“Wait… Pregnant?” Liza’s words hung in the air as the butler hurried off without giving her a chance to clarify. Moments later, Gavin walked over, a faint smile playing on his lips. “I heard you’re pregnant?” Liza blinked in disbelief, her face a mix of shock and frustration. “…” They had never even done anything close to warrant that kind of speculation! How could she possibly be pregnant? Was this man trying to mess with her? If I’m pregnant, it has to be someone else’s child! Does this guy want to wear a green hat so badly? she thought furiously. Bastard! If you even hint that I’m fat, I swear I’ll— But before she could finish her mental tirade, Gavin wrapped his arms around her waist. His touch was warm and gentle, and he tilted his head slightly, observing her with a soft gaze. She had indeed put on a little weight recently. But to him, it wasn’t a bad thing. In fact, she looked healthier, more radiant. He chuckled softly, his voice low and soothing. “Mrs. Stone, you’re not fat at all.” Liza’s tense expression eased as her lips twitched slightly, trying to suppress a smile. At least he wasn’t saying anything cruel. Feeling a bit wronged, she pouted. “But everyone keeps saying I’ve gained weight.” Gavin’s eyes softened further, his smile gentle and reassuring. “That’s because they don’t understand beauty. Your current figure is perfect.” Her eyes widened, a flicker of pleasant surprise dancing in them. Oh my goodness! Did he just… compliment me Her heart skipped a beat, and warmth crept up her face. So this was why women loved men who spoke sweetly! A few tender words were enough to lift her spirits.“Do you really think I’m not fat? But these days, most girls want to look skinny and delicate. I feel like I might be too heavy now,” she admitted, her voice tinged with doubt. Gavin gently stroked her hair, a hint of indulgence in his actions. “Heavy? Not at all. If anything, the other girls out there are probably envious of your figure.” Her cheeks turned a deep shade of red as the heat spread to her ears. She looked up at him shyly, her heart racing. Then, just as she was about to float away on a cloud of compliments, he added with a teasing smirk, “Honestly, considering how much you eat, it’s impressive you’ve only gained this little. That alone should make everyone jealous.” Liza froze for a moment, her mind trying to process his words. “…!” Her initial flutter of joy vanished as irritation took its place. Bastard! Why can’t anything nice come out of your mouth?The excitement she felt moments ago disappeared, leaving her glaring at him with gritted teeth. She should’ve known better than to expect sincere compliments from this man. “Forget it!” she huffed, turning on her heel to leave. But before she could walk away, Gavin caught her wrist. “What’s wrong?” he asked, his tone filled with genuine curiosity. What’s wrong? Are you seriously asking me that? You’re doing this on purpose, aren’t you?! she thought angrily. Her mind replayed the past. Before meeting him, she thought Gavin was a calm, caring older brother figure. But after their interactions, she realized he was nothing but an infuriating devil in disguise! Gavin’s lips curled into a mischievous smile as he looked at her, his gaze warm and teasing. “You know, I’m actually quite happy right now.” Liza almost choked on her frustration. If I’ve committed a crime, just have the heavens punish me! Don’t send this man to torment me! When he had walked in earlier, his expression had been cold and indifferent. Now, he was grinning like he’d just won a lottery. Gavin’s voice dropped, his words soft but clear. “I wasn’t in a great mood earlier, but after seeing you, everything feels better.” Liza’s lips parted slightly as her heart skipped a beat. Did he really just say that? Does this mean… he wanted to see me? Just then, the sharp chime of a message interrupted Liza’s thoughts. She instinctively glanced at her phone, momentarily distracted. Meanwhile, Gavin turned his head slightly, a subtle movement meant to conceal the redness creeping up his ears. He appeared calm on the surface, but his tone betrayed his curiosity as he asked, “Are you planning to investigate your father and Victoria?”Liza blinked in surprise, momentarily caught off guard. After a pause, she nodded firmly. The journey to uncover the truth had been anything but easy. The years of buried secrets and the elusive evidence made it feel like chasing shadows. Gavin’s expression turned serious, his tone more deliberate. “What exactly do you plan to do?” Liza hesitated, her mind racing. She wasn’t sure why he was asking. Was it just curiosity, or was he offering his help? Her voice steady but laced with determination, she replied, “I want to uncover the truth and make sure the culprits are held accountable.” But that was only the beginning of what she intended to do. Her plans ran deeper—far beyond mere justice. She wanted to bring the truth to light for the entire world to see. Her mother, who had suffered silently, deserved vindication. And as for Mr. Sinclair and Victoria...Her gaze darkened as a storm brewed within her thoughts. I want Mr. Sinclair to lose everything—every ounce of power, every shred of dignity. I want him to descend into the very depths of despair, to experience a life so unbearable that death would seem like a release. Her thoughts turned sharper, colder. And Victoria… She deserves nothing less than complete ruin. I want her reputation shredded into pieces. I want her to taste betrayal and abandonment. Let her suffer endlessly until she’s consumed by misery. If she were to succumb to depression, that would only be justice served. Liza’s expression tightened as her mind lingered on the cruelty of her plans. Her lips pressed together in a slight frown. She knew better than to voice these thoughts aloud. Gavin doesn’t need to hear any of this. For years, she had carefully maintained a facade—appearing weak and innocent. If she let her true nature slip, it would shatter the image she had worked so hard to build. Most men despised women driven by vengeance, and Gavin was no exception.No man would ever like a woman so consumed by revenge, she thought bitterly. Disappointment flashed through her eyes as she fell silent. But unknown to her, Gavin wasn’t as oblivious as she believed. He heard her unspoken thoughts with startling clarity but chose to remain quiet. His expression remained unreadable, offering no hint of what he truly felt.