Chapter 23 The voices in the cafe gradually died down . Just then , the door was pushed open again . Julia hooked her arm through Calvin's as they entered . Her eyes sparkled as she led him toward the counter , chattering away about what seemed to be her favorite flavor . " Their cream puffs are so delicious . You have to try one , " she said . Calvin couldn't resist her enthusiasm and ended up ordering cream puffs and coffee with her . As they looked around for a seat , his gaze met Keith's directly . This was the first time Julia had ever seen Keith in that state . Dark coffee had soaked through his hair , dripping from the ends onto his white shirt . The moment their eyes met , his gaze flickered with panic as he tried to look away . Since he was sitting directly across from them , he had nowhere to hide . " Jules … " Keith forced a smile and started to greet them . But the moment he called her name , she had already looked elsewhere . Julia pretended as if she hadn't seen anything and pulled Calvin toward the other side of the cafe . Soon , they disappeared into the crowd . A bitter taste spread across Keith's tongue , and his vision suddenly blurred . His eyes stung , and he instinctively raised his hand to wipe them , only to realize coffee had gotten in his eyes . He let out a soft , self - deprecating laugh as he ridiculed himself for being such a delusional fool and a dreamer . Julia had told him countless times that she hated him and wanted nothing to do with him . How could he possibly expect her to sit down and have an everyday conversation with him ? Soon enough , even these brief run - ins would disappear altogether . Keith stood up numbly and walked out of the cafe . Sunlight fell across his shoulders , and when he looked up , the glare was so bright he couldn't open his eyes . The gossip from earlier suddenly echoed in his mind , and he let out another bitter laugh . They were right , after all . He was the one who hadn't known how to cherish what he had . In the second year after Julia and Calvin's wedding , both families decided to organize a family gathering . It was a small group , but the atmosphere around the dinner table was warm and pleasant . Calvin thoughtfully ladled a bowl of soup and placed it in front of Julia . " Here's your favorite seafood bisque . " Seeing the young couple's affection , the elders from both families were quite satisfied . Chapter 23 2/3 Julia still felt a bit awkward being so close to Calvin in front of the elders , but she had to admit she appreciated this kind of care . She scooped the soup and was about to take a sip when the usually pleasant aroma suddenly carried a fishy smell that made her stomach churn . Her expression changed , and she hurriedly got up and rushed to the bathroom . The sudden turn of events left everyone stunned . Seeing her intense reaction , they all became concerned . " What's wrong ? Calvin , check on her quickly . If she's sick , we need to get her to the hospital right away . " He was just as confused . But after hearing that , he quickly followed after Julia . When he reached the bathroom , Julia was still throwing up . Her stomach had been empty for a while , but the nauseous feeling just wouldn't subside . Both families rushed her to the hospital , going from gastroenterology to obstetrics , until they finally got their answer . Looking at the positive result on the test , Calvin could hardly believe it . He kept asking the doctor to confirm it several times until the doctor finally grew impatient and started ushering them out . " Yes , she is pregnant - six weeks along . Morning sickness is completely normal . There's nothing to worry about . Just pay attention to her diet , and don't be too anxious about it . Treat it normally . Okay , next ! " The group had arrived full of worry and left beaming with joy . Julia became the center of attention for both families . She experienced the meticulous care from three elders and felt somewhat helpless . She was just pregnant , but these people were acting like they were facing a major crisis . After another prenatal checkup , she stood with her now - showing belly , lifting her chin as she fought for some freedom . " Did you hear that ? The doctor said as long as I don't binge eat , everything should be based on what makes me feel good . I want ice cream , so go buy me some , " she commanded with such righteousness that Calvin could only nod repeatedly . " Okay . I'll buy some . Wait here for me . But we agreed that you can't overeat . " Only after she nodded did he feel comfortable leaving . Julia stood there waiting , but suddenly someone appeared in front of her . She looked up to see Keith's face . His gaze fell on her slightly rounded belly , and he seemed stunned . " How far along ? " His voice was somewhat hoarse . Perhaps due to hormonal changes , she felt her emotions had improved considerably since becoming pregnant . When she saw him , she could actually have an everyday conversation with him . Since he was only asking a question , she didn't hide anything . " A little over three months . " Chapter 23 3/3 She lowered her head and gently caressed her belly , her features already glowing with the warmth of maternal love . Just as he was about to say something more , Calvin returned with an ice cream cone . Seeing that , Julia lost interest in continuing the conversation and happily walked toward her husband . Behind them , Keith watched their retreating figures as they walked shoulder to shoulder , lost in their own playful world . The question " Are you happy now ? " died on his lips before he could voice it . Julia was happy , and maybe that was all that mattered . His eyes suddenly burned with the threat of tears as an old wound reopened in his chest . They had once shared a child too , but he had failed so completely as a father that she'd had a miscarriage . Perhaps it had always been destiny's way of showing him that he and Julia were never meant to be together . M