The CEO's Hidden Love: Midnight Temptations and Deep Desires novel Chapter 771

"How did he know..."

"I'm not sure myself, but I've got to dash," the executive assistant said, making a beeline for the door. Just as he reached the threshold, he spun around, a reminder flashing in his eyes. "Don't breathe a word about my candor, okay? Mr. Lopez won't take kindly to the impression that his staff had disobeyed him."

Watching him leave, Dorothy picked up the antacid tablets from her desk and popped two into her mouth.

They were bitter with an indescribable aftertaste—and she wasn't just talking about the pills.

...

Karen had only felt overwhelmingly sleepy, but suddenly, upon waking, she was hit with waves of morning sickness.

In the early hours, when she should have been in the throes of deep slumber, she found herself rushing to the bathroom, clinging to the porcelain god for dear life.

"I've called the doctor, Karen! Open the door!"

She had locked herself in, leaving Jeffrey with no choice but to pound helplessly on the bathroom door.

When it became clear she wasn't going to let him in, he contemplated busting the door down.

Luckily, Karen emerged just in time, a ghastly pale shade, looking utterly drained of life.

"For what? It's just morning sickness, a normal part of pregnancy."

Hadn't he ever heard of such a thing? Morning sickness was common knowledge, right?

Jeffrey's brows were knitted together with concern that he couldn't quite shake off. "You look awful. Maybe the doc can help. Isn't there something that can be done? I'll have her prescribe you something!"

Speechless, Karen couldn't be bothered with a biology lesson and exited the room.

The doctor of obstetrics and gynecology was already waiting in the living room. Upon seeing Karen, she quickly asked, "Is the morning sickness that bad? Did you eat something greasy before bed?"

"No, I was asleep and then suddenly felt sick."

"Ms. Miller, morning sickness is a typical pregnancy symptom. There's no special cure, but sometimes sour foods can offer relief. It really depends on the individual."