Con artist

Revelations and celebrations

The news of Hannah's pregnancy brought an unexpected burst of joy into Elijah's life. He threw himself into organizing a grand baby shower, eager to celebrate the arrival of his daughter. The venue was elegantly decorated with balloons, flowers, and soft music playing in the background. Elijah's enthusiasm was evident as he greeted the guests, his face lit up with genuine happiness.Elijah gathered everyone around for a special announcement. "Thank you all for coming today," he said, his voice filled with excitement. "Hannah and I are thrilled to share that we're expecting a baby girl!"The guests cheered and clapped, their voices blending with the soft hum of conversation. Elijah then presented a list of ten names for their daughter:1. Amelia2. Bella3. Clara4. Daisy5. Emma6. Fiona7. Grace8. Hazel9. Ivy10. JuliaHannah smiled warmly at Elijah. "I think Clara is a beautiful choice. It has a lovely ring to it."Elijah nodded in agreement. "Clara it is, then. I'm so excited to welcome our little girl into the world."The guests applauded, and the celebration continued with a sense of joy and anticipation. Elijah and Hannah mingled with their friends and family, their happiness apparent.---Meanwhile, at Pierre's mansion, Victor was struggling with the weight of his emotions. After wrestling with his feelings, he decided to confront Pierre about the future of both me and the baby."Father," Victor began, his tone serious, "I need to ask you something important. After Natasha gives birth to Daniel, will you have her killed?"Pierre looked at Victor with a mix of curiosity and indifference. "Why do you ask? Do you care about her?"Victor's face was earnest. "Yes, I do. I've grown to love Natasha, and I can't bear the thought of her being killed."Pierre's expression remained impassive. "If you love her, you must understand that decisions will be made based on what's best for the family. So, will you accept the consequences of your feelings?"Victor was taken aback by the lack of a direct answer. "I need to know, Pierre. Will she be killed or not?"Pierre's gaze was cold. "Yes or no, Victor?"Victor's voice trembled with urgency. "Please, just tell me."Pierre's response was terse. "Yes. Natasha's fate is decided by her usefulness, not by your affection."Victor's heart sank. "Then there's nothing I can do?"Pierre's face softened slightly. "You may attempt to change things, but it will be difficult. My decisions are final."---At the baby shower, Hannah and Elijah found a quiet moment to discuss their future. "Hannah," Elijah said, taking her hand, "I'm really looking forward to this new chapter. But there are things we need to discuss."Hannah smiled, squeezing his hand. "Of course, Elijah. What's on your mind?""I want us to be ready for this baby," Elijah said, his voice earnest. "I want to make sure we're both committed to giving her the best life possible."Hannah's smile widened. "We'll do everything we can. I'm excited to start this family with you."---In another corner of the venue, Elijah's parents, Pastor David and Grace, had their own conversation. "David," Grace said quietly, "do you think this marriage is the right decision for Elijah?"Pastor David looked contemplative. "It's complicated, Grace. I'm concerned about how this situation has unfolded. But if Elijah is happy, we must support him."Grace nodded. "I hope he finds the peace he's looking for. It's just so hard to see him in this situation."Pastor David sighed. "We must trust that things will work out in the end. Our role now is to be there for him."---Back at the mansion, the emotional tension between Victor and me continued to build. One evening, Victor came to my room, his demeanor serious but filled with emotion."Natasha," Victor said softly, "I've been meaning to tell you something. I've fallen in love with you."I looked at him, surprised but touched. "Victor, I didn't expect this. But I care deeply for you as well."Victor took a step closer, his eyes earnest. "I want us to find a way out of this situation. I can't bear the thought of losing you."As he spoke, his hand found its way to my waist, and our lips met in a kiss filled with both passion and tenderness. The kiss deepened as our emotions took over, and I felt a profound connection that I had longed for.Victor pulled back slightly, his gaze filled with hope. "Natasha, we need to be careful. We'll find a way to change our fate."I nodded, my heart both hopeful and apprehensive. "I want to believe that. But we must tread carefully. Pierre will not take kindly to any disruption."Victor nodded, his resolve clear. "We'll navigate this together."