Chapter 203

Verena spoke her mind openly, and Danica, watching quietly, felt a quiet admiration stir within her. A subtle smile tugged at her lips.

She admired Verena's straightforwardness. After all that had unfolded, how could Verena possibly remain without a trace of anger in her heart?

If a mere apology had made Verena shower her with praise, that would only have unmasked her as insincere.

Yet Verena's frank warning-though not easy on the ears-was proof of her honesty and her good nature.

Recalling Verena's identity as Evelyn, Danica found her heart strangely at peace.

Verena had no need to curry favor with her. As a legendary healer, Verena could use her influence and connections to confront her if she wished. But Verena didn't do that.

That alone revealed two things-Verena respected Isaac, and more importantly, she truly loved him.

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Danica felt blessed to have such a thoughtful and capable daughter-in-law.

The more she reflected, the more her satisfaction grew, yet so did the sting of regret for her past actions.

She reached out gently, clasped Verena's hand, and spoke from the heart. "Verena, you have every reason to be upset. I was in the wrong. But rest assured-I give you my word, I will never again intrude in matters between you and Isaac."

Her gaze was steady, her voice firm, her manner utterly sincere. Verena believed her and answered with a soft smile and a nod.

Seeing forgiveness in Verena's eyes, Danica felt a heavy stone lifted from her chest. Turning slightly, her gaze fell upon Isaac, who was holding a folded sheet of paper.

She had noticed it when they entered, but at the time, her mind had been wholly on apologizing.

Now that peace had been restored, curiosity prompted her to ask, "Isaac, what's that in your hand?"

Isaac knew well that Danica's mistakes were all tied to him. Watching Verena forgive her, he felt a mix of gratitude and faint sorrow.

At Danica's question, Isaac blinked, the corners of his lips curling into a smile.

He handed her the paper and said, "Take a look."

Danica accepted it, curiosity bright in her eyes. As she read, her eyes widened in shock. The document nearly slipped from her trembling fingers.

She looked at Isaac and Verena, her voice quivering. "Is... is this true?"

Isaac clasped Verena's hand, his voice calm yet full of depth. "It's absolutely true. We just came from the hospital-we're going to have a baby."

Verena touched her still-flat stomach tenderly, her smile gentle. "The doctor said everything looks perfectly normal."

Hearing their words, Danica's heart leapt with joy. Her dignified features blossomed into a radiant smile.60

Her eyes gleamed with delighnt and relief. "This is wonderful! Soon I'll be a grandmother-there will be a little grandchild in the house!"

Her excitement brimmed over; she clutched.Verena's hand tightly."Verena,thank you!"

She said it again and again, gratitude welling up for both the continuation of the Bennett family and for Verena's care in restoring Isaac's health.

Danica had once believed Isaac might never have children. But then Verena came, healed him,and changed the course of fate.

Though she had heard Isaac's sex function was cured, never had she imagined such a swift and.profound result-a long-awaited grandchild, at last.

Evelyn's reputation was indeed well-earned.

And now, that remarkable woman was her daughter-in-law.

Danica steadied her heart and silently made a decision.

Taking Verena's hands warmly in her own, she declared, "This is a blessing beyond words. I've decided to give you ten percent of my shares, a guarantee for both your and the baby's future."

But Verena, raised self-reliant and never accustomed to handouts, found such a gift difficult to accept.

She shook her head gently, smiling politely as she refused. "Danica, I appreciate your kindness, but I really can't accept this gift..."

Danica had expected her hesitation. Before Verena could finish, she pressed on, "I've thought this through for a long time. I'll divide twenty percent of my shares into two-half for you, half for Bobby's wife when he marries. It's simply a token of my love as an elder. Please,my dear, accept it?"

Verena bit her lip and lowered her head, caught between gratitude and reluctance.

Isaac leaned toward her, his voice soft but steady. "You've earned this. Accepot it."

Meeting Danica's earnest gaze, Verena finally nodded, her voice quiet yet clear. "Alright, I'll accept. Thank you,Danica." 50

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Danica's face lit with joy. With her offer accepted, she immediately called Rhonda to discuss dietary care for the coming months. She also gathered the household staff, instructing them that Verena's well-being would now come first in all matters.

Not stopping there, Danica herself prepared a pot of nourishing soup before getting ready to leave.

Verena invited her to stay for dinner. And when she saw that her daughter-in-law harbored no trace of resentment, Danica's heart swelled with both shame and gratitude.

After dinner, the three lingered in conversation until at last Danica took her leave.

Since Verena was newly pregnant, Isaac worried about her tiring easily and guided her upstairs early to rest.

But just before bed, Verena's phone rang.