Chapter 2165

Justin was stunned. He picked up on Bella’s little mood the moment she walked through the door. With her question throwing him for the loop, Justin wrapped his arms around Bella’s waist, his muscles bulging. He rubbed his hand on her belly. “What happened, Bella? Why do you ask?” “Justin, I…” Bella looked distressed. “You don’t have to talk about it if you don’t want to. Even though we are a couple, you’re not obliged to.” Struck by a thought, Justin held her tighter and rested his chin on her shoulder for a snuggle. “My Bella will always be a highly independent and confident woman. Even though we’re a couple, you can still have your little secrets. I won’t interfere in any way.” Justin’s understanding only made Bella tear up and jump into his arms to whimper. She would not trust anybody else’s concern for her, but she had complete faith in Justin. Without Justin to share her deepest thoughts with, she might feel so overwhelmed with emotions. “Don’t cry, Bella.” Just