A glint of alarm flashed in Eleanor's eyes.

"I..."

“Let me be blunt. I do not like you, Eleanor. And even if by some godforsaken reason, I married you, that child would have a miserable life growing up in house devoid of love."

Brian didn't mince his words at all.

Eleanor moved closer and took his hand.

"Love can come later, we will develop it slowly. I like you, Mr. Hughes. If you give me a chance, I guarantee that I can make you fall in love with me. We will be one happy family."

“Never. I can give you whatever you demand, but I will never marry you," Brian declared, shaking her hand away as if it was something disgusting.

“In fact, I will make an appointment with the best gynecologist right now and schedule your operation for tomorrow. Don't worry, I will compensate you once the deed is done. I will also continue to sponsor you until you become a famous celebrity.”

He didn't even wait for her to respond, and just strode away.

Eleanor watched him go, her hands clenching into fists.

Wasn't it common knowledge that powerful clans attached great importance to their heirs?

And yet Brian was insisting that she have an abortion

Was there really no way she could Leverage her child?

Just then, her assistant, Moira entered.

“Eleanor, are you pregnant with Mr. Hughes’ child?"

Eleanor's lips twitched. Her hands moved to her belly as she lay back on the bed, neither admitting nor denying the speculation

Moira continued to prattle on to herself.

"Are you two getting married soon? Eleanor, you know that the Hughes family is the most powerful force in Wragos. Once you become Mr. Hughes’ wife, no one will dare to look down on you again.”

Eleanor's heart skipped a beat, and a renewed determination surged in her chest.

Right!

She still had one golden ticket to force Brian's hand!

What was the point of being touted as the best actress if she couldn't even use her talent to her advantage?