In Chapter 144 of \u201cWhen Time Tried to Heal Me But I Refused to Listen,\u201d Belinda experiences a moment of realization regarding the deep connection between Curtis and Adriana. As she observes them, she feels a wave of jealousy and embarrassment, particularly as Harold, Curtis\u2019s grandfather, expresses his irritation at their public display of affection. Curtis stands his ground, defending his right to hold Adriana close, while she feels both cherished and overwhelmed by the attention.<\/p>\n
The tension escalates when Harold questions Curtis about the possibility of in vitro fertilization for the baby, causing a mix of hope and anxiety among the characters. Cynthia, who is present, secretly hopes that the baby is not Curtis\u2019s, while Adriana finds herself sinking deeper into Curtis\u2019s embrace, feeling the weight of his words. Curtis\u2019s annoyance at Harold\u2019s probing is palpable, yet Harold\u2019s surprising response about the financial reward for each child shifts the atmosphere, igniting excitement in Adriana.<\/p>\n
Adriana\u2019s reaction to the potential fortune reveals her conflicting emotions\u2014she grapples with feelings of greed but is also caught up in the thrill of the idea. Curtis, bemused by her enthusiasm, questions whether she should feel insulted by the notion of being paid to have children. This light-hearted banter highlights the complexity of their relationship, as Adriana\u2019s excitement contrasts with Curtis\u2019s protective nature.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Cynthia\u2019s concerns about Adriana\u2019s intentions and the true paternity of the child add a layer of tension to the narrative. Harold\u2019s plan for a blood test and paternity test underscores the uncertainty surrounding the situation. Cynthia\u2019s internal struggle reveals her desire for Curtis, but she recognizes the obstacles posed by both Adriana and Nicole. This chapter encapsulates a blend of emotions\u2014jealousy, excitement, and ambition\u2014as the characters navigate their intertwined lives.<\/p>\n
**Chapter 144: A Hundred Million For Every Child**<\/p>\n
Belinda stood frozen in place, her gaze fixed on Curtis and Adriana. The realization washed over her like a cold wave\u2014she had been right all along. Adriana was undeniably special to Curtis, and the depth of their connection was evident in the way they held onto each other.<\/p>\n
\u201cHurry up and put her down!\u201d Harold huffed, his voice laced with irritation. He found their public display of affection utterly shameless, a stark contrast to the decorum he expected in his home.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is my home. What\u2019s wrong with me holding my wife?\u201d Curtis retorted defiantly, refusing to relinquish his hold on Adriana. He could sense her embarrassment radiating from her, so he gently patted her back, offering a silent reassurance amidst the tension.<\/p>\n
Adriana squirmed slightly, a part of her yearning to escape back to the sanctuary of her room. Yet, for reasons she couldn\u2019t quite articulate, Curtis held her tightly, as if she were a precious treasure he was unwilling to let go of.<\/p>\n
With a surprising ease, he carried her over to the sofa opposite Harold, settling down with her still cradled in his arms. The warmth of his embrace enveloped her, but all she could feel was the heat rising to her cheeks. She buried her face against Curtis\u2019s shoulder, too mortified to meet anyone\u2019s gaze.<\/p>\n
Never before had she experienced such a profound sense of embarrassment.<\/p>\n
Eva, noticing the awkwardness in the air, slipped away to the kitchen, a smile on her face as she busied herself with making tea for Harold.<\/p>\n
Harold, however, shot Curtis a skeptical glance, his brows furrowed as he observed the couple\u2019s unabashed affection. What was it about Adriana that could render both Curtis and Matthew completely unhinged?<\/p>\n
\u201cGrandpa, it\u2019s a bit rude to just drop by without a warning like this. Was there something urgent on your mind?\u201d Curtis\u2019s tone dripped with sarcasm, his politeness evaporating in the face of his grandfather\u2019s intrusion.<\/p>\n
\u201cTell me, you and Adriana\u2026 did you use in vitro fertilization for this baby?\u201d Harold\u2019s voice dropped to a conspiratorial whisper, the question hanging heavily in the air.<\/p>\n
Cynthia, seated nearby, felt her body tense. A flicker of hope ignited within her\u2014perhaps the baby was indeed the result of in vitro fertilization, and Curtis had never truly been intimate with Adriana.<\/p>\n
\u201cSo you came here first thing in the morning just to pry into my private life with my wife?\u201d Curtis\u2019s annoyance was palpable. \u201cI\u2019m perfectly capable of having children. There\u2019s no reason to subject Adriana to in vitro fertilization.\u201d<\/p>\n
Adriana, feeling the weight of his words, buried her face deeper into his shoulder. Was this really something he should be saying out loud, in front of everyone?<\/p>\n
