The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife

Chapter 194 313 The Secret Pregnancy of the Billionaire's Ex-Wife Chapter 194: A Desperate Call Angels Pov "Maria, I wonder if The door swung open without warning. David, Chilstopher's ever-present desistant, entered with a polite smile that didist reach his "Wilson madam, Mr. Blake would like to know what you'd prefer for dinner today. The chef can prepare anything you desire." rom the corner of my eye, I saw Maria slipping quietly My frustration threatened to boil over, but I kept my expression commolled. From toward the exit, taking my potential lifeline with her.

Please clarify something for me, David," I said coolly. "Am I a guest prisoner? If I'm a guest, I should be free to cand go as I please. If I'm a prisoner, why bother asking what I'd like to cat?" David's smile faltered, "Ms. Wilson, Mr. Blake simply wants to ensure your comfort during your stay-" "My comfort?" I laughed without humor. "I was drugged and brought here against my will with my children. How is that ensuring my comfort?" He shifted uncomfortably. "About dinner, madam...

I decided to use food as leverage. I'd like Chinese food." "Chinese food?" David blinked in surprise.

"Yes. Specifically, Kung Pao chicken and dumplings. I named dishes knew would be nearly impossible to find on this remate Mediterranean island.

"Fm afraid that might be difficult to arrange "Then I'm not eating." I said firmly. "Please inform Mr. Blake that since he's broughtto this isolated place, he should be prepared to meet basic requests. Otherwise, I'll simply fast until we return to New York." David's expression tightened. Tll relay your... request." After b he left, I moved to the window and watched as he approached Christopher in the garden. Their body language toldeverything-David's apologetic gesture, Christopher's tense shoulders, and quick, agitated movements. After a brief conversation, Christopher strode purposefully toward the dock. I smiled to myself. My gambit had worked; he was leaving to personally handle my impossible request This was my chance.

I slipped out of the suite, careful to appear casual as I navigated the unfamiliar corridors. The security guard posted outside my door followed at a discreet distance, but didn't stop me. I pretended to search for the children, occasionally calling their names while actually scanning every room for Maria.

I finally spotted her in the laundry room, methodically folding sheets Glancing over my shoulder to ensure we were alone, L approached quietly.

ng her to startle. "I need to borrow your phone, Just for a few minutes. Please." "Maria," I said softly, causing Her eyes widened with alarms. "No, Wilson madam, 1 cannot. Mr. Blake would find out. I would lose my job." 1/3 Chapter 194 A Desperate Call Thave two children, I must ensure their safety," I explained urgent 1 just need to let my family knone were safe. Three minutes, "that's all I'm asking " She shook her head vigorously. "Impossible, malam. Mr. Blake check all staff communications.

4. The consequences would be 1 brand footsteps approaching and had to retreat, frustration churning in my stomach.

When dinnertarrived, I was escorted to the dining room where Christopher waited, looking triumphant beside a table laden with authentic Chinese dishes.

"Your requested meal," he announced with a self-satisfied smile. "I tend a chef who previously worked in Hong Kong. Nothing in impossible with the right resources," I had to admit, his determination was impressive-and terrifying, I could arrange authentic Chinese cuisine on a remote Mediterranean island within hours, what else was be capable of? "Thank you." I said flatly. "But I'd like someone to join me. Maria, pihaps? Christopher's expression sharpened instantly. "Maria? Why her specifically?" I maintained my composure. "She's the only person here who's shownany kindness. Is that too much to ask?" He circled the table slowly, his voice deceptively gentle. "Angela, I understand what you're trying to do. But remember, everyone hepe works for me. Including Maria." I simply want company for dinner," I replied, meeting his gaze steadily.

"If you attempt to use my staff for... Inappropriate purposes, there will be consequences. Not for you," he added with meaningful pause, "but for them." A chill ran down my spine, but I pressed on. "If I can't have company then I won't eat." 1 deliberately pushed away my plate, watching his reaction, Christopher's jaw tightened as he weighed his options.

This isn't a prison, Angela. I'm trying to live you everything you could want." "Everything except freedom." I countered. "If this isn't imprisonment, then what is it?" Our eyes locked in silent combat. Finally, Christopher sighed. "Fine. Maria can join n you. Twenty minutes." I'd won this small battle.

Maria sat across from me, clearly uncomfortable as she p perched on the edge of her chair.

"Thank you for joining me," I began, keeping my tone conversational "How long have you worked here?" "Three years, madam," she replied, barely touching her food.

Lasked about her family, her background, gradually drawing her out until her posture relaxed slightly. When I was certain we weren't being overheard, I leaned forward.

"Maria, I need your help. My children need to know their mother is okay. I just need three minutes wi call." with your phone to make one Fear flashed across her face. "I cannot, madam! Mr. Blake monitors a electronics.

He would know immediately.

2/3 Chapter 194: A Desperate Call I unclasped the Cartier necklabe from my throat -i place su promise, when i leave here, III fin the stan yours if you help me. And I cklace, clearly tempted but still hesitant.

I removed my enserald strings and placed them.

necklace. These too, Just three minutes, Maria. Please, for my children." I watched her internal struggle, hope rising as her resolve visibly weakened.

"Okay."

finally whispered. "But only three e minutes, and we must somewhere without cameras," Belief washed over me: "Thank you, Maria. You're saving us.' "The bathroom has no surveillance," she suggested. You can excuse yourself, and I'll wait by the door I nodded, my heart racing with renewed hope.

Inside the opulent bathroom, I locked the door with trembling hands Maria's phone

felt like a lifeline as I quickly dialed Sean's number, my breath catching e as it began to ring. One ring. Two rings. Three.

No answer.

"Con, Sean," I whispered desperately.

Four rings. Five Suddenly, I realized the problem. "It's the middle of the night in New York. He's probably asleep."

I leaned against the cold marble wall, a wave of desolation washing over n: me. My one chance, and timing had defeated me. "Sean, please answer," I whispered as the phone continued to ring. Theed you...

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