Husband With Benefits
Chapter 359: Arabelle’s Plan

Chapter 359: Arabelle’s Plan

"Mr. Frost, please wait outside. I’d like a word with Mrs. Frost before I begin the ultrasound," the doctor calmly requested, gesturing towards the door.

Gabe met the doctor’s gaze briefly, his eyes scanning the room before he nodded and turned to step outside, leaving a lingering touch on Arabelle’s hand.

"Don’t go," Arabelle pleaded, her voice sweet and gentle, her grip on his hand tender.

Gabe gently caressed her wrist and reassured her, "I’m not going anywhere, Arabelle. I’ll be right outside. Just a quick chat with the doctor, and I’ll be back."

"Then, you won’t go very far? I want to catch a first glimpse of our child with you," she insisted, her tone carrying warmth and anticipation.

Gabe paused, sensing the sweetness in her voice, "Of course, Arabelle. Let the doctor interview you, and then I’ll come back. Okay?"

Arabelle nodded slowly, her demeanor softening as Gabe left the room. Once alone, she laid back on the examination table, closing her eyes, and whispered to herself, "What do you want to know, doctor? Gabe can always be with me. I have nothing to hide from him."

"That is good, Mrs. Frost. I’ll summon him in a moment. Until then, if you could just move your clothing, I’ll apply some gel. Once you’re set, we can summon Mr. Frost back, right?" the doctor said, maintaining a professional tone.

Silence enveloped the room, broken only by a soft rustling sound as the doctor helped Arabelle with the sheet. Arabelle smiled slightly and nodded, "Alright, doctor. Do what you must."

The doctor gently applied the gel to her stomach, questioning Arabelle softly, "Mrs. Frost, there is no baby. In the future..."

Suddenly, Arabelle’s sweet demeanor vanished, and her voice turned icy, "Doctor, I’ll take care of my problems. Do what I’ve told you to do. Understand?"

"But, Mrs. Frost, if you don’t start showing in a few weeks, Mr. Frost will realize that something is underfoot. How will you bring a child into this?" the doctor hesitated, sensing the shift in Arabelle’s tone.

"Mind your own business, doctor, and do what I tell you. There’s no need to think so much. Now, did you bring the video?" Arabelle cut in, her eyes narrowing with a menacing glint, the contrast stark between her sweet facade with Gabe and the intimidating presence she projected now.

The doctor nodded quickly," Yes, ma’am. It is already in the machine."

"Good. And remember our lines."

The doctor acknowledged with a tight-lipped smile, as she summoned Gabe back into the room. The doctor, with feigned enthusiasm, directed Gabe’s attention to the ultrasound screen. "Mr. and Mrs. Frost, allow me to show you the first glimpse of your baby."

With that she placed the wand on Arabelle’s stomach, moving it about slowly. As a little heart beat sounded and a blurry image appeared on the screen, Arabelle smiled softly, looking at Gabe with tears in her eyes," Gabe? Did you see that? Did you hear that? That’s our baby, Gabe."

Gabe smiled widely as he cupped her cheek and agreed," Hmm. That’s our baby." As Arabelle closed her eyes and rubbed her cheek against his hand, she failed to notice the lack of emotion in Gabe’s eyes.

After the display on the screen concluded, the doctor congratulated them, "Congratulations again, Mr. and Mrs. Frost. You’re going to be parents. You can take a moment to celebrate and then I’d like a word with Mr. Frost."

Gabe nodded with concern but he was soon distracted by Arabelle who threw herself into his arms, hugging him tightly. "I’m so happy, Gabe. Our little family is starting."

Gabe pulled back, cupping Arabelle’s face in his hands, "I love you, Arabelle. I can’t wait to meet our baby."

Arabelle nodded and complained," I want to celebrate today. We’ll do that, today, Gabe! You promise."

"Of course we’ll celebrate together, Arabelle. Now, the guards are all waiting outside. Why don’t you go wait with them in the car, while I’ll go have a word with the doctor?"

"Alright, Gabe. But come back soon. I don’t like staying away from you."

Gabe nodded, gently sending her outside with a small smile as he said," I don’t like that either. I’ll be there soon."

As Arabelle exited, Gabe’s expression shifted from the façade of excitement to cold steel. Slowly, he stepped towards the curtain, his eyes intently staring there. Just as he would have pulled the curtain away, the door reopened and a separate doctore stepped inside.

Finding Gabe standing there, she questioned him," Yes?"

Gabe shook his head," Nothing doctor. I was just leaving."

As Gabe walked in to see the doctor, she looked at him, "Mr. Frost, there’s something important I need to discuss with you."

"What is it, doctor?"

The doctor hesitated for a moment before carefully choosing his words, "I’ve noticed some irregularities in Mrs. Frost’s examination. It’s crucial that we address them sooner rather than later."

Gabe’s expression shifted from concern to a mix of worry and determination. "Irregularities? What do you mean?"

The doctor leaned in, his voice lowered, "Mr. Frost, I recommend additional tests to ensure the health and safety of both Mrs. Frost and the baby. This is a delicate matter, and we need to act swiftly."

Gabe’s worry deepened, but he nodded firmly, "Tell me what we need to do. I’ll do anything to make sure they’re both okay."

The doctor nodded, "I appreciate your understanding. Let’s discuss the details and potential courses of action. For now please make sure that she gains adequate rest and she is not agitated for any reason. You need to cater to any demands that she might have. Even if they seem unreasonable. Her mental condition has been unstable and this time it is even more crucial with the way her hormones are changing."

"I’ll do whatever it takes to ensure Arabelle and the baby are safe," he asserted, his jaw set with unwavering resolve as he nodded.

As Gabe walked out of the office, he glimpsed a man walking into the ultrasound room on the opposite side and turned away.

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