My Precious Family 3 [Jenlisa]

Chapter 413: Spoilage

One week later...

Jennie didn't need to do everything to move into the old residence. She only had to stay in and everyone else would do the job for her. Since this was only a temporary setup, she only needed some of her clothes and some things.     

Lisa always spoiled her even before, but with her pregnancy, everyone was also spoiling her. From food, Chittip made sure Jennie would eat only nutritious foods. Grandma Manoban would also spend some time with her in the garden, teaching her how to knit as Jennie picked up that hobby not long ago.     

To help Lisa, Marco took some minor work, even though he was already retired. In this way, Lisa didn't have to bury himself at work and could go home to his wife without worry. Even though Jevin had already started school, he never left his mother's side whenever he came home from school.    

Gifts from relatives continuously came when they got wind of Jennie's pregnancy. It had only been a week since they discovered a child in her womb and yet, so many things happened. Not that Jennie had complaints about it.     

She felt spoiled and loved, and she was certain these emotions were also affecting the child growing in her womb.     

"I still can't believe a life is growing inside me." Jennie gazed down as she touched her stomach, still in disbelief at the thought of carrying a child. "Everything still felt surreal."    

"This isn't your first pregnancy."    

Jennie looked up at the person sitting across from her in the garden. Her eyes instantly landed on the gorgeous Irene Bae, who came to visit her friend.    

"But well, I guess the first one was abrupt." Irene cupped her cheek, smiling. "I came to check on you because I was a bit worried, but seeing you now, I guess I was worried about nothing."    

"Why are you worried about me?" Jennie chuckled. "Mom and Dad had been supporting us, and Grandma always gave me time to accompany me. Jevy is also growing protective of his little brother or sister, and Lucas had been on the watch."    

"I was worried because Eric also lives here." Irene didn't beat around the bush. "Although Lisa, Lucas, and Eric practically grew up together, it's always been a disaster. Especially during their teenage days. That's why I was worried."    

Jennie's smile softened. "Thank you, but don't you trust my husband? I'm sure you know him well. He wouldn't let me stay in a place that would affect me negatively."    

"I know, but can you blame me?" Irene let out a short chuckle, blinking ever so tenderly. "Gosh. Most of the people my age were either married or engaged. And here I am, still single."    

"You can always get married if you want to." Jennie reached for the glass of fresh juice, sipping through the straw. "It's just that you chose not to."    

Irene burst out in laughter.    

"Why?" Jennie tilted her head to the side. "Am I wrong?"    

"No. You are correct." Irene shook her head as her laughter subsided. "Anyway, how's the check-up?"    

"Well, we went to the clinic the day after I tested the pregnancy tests. Everything is looking great. She advised me not to do too much work. That's why you saw me lazing around." Jennie grinned. "To be honest, I'm glad you came. Mom and Dad had to go out for a while and Grandma had to take a nap after taking her medicine."    

Irene smiled in satisfaction. "Good thing I came and followed my heart. I guess this is what they call friendship."    

"Haha. I guess."    

Both women chuckled, chatting about Jennie's experience over the past week. It was strange for Jennie that right after discovering her pregnancy; she started experiencing symptoms like morning sickness, nausea, and breast tenderness.     

"I remember how Lisa panicked and wanted to rush me to the hospital when I had my first-morning sickness..." Jennie trailed off as her eyes veered to the maid, who was approaching them.     

Curious, Irene followed where Jennie was staring. As soon as she did, her eyes landed on a familiar maid Irene hadn't seen in a long time.    

"Hi, Miss Bae." The old maid grinned politely at Irene, placing down the tray on the table.     

"Mrs. Deng, it's been a while," said Irene with a smile. "I haven't seen you in a while!"    

"Hehe. I was stationed in the master's old residence," Mrs. Deng, the head maid in Lisa's mansion, explained. "I was called here to assist everyone due to the young madam's condition."    

"Ohh..." Irene rocked her head in understanding, raising her brows as Mrs. Deng continued to chat with her, but not with Jennie. When she glanced at Jennie, all she saw was Jennie sipping her juice nonchalantly.     

"I made your favorite juice when I heard you are here, Miss Bae." Irene snapped her eyes back to Mrs. Deng. "Tell me if you need anything."    

"Thank you, Mrs. Deng."    

Mrs. Deng bowed politely and then simply cast Jennie a slight bow before she left. When the head maid was out of sight, Irene faced Jennie squarely.    

"What's the matter with you two?" she asked without going around in a circle. "Are you on bad terms with Mrs. Deng?"    

"Huh?" Jennie cocked her head to the side. "That's weird. If I had problems with her, she wouldn't be here. Also, I'm sorry to say this, but I don't like how you worded that sentence as if I have to be on her good side."    

Irene opened her mouth, but her voice didn't come out. "Sorry about that. It's just that I've known her for a very long time, and even though she isn't like Dara, she is quite sweet. I'm just surprised by the subtlety she displayed."    

"Not my problem." Jennie shrugged. "I don't want to stress myself and my child over someone like her."    

"I see..." Irene pressed her lips into a thin but didn't dwell on it.     

"Anyway, there's actually something I'm curious about." Jennie changed the topic, staying away from the bad energy at the thought of Mrs. Deng. "How was the diamond venture going? Lisa would tell me about it every once in a while, but I want to know your perspective on it."    

Irene blinked. "I didn't know you were interested in it."    

"Anything my husband does interests me."    

"Haha." Irene chuckled, looking up as she pondered about it. Since Jennie was Lisa's wife, he didn't find the need to hide anything, since there wasn't anything much about it so far.     

As Irene told Jennie everything she knew about this business venture, Jennie was observing someone else from the corner of her eyes: Mrs. Deng.