Do You Still Love Me When We Meet Again? (Aubrey and Damon) novel Chapter 262

Chapter 262: The Paternity Test

The maternity ward

Nina looked pale and drained, lying in a private VIP sune A newborn baby was tucked in right beside her

The room was packed Members of both the Blackwood and Hall families were crammed into the space

Aubrey wood among them, confused. This was the time for a new mother and her baby to rest. Why was everyone hovering like this People kape their voices down, whispering in hushed tones, but the air in the room felt heavy. Tense

Ewan looked wraight at Old Mr. Blackwood “Grandpa, you made a promise in front of the whole family You’re not planning on bad now, are you?

I never go back on my word. My first great–grandson will inherit my current house and two of our family heirlooms”

Ewan and Nina exchanged a smile, their hearts racing with excitement.

Nina spoke up in a weak voice. I thank Great–grandpa on behalf of the baby.”

However. Old Mr. Blackwood out her off. I want a paternity test”

Evan’s face instantly darkened.

Mr. Hall’s expression turned grim “Old Mr. Blackwood, don’t you think you’re crossing a line?

Mrs. Hall gritted her teeth, muttering under her breath. This is such an insult. My daughter just gave birth, and he pulls this? Who else the baby belong to but Evan

Old Mr. Blackwood remained dead serious. If there’s nothing to hide, why are you afraid of a test?

If the Blackwoods didn’t trust my daughter, why did you let her marry into the family? Mrs. Hall snapped.

Hannah quickly tried to smooth things over. “Please, don’t be angry. We all believe Nina. This child is definitely my grandson, a true Bla descendant.”

“I don’t, Old Mr. Blackwood said, emphasizing every word. “I trust the evidence my other grandson found more. I have my doubts and those doubts are cleared, I won’t be fulfilling any promises.”

Evan’s face was pale and sickly. He stood there, jaw tight, his fists clenched so hard they shook.

Everyone’s eyes were on him, waiting for him to say something

Evan clenched his jaw and glared at Old Mr. Blackwood. Grandpa, I’m your oldest grandson. Why has it always been Damon? Why do yo believe every word he says? You favor him so much that you even gave his fiancée that Heirloom Bracelet. My wife got nothing.”

Old Mr. Blackwood’s eyes turned cold. “Nothing? I gave her a pair of Gold Bracelets when you got married. Those belonged to your grandmother. I gave them to her because she was the wife of my eldest grandson.”

“How much are a pair of gold bracelets even worth? They don’t compare to an ancient jade heirloom, Evan snapped, his face darkening Old Mr. Blackwood looked shocked ‘So it’s not about the meaning to you. It’s about the price tag. Hah…”

Charles Blackwood finally spoke up. Evan, don’t be disrespectful to your grandfather.”

‘Dad, Grandpa has always picked Damon over me. Can’t you see that? Are you seriously not going to take my side”

Charles remained perfectly calm. Just do the test. If the kid is yours, it’ll give Grandpa peace of mind”

Evan turned to look at Nina.

Nina gripped the edge of her blanket, her knuckles white with tension.

Hannah Pierce forced a bright smile. “Today should be a happy day. If Dad has concerns, then let’s just do the test. We don’t want him worryi about it.‘

Mr. Hall barked, “If you don’t trust my daughter, then get a divorce! My grandson doesn’t need your family sold estate or those cheap pieces of junk

‘Dad… Nina Hall cut him off quickly ‘It’s fine. Let Grandpa do the test I’m not divorcing Evan‘

Mr. and Mrs. Hall felt humiliated for their daughter and grandson Seeing Nina still siding with her husband’s family, they stood up in a rage

and stormed out

Nina looked completely composed She offered a thin smile ‘Grandpa, test whatever you want I have a clean conscience. The baby is Evan s Charles turned to the old man, his voice steady ‘Dad, I believe in my daughter–in–law. But since you only trust Damon, fine. We ll take Evan and the baby for the blood rest now You can oversee the whole thing

“Fine,” Old Mr. Blackwood said, pushing himself up Victoria Stone quickly stepped in to steady him.

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The group followed the old man out Evan followed them, dutching the baby.

only Damon, Aubrey Hayes, Tracy Blackwood, and Olivia Summers were left in the room, staring at Nina on the be

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ur of them sat in a row on the sofa. Aubrey and Tracy were in the middle, with Damon and Olivia on the ends. Four s onto Nina.

frowned, leaning in close to Damon’s ear. “She doesn’t look scared at all,” she whispered. ‘Is it possible her kid really is I’m not sure yet, Damon whispered, leaning his head close to Aubrey’s ear. “But I did confirm she falsified the timeline. If sh something why lie about how many months along she is?

