The CEO’S Unplanned Heir novel (Aurelia and Leopold) novel Chapter 14

Chapter 14 

The woman in the photo was indeed her 

*This must have been a candid shot at the jewelry expo. Some creep was harassing me and I shooed him off” 

She paused before adding, “I have standards when it comes to choosing a partner. Firstly, he must have good morals. I would never get involved with a married man. Secondly, he must be attractive. As a designer, I pursue ultimate beauty, and that applies to people too.” 

Leopold narrowed his eyes slightly, his pupils glinting ominously. 

“How many men have met your standards?” 

Was he prying into her private life? 

Aurelia felt a wave of resentment well up within her. 

“I’ve been single since birth, never dated, haven’t even enjoy a dating. Now I’m expected to jump straight to motherhood. Don’t you think that’s a bit tragic? Am I not wronged?” 

Leopold didn’t believe a word. 

She had been pretty good at flirting with him, clearly experienced. How could she still be so inexperienced? 

“I remember you saying you liked someone.” 

His good memory recalled every word she had said, clear as day. 

Aurelia stuck out her tongue. She had said that in a fit of anger last time. 

However, she had indeed felt a strong attraction to a guy she met on a trip, but they lost contact. He probably wasn’t interested in her. 

“I do like someone, but we never dated.“ 

“Why?” 

*Well… unrequited love, you know.” 

Aurelia blushed slightly, feeling a bit embarrassed. 

Leopold was a bit surprised. He hadn’t expected her to be so upfront. 

Actually, he didn’t really care about her past. All he needed was assurance that the children in her belly were his. 

He leaned back in his chair, sipped his coffee, and his eyes flashed with a deep, unreadable coldness. 

“Do I meet your standards?” 

His tone was casual, as if he was asking out of curiosity, but Aurelia knew better than to ignore the hidden threat. 

This was a test. One wrong word and she’d be done for. 

“You’re too good for me. You’re way out of my league, and I wouldn’t dare to reach.” 

Leopold’s mouth curled up in a cold, sarcastic smile. 

“I hope you’re aware of your own limitations. Those who aim too high are bound to fall hard.” 

Her fate was to take the money and leave. If she dared to play tricks under his watch, she’d be digging her own grave. 

Aurelia was never one to aim high. She was a simple girl. A job she loved and a peaceful life were enough for her. 

“Don’t worry. I’m perfectly aware of my abilities.” 

She would never, ever harbor any illusions about the man before her. 

When she got home that evening, she couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was off about the day’s events. 

Kelly suddenly showing up and stirring the pot was unusual. Had someone put her up to it? 

At the moment, Laura was cooking in the kitchen. 

She walked in, “Laura, can I help you with the vegetables?” 

Without waiting for an answer, she started washing the lettuce.