The IVF Secret That Shook a Dynasty novel Chapter 498

"Not at all. I'm a human being, not a machine. It's the holidays, and unless it's a life-or-death emergency, I'm logging off," Joseph said smoothly. He toyed with a strand of her hair, his handsome features softened by a warm, captivating smile.

Vivica chuckled, suddenly remembering the stories his cousin had shared back at the Baird family estate. "You've been an overachiever your whole life. You were obsessed with studying in school, and then completely consumed by work after graduation. No hobbies, no wild parties, no relaxing. Didn't you ever feel exhausted? Didn't life feel incredibly boring?"

Joseph raised an eyebrow. "Who told you my life was boring?"

"Your cousin mentioned it the other day at the estate. She also said you rejected women so ruthlessly that people started rumors you and Harvey were secretly hooking up."

"Ridiculous," Joseph scoffed, rolling his eyes. "They're just narrow-minded. Since when does turning down a woman automatically mean I'm into guys?"

"Then enlighten me. Why were you completely immune to all those gorgeous women throwing themselves at you, but the second you met me, you suddenly fell head over heels? I know Chaim was a huge factor, but putting Chaim aside... what exactly is it about me that you're so obsessed with?"

Vivica looked at him with playful curiosity, a teasing smile playing on her lips. She had been dying to ask him this ever since she heard those stories, but just hadn't found the right moment. Tonight, with their son fast asleep, they finally had a quiet moment to talk.

Joseph genuinely thought about it for a moment. "I think it all came down to timing. Beyond that, I can't really explain it."

"Timing?"

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