The Wife They Tried to Replace Is Now Untouchable novel Chapter 497

Chapter 497

After briefing the PR manager, Brian ignored the online storm. Whether the announcement improved his reputation mattered little. Only Jessica’s peace did.

Atkinson Group employees monitoring the comments grew frustrated. While many netizens revised their views, skepticism persisted. [Resigning doesn’t prove he’s sincere. Could be he’s just trying to clean up his image.]

[Exactly. Sounds like classic celebrity playbook after scandals.]

[You actually bought this obvious PR move.]

[But so many coworkers testified. It can’t all be fake.]

[Why not? They’re current or former Atkinson Group employees. Brian left, but Gavin is there now. If Gavin gave an order,

who would dare refuse?]

[I’il believe it when I see long–term actions.]

[Same here.]

[Let’s just watch and see how this plays out.]

[What if Brian keeps it up forever?]

If he fakes it forever, I’ll call it love.]

[Same here.]

[Same here.]

The PR manager sighed at the endless “same here” chain. He thought, ‘I’ve done all I can, Mr. Atkinson. The rest is on you.‘

Meanwhile, Brian hovered near Jessica, eyeing her belly.

“What are you leaning in for?” Jessica didn’t glance up from her book,

Brian looked at her belly with pleading eyes. “The instructor said babies kick by now. Can I listen?”

His pleading tone made refusal feel cruel. Jessica studied him for a moment before leaning back against the couch.

“Jessi?” Brian blinked, confused.

“Weren’t you listening for kicks?” She gave him a flat look.

Brian immediately bent down, pressing his ear to her belly.

Jessica stiffened briefly but soon relaxed.

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The moment faint heartbeats reached his ears, Brian’s eyes welled up. “Jessi, I hear them. Our babies–”

A sudden jolt against his cheek cut him off. Jessica gasped.

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“What’s wrong?” Brian jerked upright, only to freeze when another tiny kick landed squarely on his face. “They… They just…”

“They said hello to you, or just kicked you,” Jessica chuckled as the twins wriggled again.

“They know I’m their dad, don’t they?” Brian’s voice trembled.

Jessica rolled her eyes. “They’re just stretching. You happened to be in the way.” These days, their acrobatics were

routine.

“No, they’re defending you,” Brian insisted. “Punishing me for hurting you.”

Jessica shoved him lightly. “Move. I need to teach them some manners. They keep kicking me.” The movements weren’t painful, but relentless.

Realizing her discomfort, Brian bent again, whispering to her belly, “Be good for Mommy. I’ll play with you all day once you’re out.” Right after he finished speaking, another kick struck his cheek.

Seeing him hold his cheek with a pitiful expression, Jessica burst out laughing.

Brian grinned. If his embarrassment brought her joy, it was worth it.

“Alright. It’s time for prenatal class,” Jessica said.

Brian perked up. “Let me handle it.”

“Handle what?” She blinked.

“The class. I know the routine. Just let me try.” Brian’s hopeful gaze pinned her.

After a pause, Jessica shrugged. “Alright.”

That agreement alone thrilled Brian. Pulling up a tutorial on his phone, he softened his voice and began the session.

Two classes later, Jessica was drowsy with boredom while Brian remained energized, seemingly ready for two more.

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