To her surprise, Harold didn\u2019t react with anger. Instead, he nodded, a satisfied smile creeping onto his face. \u201cIf you can have kids, then have more. Each child earns you 100 million. The Lincolns can easily afford it.\u201d<\/p>\n
Adriana\u2019s head shot up, her eyes wide with disbelief and excitement. A hundred million for every child?<\/p>\n
Cynthia\u2019s jaw dropped, her gaze darting between Harold and Adriana. Hadn\u2019t the purpose of this visit been to uncover the truth about who the father of Adriana\u2019s baby was?<\/p>\n
Watching the astonished expression on Adriana\u2019s face, Curtis couldn\u2019t help but chuckle softly. That little gold digger, he thought, a smirk playing on his lips.<\/p>\n
\u201cYou all can keep chatting away. I\u2019m taking her upstairs to change,\u201d Curtis declared, not wanting Adriana\u2019s thoughts to wander too far into the realm of greed. He hoisted her up and carried her up the stairs, his grip firm yet gentle.<\/p>\n
\u201cCurtis, is it true that you get 100 million for every child born?\u201d Adriana asked, her eyes sparkling with hope, desperately wishing he wouldn\u2019t dismiss her question as a mere joke.<\/p>\n
Curtis sighed, exasperation creeping into his voice. Did Matthew really understand Adriana at all? He had always believed that showering her with money would humiliate her. Yet here she was, brimming with excitement instead. \u201cDon\u2019t you feel insulted getting paid to have babies?\u201d he asked, genuinely perplexed.<\/p>\n
Adriana, caught up in the thrill of the moment, stammered, \u201cFeel free to insult me all you want!\u201d Her excitement was palpable, and Curtis couldn\u2019t help but laugh at her enthusiasm.<\/p>\n
But as the moment settled, Adriana felt a pang of realization. Had she perhaps been a bit too greedy and superficial in her eagerness? Yet, the allure of a hundred million was hard to resist. Who wouldn\u2019t want that kind of fortune?<\/p>\n
Sure, her values might be a bit skewed, but\u2026 it was a hundred million!<\/p>\n
\u201cFine, once the baby\u2019s born, it\u2019s yours,\u201d Curtis coaxed her patiently, fully aware that Adriana had no idea just how many hundreds of millions came with being his wife.<\/p>\n
\u201cMr. Harold, are you absolutely certain this baby is really Curtis\u2019s? Matthew claims he kept Adriana for four years. Are you sure the child isn\u2019t his?\u201d Cynthia asked, bringing Harold his tea, her voice tinged with concern. \u201cCurtis had that trauma when he was sixteen\u2026 it was a significant psychological blow, and years of therapy didn\u2019t seem to help.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cHow could someone like Adriana just stroll in and suddenly fix everything?\u201d<\/p>\n
Harold fell silent, contemplating her words. When Curtis first mentioned wanting to marry, he had spoken of meeting someone he fell for at first sight. At that Haldoria charity gala, Harold had met Adriana and thought she seemed perfectly fine. Yet, the subsequent rumors and warnings from those around him had painted her as cunning and greedy.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ll just have to wait and see. Tomorrow, we\u2019ll arrange for a blood test at the hospital. If she is indeed pregnant, we\u2019ll conduct a paternity test once the baby is born,\u201d Harold said quietly, his gaze steady on Cynthia. \u201cYou got hurt saving Curtis back then. The Lincolns owe you for that. Now that you\u2019ve recovered, if there\u2019s anything you desire, don\u2019t hesitate to ask.\u201d<\/p>\n
Cynthia\u2019s fingers stiffened at his words. She yearned to marry Curtis\u2026<\/p>\n
But she understood that with Nicole and Adriana standing in her way, Harold would never agree to her wishes.<\/p>\n
She would need to eliminate both Nicole and Adriana before she could even think of requesting anything from Harold.<\/p>\n
\u201cMr. Harold\u2026 I don\u2019t have any requests at the moment. If something comes to mind, I\u2019ll be sure to let you know,\u201d Cynthia replied, maintaining a polite facade.<\/p>\n
Harold nodded, a satisfied smile gracing his features. \u201cGood.\u201d<\/p>\n
As the chapter draws to a close, the complex web of emotions surrounding Belinda, Curtis, Adriana, and Harold intertwines, creating a tapestry of hope, tension, and uncertainty. Belinda\u2019s realization of Adriana\u2019s significance to Curtis marks a pivotal moment, igniting a mix of jealousy and acceptance within her. Meanwhile, Adriana\u2019s excitement over the prospect of wealth through motherhood reveals her internal struggle between ambition and the realization of her values. Curtis, caught in the middle, grapples with his protective instincts towards Adriana while confronting the societal pressures of legacy and family. This moment encapsulates the emotional turmoil that each character faces, highlighting their desires, fears, and the ever-present shadow of their pasts.<\/p>\n
Yet, amidst the chaos, there is a glimmer of potential healing and connection. Curtis\u2019s gentle reassurances to Adriana, even in the face of Harold\u2019s intrusive <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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