Byron Crawford had just wrapped up his business trip. As his personal assistant and girlfriend, Athena Newton was summoned to his office immediately.

Yet Athena’s mind was elsewhere - a pregnancy test had just confirmed that she was expecting Byron's baby.

After carefully disposing of the test, she entered the office, doing her best to appear composed.

"Mr. Crawford, how can I assist you?" she inquired.

Byron looked at her with lust. Then, he drew her onto his lap and slid his hand under her dress.

Terrified his actions could harm the baby, she stiffened.

"The investors are waiting for the meeting," she tried to stop his hand.

Unfazed by her reluctance, Byron continued to plant kisses on her neck. "Then why don't you help me speed things up?" he suggested, nipping at her neck.

"Please...be gentle," Athena moaned, shivering.

"Would that make you feel better?" Byron teased.

Athena clenched her hand, attempting to ignore the sensations his kisses were triggering. She couldn't take any risks until she was sure about her pregnancy.

"I...I'm not feeling well today. Could I just...use my hand?" she proposed.

Byron gazed at her suspiciously."Uncomfortable? I remember your period it's not today." he said, reaching to verify.

After his quick check, his demeanor changed.

She's lying to him.

he stated coldly, "Athena, Remember your role. Satisfy me, and I'll reward you with 20 million. Plus, the lakeside villa will be yours."

Athena remained quiet. Did he still believe she was only after his wealth?

Officially, she was his assistant, but behind closed doors, she has been his secret lover for years.

But she's been sick of it for a long time, and she longed for Byron to find someone to take her place.

She just didn't expect to get pregnant at this time.

Byron tenderly stroked her puffed lips with his thumb, his calm voice hinting at persuasion, "Behave well, and there'll be more for you in the future."

He kissed her again, leaving her no opportunity to decline, and pushed her onto the couch.

Athena knew she could never say no to this man...

Their intimate moment concluded an hour later.

Drained, Athena laid on his chest, while he continued to caress her.

Byron clearly wasn't satisfied yet, but he sensed Athena had been going off on a tangent.

"Does making love to me make you so uncomfortable?" he asked discontentedly.

After a pause, Athena mustered enough energy to rise, gathering her clothes from the floor.

"Byron, have you ever thought about getting married and having kids?" she asked boldly.

His face instantly hardened. "Definitely not. Why do you ask?"

His swift refusal crushed Athena's heart.

She knew he wouldn't want to marry her or have kids, but she had to ask.

"Nothing, just a random thought," she quickly replied, dressing hurriedly and leaving the room before he could see her tears.

Alone in the bathroom, Athena gently touched her belly. She was at a loss for words to describe her feelings.

At that time, she heard a buzzing sound from her phone. She reached for it, and instantly read the headline in her notifications.

[Breaking News: Imbe Group President to Marry Youngest Daughter of Ross Family, Forging Powerful Alliance]

Her heart skipped a beat.

The president of Imbe Group was none other than Byron.