Chapter 582

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At the hospital, Arthur leaned over beside Valerie and gently touched her belly. "Mom, the baby wasn't scared today, right?" he asked, his voice full of concern.

Valerie shook her head slightly, giving him a reassuring smile. "It's okay," she comforted him softly.

The doctor had already examined her, and the results would be out soon.

"If you're tired, you can go to sleep," Valerie said, not