Chapter 724 Rejecting Winnie
"You pregnant?" Winnie raised an eyebrow and asked.
"Yes, just found out." Sierra looked all shy but was clearly over the moon.
"So, if you are, why's Mr. Harrington still got you working?"
"Guess it's 'cause I'm just that good," Sierra said, not even trying to be humble.
Winnie gave a little smirk, "Your man cool with this?"
Sierra's face went stiff, and she said, "I'm not hitched yet; this kid's my boyfriend's."
"Oh, next time, bring your man over for dinner with me and Rock," Winnie said, all polite-like.
Sierra felt a bit of pressure, wondering if there was some hidden message there.
She hid a cold smile and hinted, "Oh, you'll meet him soon enough, Ms. Anderson."
"Alright, I'm beat, so I won't keep you for tea," Winnie said, sounding bored.
Sierra nodded and turned away. At the stairs, she saw Winnie head into Rock's bedroom.
A wave of mockery hit her. What was there to be proud of? She was already sick of that bed. She wondered if Winnie would flip out when she found out the truth after sleeping in it.
Too bad she had finally made Olivia suspicious of Rock.
But Rock caught on quick and shut her up.
Sierra thought, a flash of fear for Rock in her eyes.
At seven in the evening, Rock came home and saw Winnie bustling in the kitchen. His eyes flashed with annoyance and reluctance.
He'd finally gotten Winnie into the house, but now he couldn't sleep with her.
He had his guys look into the hooded man, but they came up empty. That man was too slick.
In this mess, he couldn't afford to slip up.
But with Sierra and Ishara taking turns to keep him satisfied, there was no rush, especially Ishara, who, despite looking all delicate, had so many tricks in bed. Even without going all the way, she made him super happy. But, she must've been faking being sick for sympathy.
"Rock, you're back."
Winnie turned from the kitchen and was momentarily stunned by Rock's elegant figure. From now on, she and Rock were starting their real married life.
She adjusted her emotions, smiled, and brought the dishes out, "Wash up and eat. Why are you just standing there?"
"It feels unreal to come home and see you here." Rock walked over and held her hand, "Winnie, I've been waiting for this day forever. It feels like a dream."
Winnie felt a bit awkward and softly made up her mind, "Rock, I know how much you've done for me over the years. Now I've decided to make this marriage work."
"That's good." Rock lowered his eyes and sat at the dining table.
As they ate, Winnie remembered something and glanced at Rock, casually asking, "Rock, is that Sierra really that good at her job?"
Rock's fingers paused, and he smiled, "What's up with her?"
"She's pregnant."
Rock's throat tightened slightly, pretending to be surprised, "Really? But how do you know?"
Winnie said, "She told me herself."
She picked up a smile, "You find it weird, too, right? I'm not that close with her, so why would she tell me she's pregnant? Does she want a raise? And she said she's not married; the baby's her boyfriend's."
She seemed to be just chatting, but there was a sharp glint in her eyes, "Rock, maybe you should check if Sierra's got some office romance or if she's acting shady at work? Secretaries often put people in mind of beauty and shortcuts. She's your mom's pick for you in Lymington, right? She seems to like spilling her personal stuff to me, and I don't get why. I'm not even that close to her."
Winnie wasn't really suspecting Rock, though for a split second, she did think about the possibility of Rock and Sierra being a thing.
But more than that, she didn't like Sierra being all up in her business.
So her words carried a hint of warning for Rock.
How could Rock not catch the drift behind her gentle tone?
Despite her calm front, her eyes were clear as day. He felt annoyed. Damn Sierra, she wasn't a quiet one, either. Looked like he needed to give her a heads-up.
Rock apologized, "I don't know what's up with Sierra, either!Maybe she looks up to you and wants to be friends. I'll find a time to move her to a different spot."
Winnie smiled and nodded while eating.
After dinner.
At nine o'clock.
Winnie grabbed her clothes and headed to the bathroom for a shower. The sound of water splashing down made her feel a bit dazed, and her whole body was tense. The thought of sleeping with Rock next made her uncomfortable, even though she was already married to Rock.
Maybe some things needed to be done to get over the resistance.
She couldn't just hold onto Lawrence forever.
Winnie bit her lip in frustration, finished her shower, took a deep breath, and walked out.
Just as she reached the hallway, she saw Rock coming out of the bedroom with a blanket.
Winnie was stunned, "Rock."
"Winnie, I saw you took a long time in the shower. I feel like you're not ready yet, so I think I'd give you more time to fit in," Rock said softly, taking the initiative.
He tiredly pinched his brow, "And I've been swamped with work lately, often burning the midnight oil. I'll crash in the study for now, so I don't bug you."
Winnie was surprised and pursed her lips at his thoughtfulness.
He had seemed so eager before.
She felt a mix of doubt and gratitude, biting her lip and taking that step, "Actually, I can do it tonight."
"Don't push yourself," Rock walked over gently, smoothing her wet hair, "I really don't want to rush you. I can wait."
Winnie was deeply moved.
Thinking about how she had suspected Olivia's disappearance might be related to him at the police station today, and how Lawrence's words had made her doubt Rock so easily, she felt guilty. "Okay, I'll try to adjust quickly."
"Good night." Rock smiled and walked to the study.
Winnie didn't go to their master bedroom, either, feeling that lying alone in the big wedding bed was too empty. She chose a guest room.
Just as she was about to sleep, her phone suddenly rang. It was Sidney calling.
Winnie answered with a smile, "Sidney."
But on the other end, Sidney was crying, "Mommy, Mommy, I'm in so much pain. There was a car accident just now. Can you come and see me?"
"What?" Winnie immediately jumped out of bed, "How did this happen, Sidney? Where are you?"
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