Chapter 53 Chapter 53
Savannah woke up to the sound of gentle knocking on her door. She rubbed her eyes slowly, still half asleep. “Come in,” she said softly.
A maid entered with a bright smile. “Good morning, ma’am. Mr. Adrian asked us to get you ready. He wants to show you something.”
Savannah blinked in surprise. “Show me something?”
“Yes, ma’am. He said you’ll love it.”
Savannah sat up, still wondering what Adrian was planning. The maid helped her pick a simple gown that fit her seven-month belly comfortably. She tied her hair in a bun and looked at herself in the mirror. She smiled a little. Her face looked fuller, healthier. It had been long since she saw herself looking this calm.
After getting ready, she stepped outside. Adrian was already waiting in the living room, holding a small smile. He looked handsome as always, dressed in a black shirt and blue jeans.
“You’re ready?” he asked.
Savannah nodded shyly. “Yes. But where are we going?”
“You’ll see soon,” he said, standing up and walking toward the door.
She followed him outside, the cool morning breeze brushing her skin. The car was already parked, and the driver opened the door for her. Savannah climbed in carefully, her hands resting on her belly.
The ride was quiet, but peaceful. Adrian glanced at her once in a while, checking if she was fine. Savannah looked through the window, watching trees and buildings pass by. She wondered what he was up to this time.
After a short drive, they stopped in front of a big baby store. The building was shiny, with colorful decorations and posters of smiling babies. Savannah’s eyes widened.
“Adrian…” she said slowly. “Why are we here?”
He smiled a little. “Because it’s time to get ready for your baby. We need to buy everything you’ll need.”
Savannah froze for a moment. “You already bought so much before. You don’t need to—”
“I didn’t buy everything,” he said gently. “Now you’ll choose what you like.”
Tears filled her eyes. She didn’t know what to say. No one had ever done something like this for her.
They went inside together. The staff greeted Adrian respectfully, clearly recognizing him. He told them to give Savannah anything she wanted.
Savannah walked slowly around the store, touching tiny baby clothes, blankets, toys, and bottles. She smiled like a child seeing a dream come true.
She picked a small white baby dress and held it close to her chest. “This one looks so soft,” she said, her voice trembling a little.
Adrian nodded, smiling. “Then we’ll take it.”
She looked at him with teary eyes. “You don’t have to do all this for me.”
“I know,” he said simply. “But I want to.”
Savannah blinked fast, fighting back her tears. She turned away, pretending to look at more baby things. Every little item reminded her that a new life was coming. For the first time, she didn’t feel scared — she felt ready.
By the time they left the store, the car was filled with baby items. Savannah sat beside Adrian, her hands on her belly, her eyes watery again.
“Why are you crying?” he asked softly.
She shook her head and smiled. “These are happy tears. I just can’t believe someone like you exists. You don’t even know me that well, yet you care so much.”
Adrian looked at her. “You don’t need to know someone for years before caring for them. Sometimes, you just know when someone deserves better.”
Savannah’s heart melted. She turned her face away shyly, not wanting him to see the blush on her cheeks.
When they got home, the maids rushed to help carry the bags. Savannah stood at the entrance, watching as they arranged the baby things in one of the rooms. She felt her chest tighten with emotion. The room looked so beautiful — full of hope, color, and warmth.
Adrian stood beside her. “Do you like it?”
Savannah turned to him and nodded slowly. “It’s perfect.”
He smiled softly. “Good. You deserve the best.”
Her throat tightened again. “Thank you,” she whispered.
He looked at her for a moment, then said, “Rest now. You need it. The baby will be here soon.”
She smiled and nodded, walking back to her room. But when she reached her bed, she sat down and started crying again — not out of sadness, but because her heart was full.
She remembered the days she had nothing. The nights she cried alone, praying for help. And now, she was living in a mansion, treated with care, surrounded by peace.
Maybe God hadn’t forgotten her after all.
Later that evening, she sat near the window, watching the sunset. The sky was orange and pink, the air quiet. Adrian passed by and saw her sitting there.
“Hey,” he said gently. “Mind if I join you?”
She smiled. “No, please sit.”
He sat beside her. They didn’t talk for a while. The moment felt calm, like their souls were finally breathing after holding too much pain.
Finally, Savannah said quietly, “You’ve changed my life, Adrian.”
He turned to her. “Maybe you’ve changed mine too.”
They both smiled, not needing to say more.
That night, Savannah slept peacefully. For the first time in a long time, she didn’t dream of pain or fear. She dreamed of holding her baby — and of Adrian standing beside her, smiling.