Masking his bitterness, he disclosed to Leonel, “Serenity is carrying your child."

Leonel responded with a smile.

He inquired, “Did she personally inform you of this?"

Suddenly, a surge of anger overcame Darwin. Despite Serenity's vulnerable state in the hospital and the near loss of her child, Leonel appeared unperturbed, sharing moments with Alexis.

Was Leonel devoid of compassion?

Determined, Darwin decided to escort Leonel to the hospital, ensuring he attended to Serenity's needs, even if it required physically guiding him there.

Darwin then found himself silenced as Leonel uttered calmly, "Serenity's pregnancy stems from a traumatic incident-Kenneth's assault. The man who now faced legal consequences is the father of her child. Darwin, it should be evident why she wishes to keep this baby. What perplexes me is why our longstanding friendship is overshadowed by Serenity's choices. Have you considered your feelings for her?"

A sudden stillness overcame Darwin as if Leonel's revelation had brought time to a standstill.

The shock left Darwin bewildered, and before he could collect himself, Leonel had departed with Alexis, disappearing into the elevator.

Darwin mumbled to himself, "It can't be Leonel's child. Why would Serenity deceive me?"

Darwin reached the hospital, entering the serene VIP ward he had personally organized for Serenity. The ambiance exuded warmth, adorned with a soothing palette of pale pink.

Serenity, seated on the bed, tenderly caressed her belly, a book on prenatal education clasped in her hand.

Her demeanor exuded gentleness as she engaged in an attempt to impart knowledge to the unborn child.

Darwin swallowed hard and blinked, locking eyes with Serenity. She asked cheerfully, “Darwin, how did your conversation with Alexis go?"

Adopting a serious expression, Darwin responded, “Whose child is it?"

Serenity's smile faded, and with trembling lips, she questioned, “How did you find out? Did Alexis disclose it? She's spouting nonsense.

She's framing me."

Darwin confronted her directly, stating, "The child is Kenneth's, Leonel's father, isn't it?"

In response, Serenity flung the book at Darwin, her composure unraveling.

"Don't bring up his name again, Darwin. Please, don't. Do you comprehend the torment that night inflicts on me? Can you fathom the repulsion that grips me each time I recall it? It's a recurring nightmare, Darwin."