A Crazy Night (Nathaniel and Christina) novel Chapter 530

Chapter 530

s the man? And when are you going to bring him out for me to meet him?”

hardly ever dated, so Christina was exceedingly curious about the remarkable man who managed

her.

all, the Cook family previously went all out to arrange for Bailey to attend blind dates with many

y and handsome heirs to end her singlehood.

she did not take a fancy to any of them.

ristina’s questions, a glimmer of shame flashed across Bailey’s eyes. Biting on the straw, she admitted nurmur, “We’re not officially together yet.”

tina was stunned for a moment, but she composed herself in the next second.

she’s a grown adult, so it’s understandable that she has some physiological needs at times.

two of them did not continue pursuing that subject. Instead, they talked about the television series

dubbed recently.

hey conversed, time flew like an arrow. Out of the blue, the caretaker, who stood a near distance away. ed over and said to Christina respectfully, “Mrs. Hadley, Mr. Hadley just phoned and asked whether ‘d be going back to Scenic Garden Manor for lunch, or you’d like him to come over and eat with you.”

ore Christina could respond to that, such immense shock hit Bailey at the side that her jaw dropped. – you kidding me? It’s only been a while since I’ve last met you, yet Mr. Hadley’s desire for control has ie up another notch, and he’s controlling where you have lunch?”

rsting into giggles, Christina explained, “I’m pregnant, so he’s somewhat anxious.”

egnant?” Bailey’s eyes went wide.

e then glanced at Christina’s flat belly before ascertaining, “I’m going to be a godmother again?”

iristina dipped her head in affirmation. “At that time, don’t forget to prepare a gift.”

that thought of an adorable baby calling her “Aunt Bailey,” Bailey was over the moon. “Never! That’s for re! I’ll prepare a houseful of gifts!”

ailey linked arms with Christina before they both got to their feet to leave.

t that exact moment, a long and slender hand grasped the door handle of the coffee shop and pushed pen the door.

midst a gust of cold wind, a man strode in with a tall and beautiful woman on his arm.

n the narrow aisle, the four of them bumped right into each other.

ulian’s unfathomable gaze alighted on Christina, and he greeted placidly, “Christina.”

Having met him twice, Christina replied with a smile, “Mr. Forrester.”

1. Julian inclined his head a fraction. Then, he led the woman beside him further into the coffee

aze was so impassive that it was as though he did not notice the presence of another person beside

stina.

stina did not pay that detail much mind, but when her fingers came into contact with Bailey’s hand. heart lurched.

y is your hand so cold. Bailey?” As soon as she lifted her eyes, she saw that Bailey was rather pale, ing a stark contrast with the person who was all smiles earlier.

nce, panic swamped her. “What’s wrong with you. Bailey? Are you feeling unwell?”

istina’s worried voice snapped Bailey out of her thoughts. A faint trace of pain glinted in her eyes. “It’s

ing. I’m just a bit tired, so I feel like sleeping.”

tired and feels like sleeping?

that case. I’ll send you home,” Christina offered.

king her head, Bailey declined, “No, it’s okay. Hurry up and go home. Mr. Hadley is waiting for you.”

wever, Christina was utterly worried when Bailey was in such a state and insisted on sending the latter me. Unfortunately, Bailey was likewise adamant about going home by herself.

ling to convince her otherwise, Christina had no choice but to watch helplessly as Bailey drove away.

on returning to her condominium. Bailey kicked off her high heels wearily. She dragged her feet to the uch barefoot before throwing herself down on it.

she hugged the soft cushion, her tense nerves gradually relaxed at long last.

r memories replayed themselves in her mind on a loop, showing her the picture of Julian pushing open e door and stepping into the coffee shop earlier time and again.

he black windbreaker he wore matched perfectly with his regal and aloof countenance, rendering him like the nlight during winter, distant and blinding. But above it all, the sight that blindsided me the most was the smiling oman on his arm who looked elegant and gracious.

When that thought hit her, tears escaped her eyes uncontrollably..

ndeed, the man whom she was not officially dating yet was none other than Julian.

‘recisely because it was him that she did not dare tell Christina his identity.