Chapter 6 On the day of the Bennett family's banquet , Kenton brought Ariella back to the Bennett's mansion with him . As always , he had carefully prepared gifts for the elders and spent the drive giving her instructions in camest . However , Ariella's face remained expressionless . The truth was , Kenton's devotion to her had once made him forbid her from risking childbirth a decision th caused the entire Bennett family to resent her . Yet no one seemed to consider that she , too , longed for the chance to be a mother . It was never her choice to remain childless ; it was his . She adored children , but because of her love for Kenton , she gave up the chance to become a mother and endured the sharp , unkind words of his family . And despite all this , he still went and fell for another woman . Now , at least , there would be no more conflict - neither for him nor for the Bennetts . She would step aside , leaving him free to be with Marisa . So , when Ariella entered the house and found Marisa sitting on the sofa , her expression stayed composed . Kenton , however , was visibly shaken . His gaze darted toward Ariella , his brows furrowed , and his voice turned cold . " Why are you here ? Who invited you ? " Kenton asked Marisa . Marisa looked startled , half - rising to her feet , only to be gently pressed back down by Kenton's stepmother , Joanna Bennett , Joanna chided , " Kent , don't be so harsh . I invited Mari . She's about to bring a child into our Bennett family , so of course , she should be part of this banquet . " Kenton's gaze immediately flicked to Ariella , worry flashing across his face . He quickly snapped back in protest . 06:12 Chapter 6 788 Vouchers " What do you mean , bring a child into our Bennett family " ? Even if there's a child , they'll live with me and Ella , and they'll call Ella ' Mom . ' Don't make decisions without me . Send her away - now , " Marisa's eyes instantly welled with tears . She bit her lip and rose . " I ... I should just go ... " " Why are you leaving ? " Joanna pulled her back , then turned a sharp glare on Ariella . " Kent , how can you say such a thing ? Isn't Mari the child's real mother ? How could anyone accept a Bennett child being raised without their own mother ? " Ariella's palm tightened into a list , her nails cutting deep into her skin . The sharp sting was the only thing keeping her steady , helping her hold her composure . " Enough ! " Kenton's voice cracked through the room like a whip . " The child hasn't even been conceived yet . Why are you all acting as if it's already here ? I've already agreed to continue the Bennett bloodline - that alone is a huge concession . The rest is my business . Stay out of it ! " Marisa . who had been barely holding back her tears , finally broke down , her sobs spilling out in trembling waves . " Mr. Bennett ... actually ... I've been pregnant for a month . " The words struck Ariella like a bolt of lightning , leaving her frozen , her whole body chilled . She watched Kenton whirl around , his face contorted with a storm of emotions he couldn't disguise . " When did this happen ? " His voice was taut , strained . " Why didn't you tell me first ? " " Yesterday ... I only just found out , " Marisa whispered . Ariella almost laughed at the absurdity . The crushing weight that had been smothering her heart suddenly collapsed , leaving her oddly light , almost relieved . " Since you're pregnant , then have the baby , " Ariella said , her own voice startlingly calm . " I won't stand in the way . Kenton , let's divorce . " " Divorce ? " Kenton's sharp interruption rang with panic , his eyes flashing with fear . " Ella , do you even know what you are saying ?" He seized Ariella's hand in both of his , his voice low but burning with urgency . " I told you 06:12 Chapter 6 288 Vouchers from the beginning - she's only a means to an end . The only one I love is you . Once the baby is born , I'll send her away . I'll never fall for her . How could I ever divorce you for her ? " The raw confession was more than Marisa could bear . Tears streaming down her face , she broke into sobs and fled , disappearing into the rain . Kenton's face darkened , and without thinking , he bolted after her . Ariella hesitated only a moment before grabbing an umbrella and following them into the storm . Through the sheets of rain , she saw Marisa sobbing helplessly in Kenton's arms , her voice breaking with desperation . " I've always told myself not to fall in love with you , but I can't help it . No one has ever treated me the way you have - granting every wish , making me feel like a princess . I don't dare hope for much . I just beg you , please don't send me away . I won't interfere with you and Ms. Glyn . Just being able to watch from afar , to see you and the baby . would be enough to make me happy . " Hearing her plea , Kenton's resolve faltered . Compassion flickered in his eyes as he gently brushed the rain and tears from her face . " Who said I'd send you abroad ? That was just to put Ella's mind at ease . Haven't you realized my true feelings after all this time ? I told you - once the baby is born , you'll live in comfort , and you'll see me every day . " Silly , you're pregnant , and still you run out into the rain ? Do you want to drive me to worry myself sick ? " Chapter 7 12 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!