The Contracted Ever After (Cordelia and Ronan) novel Chapter 227

Cordelia retreated to her room, immersing herself in online classes. As for whether Deanna visited Ronan's room that night and what they might have done, she had no clue. Nor did she particularly care, though her mind did occasionally wander.

Days passed uneventfully, and before she knew it, a month and a half had flown by. She'd sleep during the day while Ronan was at work.

Their schedules were always staggered, often going days without seeing each other. She did, however, see Barney daily. Every afternoon, after she woke up, she'd head downstairs for a meal and chat with Barney about her studies.

"Della, I know you went abroad to study because you were mourning your mother. If you ever encounter any difficulties overseas, remember that you can always come home. I will be waiting," Barney said, patting Cordelia's hand.

"Mm," Cordelia responded, touched.

She thought to herself, “How did a scholar as good as Barney end up with a grandson like Ronan? He was ruthless, violent, and extremely cunning.

On Saturday, Cordelia had a rare day off. Janice had specially made large pies and invited Cordelia to join them. Ronan was present too, but he kept his distance from Cordelia, and the two rarely spoke.

Cordelia devoured four or five pies in a row. They were filled with carrot and beef, and were delicious. She praised Janice's culinary skills while mentioning how long it had been since she'd had pies.

Janice regarded Cordelia with surprise, asking, "Ma'am, when did you develop such a hearty appetite?"

Cordelia, holding a pie, looked bemused. "They're tasty! Why wouldn't I eat more?"

"But you've eaten so much, aren't you...?" Janice's gaze slid towards Ronan. "Ma'am, you're not pregnant, are you? Shouldn't you go to the hospital for a check-up?"

"How could that be possible?" Cordelia retorted instinctively, her face changing color slightly.

Ronan's face had turned dark. In his eyes, Cordelia saying, "how could that be possible" was merely an evasion, a way to keep Barney and Janice from knowing she was carrying a bastard child.