Chapter 167

Alex was floored the moment he saw her.

He'd heard Mia talk about Christina before and already had a good impression. But meeting her in person today, he finally got what love at first sight really meant.

Turns out, love at first sight isn't just a thing in novels; it actually happens in real life.

"Christina Windsor, this is my cousin Alex Wilson. We grew up together," Mia introduced them.

Christina didn't think much of it.

She extended her hand to Alex. "Nice to meet you."

"Nice to meet you too, Christina. You look amazing," Alex quickly reached out to shake her hand.

Mia watched from the side, smiling silently.

Once they were seated, she took out her phone and texted Alex: [At least try to be subtle. You looked like you were about to glue your eyes to her.]

[Please, you have to put in a good word for me. If I can be with her, I'll do anything you say for the rest of my life.] Alex replied instantly.

He was on cloud nine, willing to do anything to make this relationship work.

Mia stifled a laugh: [What if I say you're not trying hard enough? Will you listen?]

[Of course! Love is like tending to a flower. If I don't have the means, how can I take care of such a beautiful flower? Besides, she's so amazing. I can't just sit at home playing video games all day.] Alex felt a surge of motivation.

Mia glanced at her phone, then at Alex, and couldn't help but burst into laughter.

"Christina," Mia said, putting her phone down and turning to her. "What are your plans next?"

"I haven't decided yet. I need to focus on getting better first," Christina sighed.

All her plans had been disrupted by this unexpected pregnancy.

Logic told her to terminate the pregnancy and cut ties with William.

But emotionally, she couldn't bring herself to do it.

This child could very well be Harper. She hadn't protected Harper in her past life. Could she really deny Harper the chance to see the world in this life?

Logic and emotion were like two ropes pulling her in opposite directions, causing her immense pain and making it hard to decide.

"You're right. Nothing is more important than your health. Now that you're out of the hospital, we should meet up more often. I still need your help with some design work," Mia said, trying to create opportunities for Alex.

The more they met, the more familiar they would become.

Christina felt a warm current in her heart. "I thought you had found another designer."

After all, they hadn't been in touch for a long time.

Strictly speaking, she had breached their agreement.

"Of course not. We work so well together. My daughter loves the jungle-themed room you designed. She even bought a fur costume and jumps around the room. She's so lively," Mia said, her eyes softening as she talked about her daughter.

"I don't have high expectations for her. I just want her to be happy every day."

"Christina, order whatever you like. This meal's on me," Alex said, handing the menu to her.

Christina wasn't very hungry and ordered a few dishes.

Mia and Alex each added two more dishes, then handed the menu to the waiter.

Soon, the food arrived.

This five-star hotel lived up to its reputation. Every dish looked and tasted amazing.

During the meal, Alex kept chatting with Christina and was pleasantly surprised to find they had a lot in common. "Christina, how about we add each other on social media? We can hang out sometime."

"Sure," Christina agreed readily.

She didn't think much of it, just seeing Alex as a friend.

After they finished eating, Alex offered to drive her back. "I'm a great driver. It won't be bumpy at all."

Mia watched and couldn't help but sigh.

Indeed, when a man sees a woman he likes, he becomes like a peacock showing off its feathers, eager to display his charm.

"No need. I'm still staying at the hospital, and it's not far from here. I can walk back and digest the food," Christina waved at him. "See you next time."

She didn't notice a familiar car parked by the roadside. William got out and walked briskly toward her.

"See you next time," Alex said, giving her one last look before starting the car and driving away.

Once they were a bit further, Mia couldn't help but tease him. "Tone it down a bit. Don't scare her off."

"But I really like her. I can't help it," Alex said, his mind filled with Christina's smile.

Meanwhile, Christina was about to walk back to the hospital when William grabbed her arm. A familiar voice sounded in her ear, "You're not fully recovered yet. Why did you leave the hospital, and to meet another man?"

She was so cold to him, yet she smiled so warmly at another man.

The stark contrast made William feel a pain he couldn't describe. "I know you hate me, but we have a child together."

"You know better than anyone how this child came to be. I was out of it, like a fool being deceived. To put it bluntly, what you did was illegal!" Christina was furious at the mention of it.

She could accept Harper, but she would never accept William because of Harper.

She hated deception more than anything.

"But Christina, at first, you..."

"So what? Just because we had sex doesn't mean I have to spend my life with you. This is the 21st century. Stop saying things that disgust me," Christina pushed him away. "Don't touch me. Unless you want to make a scene, I'll call the police and we'll make the news again."

She didn't care, but the Cavendish family wouldn't be able to handle it.

Especially Nicholas, with his pride. How could he tolerate the Cavendish family becoming a laughingstock again and again?

He would be furious!