My Unborn Baby Chose My Husband for Me novel Chapter 286

*Flaunt it all you want, it'll all come crashing down,* she thought bitterly.

Then she glanced over at her own husband, who was still silently shoveling food into his mouth. A surge of white-hot fury burned in her chest.

Landon had caught the exchange as well, a flicker of deep amusement sparking in his eyes.

It was as if he had just discovered a fascinating new toy.

Meanwhile, Eleanor watched the young couple with a look of profound satisfaction.

On the surface, the dinner looked like a picture-perfect family gathering, but beneath the veneer, a cutthroat game of chess was already underway.

Afterward, the staff cleared the table and served fresh fruit and tea in the lounge.

The matriarch pulled Seraphina aside for a private chat, urging her to focus on resting and avoid any unnecessary stress.

She agreed to every piece of advice with practiced grace.

As the evening wore on, Lucian finally stood up to leave.

"We're heading out, Grandma. Sera needs an early night."

Eleanor nodded approvingly. "Go on, then. Drive safe."

Standing off to the side, Charlene offered a sugary smile. "Don't be a stranger, Sera. Visit us more often."

"Of course, Charlene," she lied effortlessly.

Landon stood up as well, shoving his hands into his pockets. "Take care, Lucian. Seraphina."

Giving a stiff nod, Lucian wrapped a protective arm around his wife and guided her out the door.

They crossed the dimly lit courtyard. He opened the passenger door, steadying her as she climbed into the luxurious interior.

The engine purred to life, and the car glided down the sprawling driveway, leaving the estate behind.

Sinking into the plush leather, she let out a long, heavy exhale.

"What is it? Are you exhausted?" He cast a worried glance her way.

"I'm alright." She hesitated for a moment before asking, "What's your read on Landon?"

The silence stretched for several seconds before he answered. "He's brilliant. Infinitely sharper than his mother."

She understood the terrifying implication behind those words.

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