His act was apparently convincing as she clung to his arm and said, "I don't doubt you, I'm just a little nervous."

After a moment, Ariana remembered a vital point and expressed her concern to Theodore, “During my previous check-up, the doctor mentioned that one of the twins is more delicate. So I'm concerned the surgery might not be good for the babies."

Theodore was already aware of this through his own doctor but hadn't brought it up since they were going to induce Labor anyway. However, he hadn't expected Ariana to find out earlier than him.

“The doctor detected it during the previous check-up. According to him, with the current level of medical technology and a considerable amount of delicate care, the issue can be resolved. At most, one of the twins might be born a bit weaker," Theodore explained softly as he gently ran his hand over Ariana's hair. He silently scolded himself for becoming better at lying.

Theodore's words brought a wave of relief over Ariana. She nestled in his embrace and softly murmured, "I will be a good mother and take good care of our babies."

“Rest early, take good care of your health, and be in the best condition for the tomorrow's surgery," Theodore responded tenderly.

Ariana drowsily nodded in agreement.

After accompanying her back to their room, Theodore was about to leave after tucking her in when she caught his hand and asked, “Aren't you resting too?"

“I have some matters to attend to. I'll be in the study," Theodore replied, planting a gentle kiss on her forehead before heading to the study on his own.

However, once he settled in the study, Theodore found himself just sitting at the desk, lost in a daze.

Staring at the pristine desk before him, he couldn't help but recall the doctor's words from earlier today.

“We have a new treatment plan that has a reasonable chance of saving both the children and the mother."

“What's the success rate?"

“Fifty percent." The doctor's words were solemn.

Fifty percent

Despite knowing how much Ariana desired the children, Theodore was unwilling to take any risks. Ultimately, he made the difficult decision to proceed with the abortion.

Theodore wrestled with his inner turmoil and pain.

He was willing to shoulder all the pain and remorse himself.

Meanwhile, in the bedroom, Ariana couldn't sleep peacefully. A nightmare jolted her awake, and she noticed the first Light of dawn outside.

Feeling thirsty, she reached for her phone to use its glow to Light the way. As she unlocked her phone, she discovered a text message from an unknown number.