My Great Escape Led Me to You novel Chapter 86

Andrew Lane rested a reassuring hand on Isabella Austin’s back, gently patting her. “Take it easy,” he said, “try not to get too worked up.”

Isabella nodded, wriggling out of his arms to take the ultrasound report. She studied the image carefully, eyes fixed on the black-and-white printout.

Suddenly, Isabella looked up at Emily Blair. “Emily, look at this. That’s my baby.”

Emily barely glanced at the report before returning her gaze elsewhere. Her voice was flat. “Congratulations on becoming a mom.”

There was a glimmer of mischief—almost a challenge—in Isabella’s eyes, though her smile remained sweet and serene. “Emily, would you be my baby’s godmother?”

Emily’s brows shot up, her mouth answering before her mind could catch up.

“No.”

“Absolutely not.”

The “no” came from Emily; the “absolutely not” from Andrew.

Hearing Andrew’s refusal, Emily didn’t feel hurt—just relieved.

The moment Isabella made her offer, Emily’s instincts screamed that Isabella was setting another trap, laying bait she had no intention of taking. And now that Andrew himself had shot down the idea, Emily could finally relax.

She hurried to reinforce it, not wanting Andrew to change his mind. “Mr. Lane has already said no, Ms. Austin. Let’s just leave it at that.”

Isabella shot Andrew a coy little smile, lowering her voice. “Alright then.”

Andrew dropped Isabella off outside her apartment. Before getting out, Emily leaned in, her smile bright and voice sugary sweet. “Congratulations, Mr. Lane. You’re going to be a father.”

She slammed the door before Andrew could reply.

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