Chapter 448

Tomorrow was the wedding day. Elodie, too excited to sleep, slipped out of bed while everyone else was out cold and tiptoed into her walk-in closet.

Adorning herself in the pristine wedding gown, Elodie stood before the mirror, gazing upon her reflection with admiration.

The wedding dress was exquisitely beautiful, crafted by a renowned designer from abroad at Richard's behest.

It was a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, unparalleled worldwide.

She imagined how breathtaking she would look tomorrow, capturing everyone's attention as Richard's bride.

Out of the corner of her eye, Elodie glimpsed the wheelchair in the corner, and the smile on her face faltered.

Alas, despite looking so stunning, she could only make her entrance in a wheelchair.

Elodie spent half the night gazing at herself in the mirror, excitedly twirling in the walk-in closet.

She didn't notice a faint red dot blinking under the armrest of the wheelchair.

Meanwhile, a helicopter landed on the hotel rooftop.

Zaire had already booked a private room, but Nina had other plans.

As she reached the door, she stopped abruptly, "Zaire, I want to find Richard."

Nina was here for Richard, and she craved to see him as soon as possible; otherwise, she couldn't stay calm.

Zaire, understanding her urgency, nodded, "I've arranged for a car. Head downstairs; someone will take you to him."

"Okay," Nina nodded and turned back into the elevator.

The city's lights flashed by.

The driver, assuming Nina was a tourist, enthusiastically detailed the scenic spots of the city.

But Nina was lost in her thoughts, consumed with unease, wondering what would happen when she saw Richard later.

Along the way, Nina imagined countless scenarios, but she never thought that Richard wouldn't be there.

A maid greeted Nina.

She didn't even let her inside, curtly stating that Richard wasn't home and eyeing Nina with suspicion.

Nina didn't say anything and sat down on a bench by the roadside.

Seeing this, the maid turned back into the house and secretly made a phone call.

Nina lingered there for a while, and suddenly, the rain began to fall.

In no time, the drizzle began to fall, wetting the ground and the bench.

Nina had to get up and stand under the wall. She tried to stand as far in as possible, but still got a bit wet.

At this moment, a car's headlights flashed, and a car slowly approached.

The headlights shone directly into Nina's eyes, making her squint and raise her hand to block the light.

The villa's gate opened, and the car drove past her. Nina instinctively took a couple of steps forward.

The car drove into the yard, and the driver got out, pulling out a wheelchair from the back seat.

Sitting in the wheelchair was Elodie.

Elodie saw her too, her expression mixed with mockery.

At her signal, the driver pushed her over. She snorted, "Nina? You still came."

Nina always felt guilty about Elodie's legs

Because of this guilt, she was still patient with Elodie. "I'm here to find Richard."

Elodie sneered, "What do you want with him? Do you know he's my fiancé now? You must know that Richard and I are getting married tomorrow, right? Nina, I advise you not to think about ruining my wedding with Richard, or my family won't let you off."

"I have something important to tell him," Nina insisted. "I'll leave afterwards."

Elodie raised an eyebrow, "Oh, really? Well, I'm his fiancée now, and tomorrow I'll be his wife. Whatever you need to say, you can tell me."

"No way." Nina muttered, shaking her head.

How could she possibly tell Elodie about her pregnancy?

As they stood in a tense standoff, another car drove into the yard.

Elodie's expression changed at once. "Richard," she called softly.

Richard had rushed back in a hurry.

Upon receiving the servant's call informing him of Nina's arrival, he abandoned all matters and hastened to return to meet her.

But what he hadn't expected was that Elodie was also there!

Richard's cold gaze swept over the maid. It seemed Elodie had planted an informant in his house.

He walked over step by step, his eyes falling on Nina's face, his thin lips pressed together without saying a word.

Richard looked so indifferent. Nina's heart was pricked lightly.

She watched Richard walk past her and go straight to Elodie. Then he crouched down and gently asked, "Why aren't you resting at home so late?"

Elodie glanced at Nina; of course, she wouldn't tell the truth.

She grabbed Richard's hand, and he didn't avoid her, letting her hold it.

Elodie clung to his hand tightly, her voice trembling, "Richard, I was sleeping well at home, but suddenly I had a nightmare. I dreamed that you abandoned me at the wedding. I was so scared, afraid you really didn't want me, so I came to find you."

Elodie's voice choked, but Nina could tell she was faking it.

She believed Richard could see through it too. Maybe because of this, Richard didn't respond.

Elodie continued, "As soon as I arrived, I saw Nina. Richard, will you leave me for her?"

Nina looked at Richard. She also wanted to know the answer. Between her and Elodie, he had to make a choice.

Richard's silence stretched on, his expression unreadable.

"What nonsense are you talking about," he finally replied, his tone soothing.

Nina remembered how he used to speak to her in the same manner-softly and gently, his words soothing her heart.

She used to think it was Richard's unique way of showing love to her.

Now, experiencing it firsthand, it was profoundly painful.

Elodie, satisfied, squeezed his hand, "Richard, tomorrow is our wedding. Please tell me you won't leave me."

"No, I won't," Richard said simply.

When Nina was with Richard, she loved looking at his profile.

She would always lie in his arms, tracing the curve of his profile with her fingers.

This was the first time Nina felt that Richard was so heartless.

He just looked at Elodie, his profile cold and distant.

He never once looked at Nina.

Elodie, basking in his reassurance, turned to Nina, eyes gleaming with worry and triumph. "Nina said she has something important to tell you."

Richard gently furrowed his brow before directing his gaze towards Nina, his eyes serene and steady.

Elodie continued to hold Richard's hand as she spoke to Nina, "Whatever you have to say, say it here. Richard and I will soon be married. He won't mind."

Nina felt a surge of nausea and pain at the sight of Elodie and Richard holding hands.

Nina looked at Richard, her eyes full of sorrow, "Are you sure you want me to say it here?"

Richard paused, "Go ahead."

"Fine." A cold smile crept up Nina's face, masking her pain. Richard felt a sharp pain in his heart as he looked at her face.

Nina said calmly, "Richard. I'm pregnant."