miss Roland are both home. I will ask them to come down immediately."

Upstairs, Chloe heard Alexander had brought Grace Nan.

The listless woman instantly perked up.

She put on her clothes and said to Ryan, "Brother, let's go down and see."

Ryan reminded her helplessly, "That's Mr. Vance. Don't cause trouble."

Chloe clenched her fists. "I just want to ask Grace if she knows she's a stand-in!"