Don't Mess with the Girl with Candy novel Chapter 1943

The little troublemaker in her belly really was defending its dad.

"Fine, I won't say anything bad about him," Coralie pointed at her stomach, complaining bitterly. "Just wait until you're born. See if I don't ground you."

Perhaps there was simply nothing left in her stomach to throw up, or maybe her threat actually worked.

After that day, Coralie's morning sickness significantly subsided.

Combined with Odom's meticulous care, a healthy flush returned to her cheeks.

However—

Her belly was getting bigger, and given how slender she naturally was, it wouldn't be long before loose clothing could no longer hide it.

Odom was doing a great job, and his skills were solid.

In six months, she would return to Eclara City to give birth, and only come back to Caelus after the baby was born.

No one should notice a thing.

Even though she owned a casino and held a fair amount of power, she was constantly walking a tightrope. There were countless enemies waiting for her to slip up.

She refused to put her child in danger.

——

Early morning.

By the time Coralie finished getting ready and came downstairs, Odom was already waiting by the door.

"Good morning, Ms. Quill." He gave a polite bow and took her bag.

"You can take the rest of the day off after you drop me off. I have other errands this afternoon," Coralie told him.

"Understood."

Odom nodded, fully aware she had a prenatal checkup that afternoon.

Over four months along, the baby must have grown quite a bit by now.

...

At the casino.

Coralie stepped out of the car, untying the belt of her trench coat.

The loose, flowing design perfectly concealed her growing bump.

"Ms. Quill, someone from Sunrise Casino is here." The manager rushed out, looking grave.

"Rocco?"

Coralie tightened her grip on her purse and strode inside in her flats.

The last time Rocco tried to sabotage Westshore Casino, she turned the tables on him and extorted a massive payout.

It had been quiet for a while; what was he doing here now?

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