Chapter 37

She had to remain calm. Lucas couldn't know that this child was Ivan’s.

“You can imagine, I think, how embarrassed I am... though delighted, of course. I won't be able to hide it much longer anyway.”

“Oh, I'll be discreet, Eden, I promise…”

Lucas had suddenly turned very red, which Eden found rather amusing.

“I was caught short... Ian seemed so far from thinking about marriage…”

Lucas stammered a little, as if he'd said too much

“Well, I'm very happy for you both, of course…”

Eden had an unpleasant feeling. Ian had told her he wasn't in love with anyone, but suddenly she felt he'd lied to her.

“I'm very clumsy, I apologize, " Lucas said quickly. “I should have been more discreet. Nevertheless, I congratulate you on the happy event to come and promise to feign surprise when you make the official announcement.”

Eden turned away, still reeling from her negative feelings

“Please forgive me,” insisted Lucas, with an air of regre