An Ambitious Pact

Roxanne glanced at Hugo coldly. "For now, I can only offer you a place to stay, but it's your choice. My hopes now all rest on this child. If you want a better life ahead, you'd better pray for a safe pregnancy and a son for me. And don't stir up trouble for me."

Hugo raised his brows, clearly displeased. "You're getting too big for your boots. How dare you talk to me like that!" He raised his han