Chapter 144

Back then, Abigail had told me that the company was at a crucial stage of going public and that she was too busy to care for a child. I had sincerely promised her that I would take responsibility for our home, for her, and for our baby. I had assured her that she wouldn't need to worry about anything; all she needed to do was keep the baby. Perhaps I had pestered her too much, because eventually, Abigail agreed. I had happily prepared the baby clothes and bottles. I had even set up a room and filled it with adorable dolls and cheerful decorations. Not long after, Abigail mentioned a week-long business trip she had to take. At the time, I was worried about how she would handle traveling while pregnant. I had offered to accompany her, concerned for her health. But she had refused, saying that she needed to meet some clients and that her assistant would be with her. She insisted that I didn't need to go. When she returned a week later, her face was pale, and she looked unwell. I bo