Chapter 33 Surprise , Surprise +25 BONUS I thoughtfully continued , " But I must admit I'm ashamed . Matthew knows how to play the game and treats you well , right ? Hidden bonuses and all . That's how he gains people's loyalty . " " Sis , you shouldn't say that . I.I ... " Johnson wiped the sweat from his forehead . 1 " Oh , I haven't seen your wife in a while . How's she doing ? I should visit her sometime ! " I casually changed the topic , " They say pregnancy clouds the mind for three years . Ava's already four , and I'm still clueless , huh ? Many people around me have moved on . I guess that's my fault . " 2 " My wife's doing great . She's pregnant . " Johnson wiped his sweaty face again , flashing a sheepish grin , " Thanks for your concern . " " Oh , she's pregnant ? That's wonderful news ! It must be exciting since you'll be a dad soon , " I feigned excitement , " How far along is she ? " " Six months . Haha , " Johnson laughed nervously . " Great ! " I nodded . " Well , you better treasure it . " 1 My tone carried a suggestive playfulness , the hidden meaning clear in my words . My intense gaze shook Johnson as he stammered , " C - Chlo , I ... " I redirected my gaze and asked , " Who's the new woman in Matthew's life ? " The sudden question caught Johnson off guard , and he stood up from the couch . " Chlo , I don't know ! " " You ... don't ... know ? " I emphasized each word , my expression growing colder . 1 . " I ... " " Who is that woman , John ? " I pressed Johnson again , my tone insistent .