Tracy leaned in, trying to catch every w

Aubrey was so close that her lips

Damon reached out and gave

‘I want to hear too, Trac

Olivia poked her head o shouldn’t her belly

Their eyes drifted

None of th

Tracy

brushing against the top of Tracy’s head.

shove. “Does everything have to involve you?”

g her head. “Come on, fill me in!”

hed. “Aubrey, Tracy… don’t you think her stomach looks too big? If she already h

Even under the thick blanket, there was still a clear bulge.

been pregnant, so they had no idea if that was normal.

you think Aunt Hannah might bribe the hospital board to fake the DNA results?

sa legitimate hospital. Every step of the process is on camera, and Evan is overseeing everything pe gh the cracks.”

hy is the rest of the family so calm? Is it possible Nina’s baby actually belongs to Evan?”

quietly. I trust Damon’s investigation.”

yes, her gaze locked on Nina’s stomach. She studied her for a long moment before she finally spoke. “The baby Her real child is probably still in there.”

Her words hit home, and they realized it actually made sense.

why would her belly be so huge?

clicked for Tracy Blackwood. “That makes sense,” she said. “My cousin has so many women on the side, I’m sure there are pler ho’ve had his kids. But Grandpa? He despises people with messy private lives. So, Caleb brought back a love child to pass off as to get his hands on the inheritance first.”

Only one way to find out,” Olivia said, standing up. She started walking toward Nina.

Tracy got up right behind her.

“Nina, do you want some water?” Olivia asked.

“No,” Nina snapped. She closed her eyes, ignoring them completely.

“Mind if I have some, then? I’m thirsty.”

“Whatever,” Nin

Olivia pou

She

-cold.

able. She dipped her finger in to check the temperature, making sure it wasn’t too hot

a what the two of them were planning to do about that belly.

ina. “Nina, let me see if you have any stretch marks

led to grab the covers, screaming in a rage, “Tracy What the hell are you doing

her glass of water right onto Nina’s stomach.

herself against the bed to sit up. She roared at the two of them, “What is wrong with you? Get out‘ Everyone get

I’m so sorry…”

them acted fc

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of the scramble, they felt around everywhere.

shoved Tracy and Olivia’s hands away, screaming toward the door. “Stop touching me! Get away! Nurse! Nurse!”

n, looking panicked. ‘What are you doing? She just gave birth and she’s still weak. She needs rest! You all need to leave r

ia stepped back as the nurse herded them away from the bed.

:m traded a knowing smirk, then turned and walked out.

ubrey’s hand and stood up, following the others out of the room.

em walked down the long hospital corridor in pairs, talking quietly as they went.

voice. “Her belly was still round and firm. There’s no way she actually gave birth.”

agreement. “Exactly. I even felt the baby kick. My cousin’s mistress must have been the one who had the baby. Nina isn’t ing to pull a fast one and swap them.”

d calm. “We don’t need to tell Grandpa yet. They’ve got the doctors and nurses covering for them, so even if we said somet

1. it. Let’s just wait for the results.”

fused. “Why wait? Even if it proves he has a kid on the side, that kid is still Grandpa’s great–grandson. My uncle might ev isure Grandpa into accepting him.”

heaters and people who mess around,” Damon said. “We have to trust that he knows what he’s doing.”

ike Grandpa has really made up his mind this time,” Aubrey noted. “He was so firm about demanding that DNA test.”

id, friendly act fool you,” Damon replied. “He’s sharp and wise. He’s not as simple as he looks.”

m didn’t really buy it. To them, Grandpa had always been a soft–hearted old man who preferred to play the peacemaker an

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ut of the corridor and waited outside the lab.

1. r. Blackwood emerged from the blood–draw area, leaning on Zach for support. The rest of the family trailed behind them a

in the hallway.

landed on the baby in Evan’s arms. The kid was definitely on the older side–he looked to be at least a month old.

r they couldn’t wait for Nina to actually give birth. If they waited any longer, there was no way the kid would pass for a

id her husband looked far too calm. They were clearly in on the whole thing, pulling the strings and helping coordinate the

practically written on their faces. They were playing a calculated game, and their eyes were fixed solely on Grandpa’s fortune.

g was finished, everyone headed home.

paid extra for the rush service, the results were ready by the third day.

delivered straight into Old Mr. Blackwood’s hands.

he entire family to the estate, intending to open the envelope in front of everyone. Except for Nina, who stayed away claiming tpartum rest,” everyone showed up.

in the massive living room was heavy.

ily sat there, steady as rocks and looking completely smug, as if they already knew they had won.

hout the inheritance at all. They just didn’t want Grandpa to get played, silently standing by him and supporting

ged on the sofa, looking completely unbothered as he glanced at Damon. Actually, why don’t you do it, Damon‘ I ho could’ve talked Grandpa into this DNA test.”

against his thigh, his grip steady. “You give me too much credit, Evan,” he said calmly.

truth? You lost your kid and you’ve been blaming me ever since. You’re just looking for a way to get back at me.” pale. Her free hand moved to her stomach, her fingers instinctively digging into the fabric of her shirt. Her fist clenched

nly burned with tears.

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