Chapter 127. Tug of War (1)

Third-Person POV

In a luxurious Beverly Hills setting, a lawyer exchanged warm pleasantries with the soon-to-be-wed couple, Mavis and Isabel, before grasping his briefcase.

“Thank you for having me Mr. and Mrs. Mavis,” he said with a bow, and Mavis shook hands with him in appreciation. “Thank you, Sir, for coming around.”

With a smile, the lawyer nodded at them. “I’ll arrange for the statutory wedding in a day. Have a beautiful day together.”

“Thank you,” Mavis and Isabel chimed in unison.

Isabel’s pregnancy had been causing her discomfort and mobility issues since it became more pronounced, making everyday tasks a challenge.

Some things, like using the restroom, required personal attention that a maid couldn’t provide. This was why Mavis had been staying home to assist with her daily needs and to help her get around.

Isabel’s mother had accompanied her to Mavis’s house when they moved in two days ago. She returned the next day to make arran