Chapter 1288 Ambition

In the meantime, Nicole glanced down at her arm, where Chloe's arm was linked with hers. A warm
smile spread across her face in response to Chloe's gesture. In a light-hearted tone, she quickly
explained, "I have a ton of clothes in my closet. They're new, so I don't have to buy anything." This was
the reason she had been reluctant to join Chloe outside.

"No. You're getting a hot dress today. How are you supposed to face everyone otherwise?" Chloe's
animated demeanor was a pleasant departure from her usual self. As she spoke, she tightened her grip
on Nicole's arm, afraid she might suddenly slip away. I'll be in trouble if that happens, she thought to
herself.

"Is this necessary?" Nicole felt lighthearted, relishing the opportunity to tease her. Seeing Chloe this
animated was a rarity, so she seized the chance to play around.

"Of course. We must let the other employee know that we're rich," Chloe asserted confidently as she
pinched Nicole's face.

Nicole might be Chloe's boss, but they were good friends. Only Chloe could address her by her first
name; others were confined to "Miss Anderson." Although Nicole wasn't fond of formality, rules were
necessary to maintain order. If they had no rules, the place would've been in shambles.

Amused, Nicole stifled her laughter as Chloe realized she was being teased, and she delivered a light
swat to Nicole's backside—avoiding other sensitive areas. Nevertheless, Nicole's current mischief
didn't obscure that she was two months pregnant.

Then, Chloe's gaze softened as she affectionately caressed Nicole's belly. "Almost three months."



The research center's employees adored children, but the prospect of childbirth daunted Chloe. The
courage it took to endure labor was beyond her. Thus, she respected Nicole, who willingly embraced
the painful process, all for a man's sake. Indeed, that was for Colton—a decent man if he didn't have a
child with Evelyn.

Meanwhile, her mind seemed to drift as she caressed Nicole's belly. Noticing Chloe's distraction, Nicole
suppressed her laughter. "Someone's spacing out."

After hearing this, Chloe snapped back and shook her head. "I wasn't. Now pick whatever you like,
Nicole. We'll buy everything."

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