The IVF Secret That Shook a Dynasty novel Chapter 629

Vivica fell silent for a moment before nodding. "Okay. I understand your reasoning, and I agree it's for the best. Your brother passing away so young without leaving an heir... that's too heartbreaking for anyone to accept. Letting them believe Chaim is his gives them a sense of peace, and honestly, it makes me feel better too."

In Vivica's heart, Sheridan and Melanie weren't just her in-laws; they were essentially her own parents.

During the darkest period of her life, it was the Baird family who supported and protected her. Even now, they treated her with as much love and care as if she were their own daughter.

She couldn't bear the thought of breaking the hearts of such wonderful people with the truth.

"Honestly, even if you hadn't asked, I wasn't planning on ever telling them," Vivica said warmly.

Joseph pulled her into his arms and pressed a tender kiss to her forehead. "Thank you, Vivica."

She smiled faintly. "What are you thanking me for? Honoring my in-laws is what I'm supposed to do."

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The grueling first trimester finally passed.

Even though the entire Baird family treated Vivica like royalty—hiring a specialized nutritionist for all her meals, and even having the estate's staff deliver lunch to her office—she hadn't gained a single pound over the three months.

The only difference was her lower abdomen, which was now noticeably rounded.

"I had no idea carrying twins would be this different. When I was pregnant with Chaim, I didn't even show until I was over four months along."

She had just finished her prenatal checkup, and both babies were developing perfectly.

Vivica was thrilled, absentmindedly rubbing her belly. "I can't believe these two little ones are being so good. They haven't given me any real trouble. When they're born, I'm definitely going to spoil them."

"It's true. Since finding out you were pregnant, aside from the standard morning sickness, things have gone incredibly smoothly. Looks like we've got two little lucky charms."

Vivica had officially registered for her prenatal care at Quintina's hospital, but Joseph had pulled strings to bring in a top-tier obstetrics specialist with far more experience to oversee her entire pregnancy.

Naturally, Quintina was also part of the medical team.

"Vivica, go keep Chaim company. I need to take this."

Keeping his expression neutral, Joseph turned and stepped out into the hallway. "Hello."

"Mr. Baird, Hayes is critically ill. They're trying to resuscitate him right now, but the doctors say... it doesn't look good."

Raymond's voice was heavy, getting straight to the point.

Joseph's face tightened. He had anticipated this day would come.

"I know Vivica is pregnant with twins, and Chaim is in the hospital right now, so it's a terrible time for you guys to travel. But if he doesn't pull through... should we tell her? Does she want to come say goodbye one last time?"

Raymond knew he was putting Joseph in an impossible position.

But at the end of the day, that was Vivica's biological father. They had already missed out on a lifetime together. If she didn't even get to see him before he died...