Busy Days and a Strange Order

Late at night, Victor sat alone in his study, bent over the mountain of official documents piled before him.

Just as he was fully absorbed in writing, a faint sound came from the door—it was gently pushed open without warning.

Victor slowly looked up at the sound, and his gaze met Veronica's at the doorway.

She carefully held an exquisite tray in her hands, upon which sat several delicately made pastries that gave off an enticing aroma.

Victor hurriedly rose from his seat and strode over, taking the tray steadily from her hands before gently placing it on the desk.

Once everything was settled, he could not help but softly complain to his wife, "Darling, why did you have to do such a trivial thing yourself? There are so many servants in the house who could help."

Veronica smiled slightly at that, covering her cherry lips with one hand as she replied coquettishly, "Oh, Victor, you worry too much! Look at me, I'm perfectly healthy now! Besides, I'm only bringing a late-night snack to my beloved husband. Why trouble the servants over something like that?"

Faced with such an understanding, playful, and adorable wife, Victor could only sigh helplessly. Then, he gently supported Veronica as he led her to the sofa to rest.

At this moment, Veronica's swollen belly was already quite obvious. She had only been pregnant for five months!

At first, Victor had worried greatly over this for some time. But after a thorough examination and diagnosis by the medical team, they ultimately concluded that Veronica was most likely carrying twins!

The news was like a bombshell, causing a huge stir throughout the household. Everyone's faces were filled with irrepressible joy; yet in stark contrast to his family's delight, Victor was secretly plagued by worry.

Although Veronica had