He then let everyone continue to enjoy those dishes, diffusing the tension.

Laura initially believed that Morrison genuinely held the opinion that she couldn't tolerate mutton, and that Larkin was simply talking nonsense.

But then Morrison's actions caused her to reconsider her perspective.

She was reassigned to the group responsible for answering phones.

She only needed to answer the phone calls.

Clearly, Morrison was looking out for her.

Seizing an opportunity, Laura asked Morrison, “Why did you change my job?"

“You're pregnant, and I didn't want you exposed to those unpleasant scenes," he replied calmly.

Laura hadn't anticipated such a direct response.

She felt awkward.

“Larkin has been with the team for a long time. He's been a forensic expert for over thirty years. He won't talk nonsense," Morrison explained. Initially, he had believed Larkin's words, but he intended to put Laura at ease.

Laura was overwhelmed with embarrassment.

Experiencing this emotion for the first time.

Laura was consumed by a profound sense of shame.

She had wrestled with her decision for several days, unable to reach a clear conclusion.

Ultimately, Laura made the decision to undergo an abortion.

It appeared that Morrison had anticipated her decision.

One day, when she was going to the hospital, he intervened, questioning her decision, “Are you really going to end a life like this?"

Laura remained silent.

Her thoughts were clear in her heart.