Chapter 29 Childbearing Discussion
Ophelia declined the offer of medication. "It's okay. I'll just get some fresh air. No need for pills. I'm allergic to them."
Ophelia was somewhat impressed with herself for how easily lies came to her.
"Then go inside and find a seat. I'll be outside for a smoke," Finnegan said, leaving her to head toward the smoking area.
Ophelia stood still, watching as Finnegan lit a cigarette in the smoking area, his silhouette exuding an indescribable loneliness.
She could tell he was troubled.
Finnegan, always in a high position, couldn't afford to show his emotions as openly as others. As the leader of a publicly traded company, he needed to maintain his authority and command respect.
Ophelia felt a bit of warmth in her heart thinking of Finnegan's consideration. Despite his cold demeanor and harsh words, as if the world owed him billions, he never mistreated his employees.
Even if they were mistaken for a couple, Ophelia won't entertain such thoughts.
Instead of going inside, she stayed outside to get some air and clear her mind.
After finishing his cigarette, Finnegan came over to Ophelia and asked, "Want to grab something before we go?"
Having just vomited, Ophelia was indeed hungry.
"Sure."
They went to the service area for food, opting for a proper meal rather than fast food as Finnegan didn't like fast food.
The food at the service area was expensive and not particularly tasty. Not many people dined in the restaurant due to the high prices, which most families couldn't afford or didn't find necessary.
The food were served quickly.
Ophelia ate silently with Finnegan, her curiosity getting the better of her as she asked, "Mr. Abbott, is something bothering you? You seem off."
She didn't really expect an answer, but to her surprise, he said, "My uncle embezzled nearly a million from the company this past year. My father pleaded with me to give him another chance. Their generation holds family bonds in high regard, which become a moral shackle when things go wrong."
"I'm an orphan. I don't understand what family bonds are. Mr. Abbott, do what you believe is right and stick to it. Don't worry about what others say," Ophelia said. "Many people hesitate, end up accomplishing nothing, and are left with endless trouble."
Finnegan looked at Ophelia with newfound respect.
Her thoughts coincided with his own.
Finnegan's secret trip to Starview was to catch Mason off guard and gather evidence more effectively.
Ophelia didn't know the details, but she believed that one should act without hesitation. If regret was a concern, just take the leap. The outcome didn't matter as long as there were no regrets.
Ophelia didn't hesitate to keep the baby for that very reason. She didn't want to have any regrets.
Suddenly, Finnegan said, "That's a good perspective."
Ophelia wasn't sure what he meant.
Just then, she felt someone tugging at her clothes. She turned to see an adorable little baby.
The chubby one-year-old girl just learned to walk, with big, beautiful eyes. She was in a pink dress, looking like a little fairy.
Ophelia couldn't help but exclaim, "Whose baby is this? So cute. Can I hold you?"
"Sure," the little girl said in a soft, sweet voice with teeth not fully grown yet. She was at her most endearing stage.
The girl had mistaken Ophelia for her mother.
Such an adorable baby also softened something inside Finnegan, and he too felt the urge to hold her.
But he had to maintain his composed demeanor in front of Ophelia.
In plain terms, he had to keep up appearances.
Ophelia held the girl, unable to hide her delight. "Mr. Abbott, isn't she adorable? So cute."
Finnegan agreed, "She's cute. Whose child is this?"
Looking around, Finnegan saw a woman running over in a hurry. "Honey, you scared mommy! How did you get here? I'm so sorry, sorry for bothering you."
"Mommy," the girl reached out for her mother.
Suddenly empty-armed, Ophelia felt a sense of loss. She smiled. "Your girl is so adorable."
The woman said proudly, "She is the treasure of our family. I nearly had a heart attack when I lost sight of her. I'm sorry."
Ophelia smiled back. "It's okay."
Ophelia watched the woman leave with her daughter until they were out of sight, feeling a bit wistful.
Finnegan remarked, "Ms. Sinclair, you seem to like children."
"I do," Ophelia replied without hesitation. "Don't you, Mr. Abbott? Human babies are the most adorable things."
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