Kris Cooper furrowed his brows slightly. Due to the previous rumors, the public still had some criticisms of Vera Wave.

He was a producer of "Flame" and had to appear at the premiere. If she didn’t accompany him, there was no telling what nonsense the journalists would write. However, considering she was currently pregnant, he really didn’t want her to attend such social engagements.

"I think I should go with you. We’ll just make an appearance and leave. Besides, it’s a chance to promote our Peacock River project; we might even sell more houses, right?" Sensing his hesitation, Vera hugged his arm. "What’s wrong? Afraid that if I come along, it’ll affect your flirting with other actresses?"

Kris Cooper raised an eyebrow. "Fine, let’s go together. But let me be clear: I’ve never flirted with anyone but you. It’s always others who flirt with me."

Vera laughed lightly. "Of course! My husband is the most handsome man in the world!"

"Good that you know," Kris squeezed her cheek. "Remember to keep a close watch on this husband of yours; don’t let anyone else snatch me away!"

"I’m going back to the old family home in a bit."

"Why are you going there?"

Her grandmother had gone to the USA. Vera had also spoken with Kendrick on the phone. He said that the old lady was in high spirits on the farm and was very happy every day.

She was about to get married and had just found out she was pregnant. She didn’t have the energy to take care of her grandmother, so she decided not to bring the elderly lady back for now and would deal with it closer to the wedding.

"I’m going to select a gown. Since I’ll be walking the red carpet at the premiere, I naturally want to dress beautifully."

After all, certain people would also be attending; she couldn’t afford to be outshone.

"Alright, I’ll drop you off at the old family home first, then head to work."

"There’s no need." Seeing he was about to speak, Vera quickly pouted. "Do you have any idea how expensive it is to raise a child? Shouldn’t you be out there earning money for the baby’s formula?"

He chuckled. "Alright, off to Ashton Company first!" 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

The driver first dropped Kris off at Ashton Company, then took Vera back to the old family home.

Kris had already called ahead to make arrangements, so Aunt Feng immediately welcomed her in. She carefully escorted Vera all the way to the bedroom in the rear courtyard before going to prepare lunch.

After Vera selected her dress and jewelry, had lunch, and enjoyed a good nap, she finally got up to freshen up and get dressed.

After the initial morning sickness subsided and the misunderstanding with Kris Cooper was resolved, her spirits lifted considerably with these happy developments, and her overall condition improved significantly.

Her previously somewhat pale complexion had, in recent days, returned to its former healthy, faint pink glow, full of vitality.

After applying simple, light makeup and changing into her chosen clothes, Vera turned contentedly before the mirror.

Just then, Kris arrived to pick her up. Seeing her preening in front of the mirror, he chuckled softly.

"Hey there, beautiful. Up for a date?"

She smiled at him. "Sorry, I’m taken. No dates!"

Saying this, she bent down to pick up the high heels she had selected.

"Do these shoes look good with this outfit?"

"No." Kris walked over, took the heels from her hand, and went into the walk-in closet. He rummaged through the shoe rack and finally picked out a pair with only three-centimeter heels, handing them to her. "How about these?"

"No way, the heels are too low!"

"You’re pregnant; you need to be careful."

"No!" she pouted immediately.

Irene Spencer was already taller than her. If she didn’t wear high heels, how could she possibly compete?

Helpless, he turned around again and chose another pair for her.

"This pair. And they can’t be any higher!"