I could have thrown the headlines in her face . Everyone in our circle knew that getting involved with her was social suicide , a public disgrace . But when I looked into her tear - filled eyes ... I folded . Looking back now , it feels like I willingly drank the poison she offered . Just then , the door opened . Mr. Carter walked in , holding the freshly printed , expedited report . His eyes met mine for a split second before he handed me the folder . My face was a mask of indifference as I flipped it open , my eyes jumping straight to the conclusion . Analysis Conclusion : The paternal relationship between Steven Smith and the child is supported . Probability of Paternity : 99.9999 % . 2 A poorly concealed smirk of triumph bloomed on my mother - in - law's face . She bustled over to my side , her voice loud enough for the whole room to hear . " See ? I told you ! Our Amanda would never do such a thing ! Now you can finally rest easy , Steven . " I understood immediately . My lips twisted into a silent , cold smile . They had come prepared . They were determined to play this game to the very end . Fine . If they wanted a performance , I would give them one . I let out a theatrical sigh of relief , forcing a warm smile as I looked at Amanda . " It seems I was overthinking things . I'm sorry to have put you through that . To make it up to you , I'll book the best postpartum wellness retreat in the city . And for the twine ! sa 14 19 ¡ Chapter 1 month welcoming gala , I'll have the papers drawn up to transfer 20 % of Smith Corporation's shares to them . A gift from their great- grandfather . " Amanda and her mother exchanged a flash of avarice . It was gone in an instant , but I saw it . Amanda quickly composed herself , her voice soft and sweet again . " Steven ... don't you think you owe me a little something too ? I'm craving that soup you make . " I paused , then nodded curtly before turning to leave without another word . It didn't even take half an hour . Mr. Carter's call came through , his voice a low , urgent murmur . " Mr. Smith , you'd just left when that man , Evan , slipped into the hospital room . They've ... they've named the children . The girl is Anya , and the boy is Emrys . " " Mrs. Vance has also formally adopted Evan . He's moving into the Vance estate . She said it would be ... more convenient for him to see Amanda in the future . " Anya and Emrys . Graceful Gaze and Forever Looking Back . Even their names were a monument to their sordid love affair .