When Love Is a Lie

you care about is that title. If | lose my position as the heir of the Howard Group, both you and your child will end

up on the streets!

“If you still want to live comfortably in the Howard family, then stop pushingand focus on carrying the child.”

Rachel was scolded harshly. Her lips parted several times, but she couldn't find the words to respond.

Hereves filled with disappointment as the tears fell freely. She couldn’t help but remember Whitney's words. “Is

he using you? You'll know soon enough.

guy

Person is Not Our Fu

Chapter 158 Loving the Wrong Person Is Not Our Fault

Damian had brought in a top onbepedic specialist. Another week passed, and Whitney was finally able to walk

with the help of a cane.

with the hel

The weather was pleasant today, so Whitney draped a cape over her shoulders and went to the backyard to soak

up ssun

The housekeeper, worried about her stability, cautiously followed behind. After only a few steps, Whitney noticed

Rachel sitting alone under a distant gazebo.

Rachel stared at the pond, looking somewhat melancholy and fordom. Whitney dismissed the housekeeper and

slowly made her way over.

As she approached, she spoke up. “You're pregnant, you shouldn't be out here in the wind. You might catch a

cold.”

The weather was pleasant, but there was still a chill in the air. Rachel dressed lightly, tugged her collar closer

around her neck, and turned to face her. “You actually “care about me” Yet be here to watchsutter ”

“What do you mean, watch you sotter?” Whitney replied calmly......

You already know Damian doesn’t love me. You toldto figure it out for myself. Isn't that just waiting forto

make a fool of myself?

That night, bamian’s cold behavior and harsh words had left Rachel with little doubt. The promises he had once

made were long gone. He had never intended to

All the tthey spent together had only been about satisfying his desires. She had foolishly thought she could

be his wife

Whitney sat down beside Rachel, supporting herself with the cane. “Are you angry because | told you to test him,

or is it because you've realized you loved the

Whitney glanced at the

swimming leisurely in the pond. “We all loved the wrong people, but it's not our fault. However, if we keep

clinging to the past, that’s where we go wrong Damian only cares about power and money.

The moment something gets in his way, he'll discard it without hesitation. Right now, the biggest obstacle to him

marryingis you. He hasn't pushed you

et because he wants you to carry his child for me. Just think about it. If you have the child, how do you think he'll

treat your

Rachel immediately recalled the true side of Damian that he had shown her, a side that still sent chills down her

spine. She also realized that he had grown increasingly annoyed with her.

Her gaze shamed to her stomach. As long as the baby was there, she had sprotection. But if she lost it...

She realized that to Damian, she was nothing more than a ticking tbomb. If anyone found out about their

relationship, he would be the first to get rid of her.

uld be the firs

“Even if he doesn’t love me, | still won't cooperate with you. | won't let you watchtall apart. With that,

Rachel quickly turned and walked away Whitney's are darkened. She was andous. The wedding was only two

weeks away, and Rachel was her most valuable ally right now. Whitney had already laid out the truth, but Rachel

still refused to help. Whitney was left in despair, knowing twas running out.

Damian

At the Howard Group, Rachel walked into the CEO's office, holding a file in her hands to give to p Sering his

serious expression and silence, Rachel hesitated before softly asking, “Uncle Damian, are you still mad at me?”

Damian di do’t pespond

Rachel but her lip, trying again. “I was w wrong last time. | shouldnt have upset you. You work so hard, and |

didn’t consider that when | said those things. Uncle Damian, F’ll be good. Whatever you say, I'll do it. Just tell me

how you wantto behave, and I will

She wanted to take one more chance, believing that if she obeyed him, he wouldn't be so harsh

his bed companion, she refused to believe he had no feelings for her. Whitney was just jealous of her, trying to

drive a wedge between them

Kartel wasn’t foolish enough t work with her rival. She could see through Whitney's intentions.

Damian glanced up from the documents, his voice as calimat always. “Just make sure you know what's best

st for you, After awhile, stop coming to the company. Stay

Bartel couldn’t help the sweeties that filled her heart. He cared about her and was worried that she was pushing

herself too hard while pregnant..

uade the night choice.

knocked on the door. Damian looked at Harland said, “You can leave now. Close the door behind you.

“Alright,” Rachael responded, flaskang tama sweet smile bettering the CLO’s office and closing the door behind

her.

As the door clicked shut, she caught the sound of billy’s vote. “You're about to mairy Ms. Spencer What about

Ms. Yanes? Should we keep her somewhere else, or

Rachel's repared, ber hand still resting on the door. She quickly glanced around to make sure u one else was in

the hallway before leaning in closer

Listen

Damian's voice remained calm and gentle, but the words bespoke sent a chill down Machel’s spin