Lahat ng Kabanata ng Until The Baby Is Born: CEO's Temporary Fiancee : Kabanata 21 - Kabanata 30

“You lost that right.” The argument still echoed in his mind, her voice trembling but fierce, the look in her eyes when she said that.. Asher had seen anger in her before. But this time, it was different. This time, it wasn’t just hurt, it was disappointment. He couldn’t stand the silence pressing around him. The weight of his own words, his jealousy, the way she’d looked at him before walking out, it all burned under his skin. And then something inside him snapped. He turned abruptly, his hand sweeping across the desk, sending a pile of files crashing to the floor. Papers scattered everywhere, contracts, reports, plans, all meaningless at that moment. His chest rose and fell sharply as the chaos filled the room. He raked a hand through his hair and cursed under his breath. “Damn it!” For a long moment, he just stood there, surrounded by the mess he’d made, his anger hollowing out into exhaustion. He bent down, gathering the fallen folders one by one, his movements sharp and impa

ASHER'S OFFICE A soft knock echoed through the office door.Asher didn’t look up from the pile of files on his desk. “Come in,” he said, voice low and tired.Samantha pushed the door open, heels clicking against the marble floor. She had that same smug look plastered on her face, the one she wore when she thought she was about to win something.“Good afternoon, Asher,” she said sweetly, stepping in. “I have some news for you. It might make your mood worse, but… it’s important. Business-related.”He finally glanced up, eyes cold but curious. “If it’s important, say it.”Samantha tilted her head, pretending to hesitate. “It’s about that woman,” she said, lowering her voice as if sharing a scandal. “Ivy.”As soon as the name left her mouth, something in Asher shifted. His jaw tightened, eyes flashing with something sharp. “Watch your words, Samantha.”She blinked, feigning innocence. “What? I’m just telling you-...”“I said watch your words,” he repeated, this time louder. His voice car

The night outside was quiet, too quiet after what just happened. The car had screeched to a halt inches from disaster, headlights still glaring through the windshield, both of them panting in shock.Asher’s knuckles were white around the steering wheel before he finally let go, chest rising and falling rapidly. Without a word, he pushed open his door and stepped out into the cold night air.“Asher-...” Ivy’s voice trembled, breath uneven. “Asher, where are you going?”He didn’t answer. He was pacing, his hand running through his hair, trying to breathe, trying to not lose it again. She watched him through the glass, still clutching her belly protectively, her heart racing.Then she saw him circle around the car. Her fingers fumbled with the seatbelt as he reached her side. He didn’t look at her, his face was tense, eyes dark, jaw tight. He opened her door quietly, unbuckled the belt, and gently tilted her seat back.“Asher… are you okay?” she asked softly, eyes searching for him.He d

AT THE EVENT The car stopped in front of the grand hotel, cameras flashing everywhere. Asher got out first, straightening his jacket before walking to Ivy’s side. He opened her door and extended his hand.She took it hesitantly, her heart pounding as she stepped out into the sea of lights. The noise, the shouts, the constant flashes, it made her dizzy.Asher must’ve noticed. He slid his arm around her waist and pulled her close. “Don’t worry,” he said softly, his voice grounding her. “I’m here.”She looked up at him and whispered, “Thank you.”They walked toward the entrance together, through the double gates. But as soon as they stepped inside, a man and a woman appeared, one at each side. The woman smiled politely at Ivy. “Miss, this way please.”Before Ivy could respond, Asher frowned. “Wait, where are you taking her?”“It’s part of the event, sir,” the woman explained calmly. “You’ve both signed the agreement. It’s the rule.”Asher’s jaw tightened. “I didn’t sign up for-...”“It’

The ride home was painfully silent. The hum of the car engine filled the space between them, the only sound in the air that wasn’t heavy with unspoken emotions. Ivy sat turned toward the window, her arms crossed over her chest, her reflection staring back at her through the dark glass. Asher’s knuckles were white against the steering wheel, his jaw tight, eyes fixed on the road as if it had personally offended him.When they finally stepped into the apartment, the door hadn’t even clicked shut before Ivy turned to face him.“What was all that about?” she demanded, her voice trembling with a mix of anger and confusion.Asher’s expression didn’t change. He shrugged off his coat and set it on the couch, refusing to meet her eyes.“What do you mean?” he said, his tone low but guarded.Ivy frowned, stepping closer. “Don’t play dumb, Asher. You spent a fortune tonight, on me! You outbid every single person there like it was some kind of battle. Why? Why did you become so… possessive?”Ashe