Broken Memories, Intertwined Hearts

Chapter 238

Camela looked at Ines with a heavy heart. She'd been in this family for a while, and they were nothing like the arrogant, high-and-mighty types she'd worked for before. The atmosphere was warm and pleasant. But now, with everything that had happened, she felt gutted.

"Lauren, I'm fine. Go and do your thing. Camela's here to keep me company," Ines didn't want to hold up Lauren.

Lauren squeezed Ines's hand with a smile, "You're still being polite now? We're family, you know. How could I go to work knowing you're going through all this? Missing a few days at the gallery is no big deal."

"Lauren," Ines looked at her.

"Sweetheart, have a bite to eat. You haven't had anything all day. Your two little ones must be starving," Lauren persuaded.

"Okay," Ines nodded. With her agreement, Camela happily brought out the food she had prepared from the kitchen. Ines began to eat, but it was as if she was going through the motions, not really tasting anything. Halfway through, she suddenly felt nauseous and rushed to the bathroom to throw up.

Lauren quickly followed, rubbing her shoulders and patting her back.

After throwing up, Ines felt weak, barely able to walk. Lauren helped her to bed and asked Camela, "Why is Izzy experiencing morning sickness again?"

"It stopped a while ago. I'm not sure why it's starting up again today. It might be because of the emotional ups and downs she's been on," Camela explained.

Lauren, gently stroking Ines's hair, asked, "Izzy, is there anything you feel like eating? I can go get it for you."

Ines shook her head, "I'm not hungry. I'm tired. I want to sleep."

Lauren nodded, not pushing her further. She tucked Ines in, "You just get some rest, Izzy. Don't worry about a thing. Camela and I are right outside if you need anything."

Ines, knowing they were worried about her, gave them a reassuring smile, "I'll be fine, guys. I'm a mom to two now. I won't torture myself." She cherished the lives she was carrying dearly.

Feeling slightly relieved, Lauren and Camela left the room, giving Ines some space.

"Camela, what can Izzy eat to help with the morning sickness?" Lauren asked.

"Mr Galeana gave me a secret recipe. Cut some papaya into small pieces and soak it in yogurt. She had that for a few days before, and it helped."

"Can you run out and grab some groceries? Just checked the fridge. We're pretty much out of food."

Camela nodded and left to go shopping. Còntens bel0ngs to Nô(v)elDr/a/ma.Org

By noon, Erica Meyer, Phillip Meyer, and Jacob Meyer had all arrived. Lauren, surprised, warmly invited them in.

Entering the living room, a photo of Ines and Ethan's wedding caught everyone's eye. Everyone sighed regretfully that Hunter would not be able to attend Ines's wedding or witness the birth of their children, leaving their wedding incomplete.

"Why are you all here? I've got this," Lauren was taken aback.

"With something this big, how could I not come?" Erica replied. She had wanted to come in the morning but had to deal with things at the Meyer Group and only managed to sneak away during her lunch break. She had been worried about Ines all day.

"How is Izzy? Is she okay?" Phillip asked, unusually serious.

Lauren shook her head, "She's not doing too well. She's really out of it. We managed to get her to eat a little bit, but then she threw up. She's resting now."

Upon hearing this, Phillip sighed, "That poor kid. Just as she was getting back on her feet in A City and reconciling with her father, this happens."

"Let's not worry too much since the matter has already happened. We just have to face it," said Jacob, who had just returned from work, still carrying his briefcase.

Erica couldn't help herself and quietly sneaked into the room. Seeing that Ines was not sleeping, her eyelashes fluttering slightly and her eyes moist, she softly asked, "Izzy, can't you sleep?"

Hearing Erica's voice, Ines couldn't help but open her eyes. Her voice was hoarse and a bit painful. Erica immediately poured her a glass of water, "Izzy, drink some water if your throat is uncomfortable."

Ines took the water and drank it down. Watching her, Erica's eyes welled up with tears.

"Do you need another glass?"

Ines said, "No, I feel much better now."

"Izzy, I don't know how to comfort you. I just hope you can recover soon and stop worrying us all."

"I'm sorry for making you all worry."

"We're family, Izzy. Don't say things like that. From now on, you can always rely on the Meyer family." With that, Erica hugged Ines.

Feeling the warmth of her embrace, Ines's nose tingled, and she started crying again. Erica gently stroked her hair, "Just let it all out, Izzy. Cry it all out."

Ines sobbed, "I don't have a mom or dad anymore."

"Honey, how can you possibly be without a mother? I'm your mom, Ethan's dad is your dad, we're all your closest family. You're not alone, you've got a hubby, and soon you'll have two little lovely children, and there are plenty of people around you backing you up."

Ines nodded vigorously in Erica's arms.

With Erica whispering into her ear, Ines drifted off to dreamland without realizing it. Erica knew Ines was really out this time. She gently wiped her face with a damp cloth, tucked her in, and left the bedroom.

Lauren looked at Erica, "Erica, you've got the magic touch. She's out like a light in a short time."