As soon as Nana heard Carl’s name, she felt a wave of annoyance. She looked at Jane and wanted to tell her about what happened this morning, but she was afraid that Jane would scold Carl. After thinking about it, she decided to keep quiet.
“It’s nothing. I was just tired yesterday and couldn’t focus. I took a nap and felt better,” Nana said.
Jane didn’t say much when she saw how Nana looked. She simply advised her to rest more before leaving the room and going out onto the balcony where she spoke in a low voice to Carl.
“Carl, what’s been going on between you and Nana lately? Why does she look so unhappy? Are you bullying her?” Jane asked with a frown.
Carl also had his own problems weighing on him, so he was confused by Jane’s words. He shook his head innocently and said, “I don’t know what’s going on either. When I came back today from outside, Nana seemed upset but wouldn’t say anything.”
Jane sighed softly before studying Carl’s face closely; he seemed uneasy today too despite being innocent of any wrongdoing towards Nana or anyone else for that matter.
“Carl, Nana is carrying your child. She’s pregnant, and it’s normal for her emotions to be unstable at times. Let me tell you, if you have any conflicts, resolve them quickly. Her mood can affect her own health. She has decided to marry you, not to willingly endure grievances, you know?”
Although this statement might not sound severe, Jane was subtly admonishing Carl; otherwise, Nana might suffer some grievances.
“I understand, Jane. I will take good care of Nana,” Carl nodded earnestly.
However, when he thought of Grace, Carl felt a bit of a headache.
He didn’t know what he and Grace had done last night.
From Grace’s demeanor, it seemed that everything she said they should do had already happened.
However, Carl couldn’t remember anything.
Seeing Carl’s sincerity, Jane finally nodded in satisfaction.
Jane stood up, “Alright, I should go now. I won’t disturb you.”
“I’ll walk you out,” Nana also stood up, wanting to see Jane off.
Jane quickly held onto Nana, “Nana, don’t move. You need to rest more now.”
Nana was already over six months pregnant, and her belly looked unusually large, seemingly bigger than most pregnant women at six months, making her movements less convenient.
Carl also quickly supported Nana, “Yes, Nana, go lie down on the bed.”
“Don’t touch me,” Nana instinctively pushed Carl away.
Carl was taken aback.
“Nana, what’s wrong?” Seeing Nana like this, Jane didn’t feel at ease leaving.
“Nothing.” Just thinking about the call Grace made to her, Nana felt a tightness in her chest. However, she didn’t want to show it in front of Jane. She didn’t want Jane to worry about her.
“Jane, if you have something to do, go ahead. I really am fine,” Nana pursed her lips, took a deep breath, and said.
Jane was still uneasy, only able to repeatedly remind Carl to take good care of Nana.
“Jane, rest assured, I will take good care of Nana,” Carl reassured.
“Alright, I’ll come by in a few days to check on you. Nana, take good care of yourself,” Jane nodded, turned around, and left.
Watching Jane’s departing figure, Nana felt an increasing sense of loss in her heart.
Jane and Patrick finally tied the knot, living happily ever after. However, Nana found herself in a mess. First, her relationship with William ended without any apparent reason. Later, she inexplicably had a one-night stand with Carl and ended up pregnant.
After finally burying her feelings for William deep in her heart, Nana gradually accepted Carl and planned to be with him for the long haul. Unfortunately, Carl’s indecisiveness led to rumors with Grace.
Now, Grace was calling to show her defiance, leaving Nana feeling uneasy. Witnessing Nana’s gloomy expression, Carl grew concerned, “Nana, what’s wrong? Is there something on your mind? If there’s anything, tell me. Don’t keep it inside; it’s not good for your health and the baby.”
“What’s going on between you and Grace?” Deciding not to keep this matter to herself anymore, Nana confronted Carl directly.
Little did Nana know that Carl couldn’t reveal the truth to her. If Nana found out, it would likely make things worse.
“There’s nothing between us. I’ve already said it; I treat her like a sister,” Carl, feeling somewhat guilty, replied.
“Sister?” Nana sneered.
Carl’s guilt didn’t escape Nana’s eyes. Suddenly, she felt like a joke.
“Alright, stop overthinking. How about I take a day off today and stay with you?” Carl attempted to change the subject, reaching out to hug Nana.
Nana forcefully pushed Carl away. “Go accompany Grace!”
Nana’s loud voice caught the attention of Mrs. Waters outside.
Mrs. Waters furrowed her brows, entered Carl’s room, and asked, “What are you two doing? No need to fight. I heard your voices outside.”
“No, Mom, you came at the wrong time. We’re fine,” Carl hastily explained.
“Fine?” Mrs. Waters clearly didn’t believe it, snorted, and said, “If everything is fine, why were you arguing so loudly that I could hear it outside?”
Pausing, Mrs. Waters glanced at Nana. “Nana, what did you say about Grace? Grace is such a good girl; don’t badmouth her behind her back.”
Nana was confused.
Clearly, it was Grace who, shamelessly, called to demonstrate, and now it turned into her fault?
Nana found Mrs. Waters utterly unreasonable. But then again, Mrs. Waters never liked her. If it weren’t for her being pregnant with Carl’s child, Mrs. Waters would have kicked her out long ago.
Feeling suffocated, Nana said sternly, “I’m going for a walk.”
With that, she ignored Carl and Mrs. Waters, walking out of the room.
“Nana…” Carl wanted to follow Nana but was held back by Mrs. Waters.
“Nana is too unreasonable, flaunting her bad mood every day. Who does she think she is?” Mrs. Waters, looking at Nana’s retreating figure, angrily said.
Carl felt helpless, “Mom, Nana is pregnant. It’s normal for her to have some wild thoughts. Please, don’t say anything bad about her in the future.”
“What? Can’t bear it? I’m her mother-in-law. What’s wrong with saying a few words to her? You haven’t even married her yet, and you’re already turning against your mother?” Mrs. Waters grew angrier.
Carl just felt like he had a splitting headache.