Chapter 143

The body still has the same fragile, pale appearance, but when she notices my presence, she takes the oxygen mask off her face and offers me an immaculately beautiful and spontaneous smile.

"I heard that I will have to put up with a small version of you soon "she jokes, her voice sounding lethargic and angry.

I laugh softly, occupying a place in the first chair I find next to her, leaving the table between us.

"Who told me about my pregnancy?”

"The biggest gossip in Boston, also known as Colton Vincent Rock.”

“Colton! "I reheal it with fun and Penelope's smile widens slowly.

Colton's cheeks take on that lovely reddish tone.

"He looks so cute when he's embarrassed," observes Penelope, leaving the oxygen mask on the table.

The comment makes me notice a quick exchange of glances between the two. It doesn't last more than a few seconds, but still, it's as if they both know exactly what the other intends to say without really talking. I put an arm