Chapter 632

Sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows as Vivian Laurent sat on the sofa scrolling through property listings on her tablet.

Finn Deross leaned in curiously, his nose almost touching the screen. "Master Zero, why are you suddenly looking at overseas properties?"

"To live in," Vivian replied without looking up.

Her finger paused on a Nordic-style villa. White exterior walls, panoramic windows, surrounded by lush woods.

"You're leaving the country? When?" Finn's eyes widened.

Lucas Lefèvre set down his coffee cup. "Isn't it too early to buy a retirement home, Vivian?"

"It's not for retirement." Vivian gently touched her abdomen. "I'll move in a few months."

"But that's right before New Year's!" Finn exclaimed.

Vivian arched an eyebrow. "Can't celebrate abroad? Perfect for avoiding winter." She turned the tablet toward Lucas. "This one."

Lucas nodded, making a note. His gaze lingered as Vivian briefly hovered over baby product pages.

"Lucas, come here." Vivian stood abruptly.

Finn immediately protested. "Master! What can't I hear?"

"Many things," Vivian said mercilessly.

She knew her apprentice too well. If Finn found out, the entire circle would know within three days.

"Remember, no one can know about this purchase. Not even your uncle." Vivian narrowed her eyes. "Or else—"

"Expulsion from the sect..." Finn mumbled dejectedly but couldn't resist craning his neck.

Vivian led Lucas to the balcony. A breeze swept past as she took a deep breath.

"I'm pregnant."

Lucas nearly dropped the tablet. "Wh-what?"

"Almost four months." Vivian's voice remained calm. "Ethan Roscente's child."

Lucas swallowed hard. "Does he know?"

"No, and he won't." Vivian gazed into the distance. "I'm keeping this baby."

"The villa is for the pregnancy. And the baby supplies..." Her tone softened.

Lucas immediately straightened. "Leave it to me."

"Thank you." Vivian smiled. "Isabella says she wants you both as godparents."

"The honor is mine." Lucas pledged solemnly. "I'll protect this child with my life."

Vivian patted his shoulder. "Don't be so serious. You should think about yourself too—find a nice girl—"

"There isn't one." Lucas cut her off. "My only wish is to protect you."

Vivian shook her head helplessly. "By the way, Ethan followed me to the hospital today."

Lucas's eyes turned sharp.

"He thought it was just a checkup." Vivian lowered her voice. "He must never find out."

"Understood." Lucas clenched his fists. "I'll handle everything."

In the distance, Finn pressed against the glass door, his face screaming "I'm dying to know."