No Strings Attached novel (Clara and Ian)
Chapter 194

Chapter 194 After speaking, she handed I the child over to Christy and made an excuse to leave.

Once back home, she rummaged through her cupboard and pulled out a bag of herbal tea. She didn’t waste a moment before finding an acquaintance to get it tested.

Staring at the lab report, with its cold, hard numbers, she completely fell apart. Their child hadn't died from strenuous activity. It was because of these herbs. And these herbs were prescribed by lan, with her accompanying him to get them.

It was only now that she realized what the doctor had meant when he said her overuse of morning-after pills had caused her ovaries to age prematurely, making conception difficult. She had thought using them once or twice a month was excessive, but now she knew that occasional use of emergency contraception wouldn't cause such damage The real reason her body struggled to conceive was because of the medication lan had given her He never wanted children, not from the start. And after the miscarriage, he had the audacity to pin the blon her. this as an excuse to keep her close and humiliate her.

What a farce it had all been.

She had actually believed that lan regretted breaking up with her, that his relentless pursuit was a sign of his repentance.

goal was to use Tums out, it was just possessiveness. He couldn't stand the thought of something he once claimed belonging to someone else. Clara felt as though she had plunged into an icy abyss. She felt as if the past three years had been a lie.

What she thought was deep affection was nothing but a heartless game. What she thought was regret was merely possessiveness rearing its ugly head.

Clara held her phone, tears glistening in her eyes as she gazed up at the starry sky.

When she dialed Anders’ number, her voice was choked with emotion, “Anders, cover for T Thanksgiving at my place.” Those simple words had Anders leaping out of bed in an instant. His breathing beclabored, “Clara, what do y you mean by that? Are you saying yes to me?” ke the las Clara curved her lips in a faint smile, “Anders, you took the first 99 steps. Lettake the last one.” She knew that stepping forward meant there was no turning back. That step would sever any remaining ties with lan.

Anders was excitedly spinning in place, and his speech was a bit stuttered. “Clara, just wait. I won't let you miss out on anything. I promise you that.” With that, he hung up and rushed to share the joyous news with his entire family. The house was soon filled with merriment.

A few days later, lan had just stepped out of the conference room n when Dawson approached with ne news “Mr. Hayes, I've just heard that Attorney Anders has booked the Grand Mansion Banquet Hall for tonight. Seems like he’s planning something big,” lan paused mid-stride.

His icy gaze turned to Dawson, “Has she arrived?” “She has, but she hasn't agreed to our proposal yet.” “I'll go to her” Clara had just finished work when Sasha called.

“Clara, aren't we bridesmaids next week? I've picked out the dresses. Ctry yours on, I'll send you the address.” Clara agreed cheerfully and drove straight to the dress shop. It wasn’t until she tried on the dress that she sensed something was amiss. “Sasha, are you sure this is a bridesmaid dress? Aren't we going to overshadow the bride with these gowns?” Sasha teased with a laugh, “With your looks, you could outshine anyone even in a burlap sack. Con, it's a crnot to show off a dress this gorgeous.” Before Clara could react, Sasha pulled her into the car. When they arrived and pushed open the doors, Clara was stunned by the scene before her.

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