Chapter 639

Jolene, who had appeared indifferent just moments earlier, now guarded her abdomen visibly upon hearing Esther's question. Anxiously, she denied, "No, it's not his. Don't make unfounded claims." "Most men are straightforward. They don't grasp the complexities of pregnancy. They only see the surface," Esther remarked while seated across from Jolene. "If you want to keep this child, perhaps I can assist." "You? How can you help me?" Jolene maintained her guarded expression. "You're not trying to lower my guard so you can persuade me to give birth and then take my child, aren't you?" "I won't. I promise." Esther gazed at Jolene with sincerity and advised, "As an expectant mother, consider avoiding makeup. Cosmetics can contain harmful substances like lead. Though the risk to your child is minimal, safeguarding your child as a mother is your duty, isn't it?" "How can you assist me?" Jolene asked. Esther asked instead, "That depends on your desires. Do you want a safe birth for the chi