The IVF Secret That Shook a Dynasty novel Chapter 221

And this was a man of great renown and influence, who not only handled her divorce case for free but had also shielded her from danger with his own body and spent his precious time running errands with her.

The more Vivica thought about it, the faster her heart beat. Could it be that Joseph was actually in love with her? If he were just playing around, why would he be so serious, so invested?

The realization sent a wave of heat through her, making her cheeks burn. She pressed her hands to her face to cool down, not daring to imagine how she would hold her ground if Joseph ever decided to cross that line. It would be too difficult. She’d likely give in and fall for him all over again.

Throughout the afternoon, whenever Vivica took a short break from work, her mind would inevitably drift back to this. She found herself glancing at her phone from time to time, as if expecting something.

Just before the end of the workday, Quintina sent her a message, asking if she was free to grab dinner and celebrate her newfound single status and escape from misery.

Considering how much her best friend had helped her recently, and knowing Chaim was in good hands with his grandparents, Vivica readily replied, "I'm free. My treat!"

Quintina’s response was just as quick. "It has to be your treat, rich lady!"

After booking a restaurant, Vivica called Melanie to let her know she'd be meeting a friend for a thank-you dinner and would be home late.

"Of course, you go ahead. Chaim is being a perfect angel, so don't you worry about a thing." Melanie doted on Vivica, offering unconditional support for whatever she did.

That evening, the first thing Vivica brought up with her friend was Joseph's exorbitant legal fees.

Quintina was astounded. "He makes ten million on a single case? That's not a lawyer, that's a money-printing machine!"

Vivica nodded but clarified, "I'm sure he doesn't take it all himself. It's probably for the whole team."

"But he still gets the biggest cut, I bet."

"Well, yes, I'm sure of that."

Quintina watched her friend's reaction, then leaned in with a gossipy grin. "So, are you falling for him? An elite family background, handsome, incredibly capable, and raking in a fortune—he's the total package! Even a heart of stone would have to crack for him, right?"

Whenever Quintina had teased her before, Vivica had always denied it. But today, she hesitated, a blush creeping up her neck. Finally, she nodded. "I think… I really am. But it’s not because of how much money he makes."

"Oh my God! You’re finally admitting it!" Quintina exclaimed, raising her glass of juice to clink with Vivica’s. "To this! A celebration!"

Vivica gently pushed her friend’s hand down, her expression troubled. "But I have no intention of taking things any further with him."

Quintina stared at her. "Why not? It's Joseph we're talking about!"

"I know. And because it's Joseph, I have to be even more clear-headed and rational about this."

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