Deirdre raised her head in surprise and saw Declan's gentle expression. "Half of the reason you ended up with Brendan is due to my help. If Brendan is having an affair during your pregnancy, as Laura mentioned, I won't take his side even if I'm his best friend."

He did not show any sign of defending Brendan in his gaze. Deirdre had mixed feelings in her heart and wondered if this man was still the Declan she knew…

"Thank you, Mr. King."

"You don't have to thank me. We're friends. Go inside. I've assigned the maid to set up a room for you."

Deirdre followed them into the house. The maid was still bustling in the kitchen and came outside while wiping her hands on her apron after noticing the commotion. "Mr. King, Mrs. King, you're home. Ms. King should be home soon too. I shall prepare the last dinner course first so Ms. King can eat as soon as she's home."

"Alright."

Laura nodded and helped Declan to remove his tie. They chatted about work.

Deirdre felt her way to the sofa and s