[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-born-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s":3,"chapter-born-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s-born-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s-chapter-614":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Born Into Villain's Family: I Have a 200\\% Rebate System",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":12,"novelImage":21},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1491535,1939,"Chapter 614: Pregnant","born-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s-chapter-614",614,"\u003Cp>Yet, back then, blinded by relief, they hadn’t thought much of it. In fact, they had even rewarded the hospital generously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They had conducted a full-body check-up afterward, ensuring there were no lingering side effects, and to their surprise, everything had appeared perfectly normal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grateful for the outcome, Eugene had even promised to invest in their institution and help expand it in the future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, recalling all of this, Peter inhaled deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Was he under someone’s influence all along?’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He stepped forward and pulled Adriana into a firm embrace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m sorry... You had to go through so much just because you’re with me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adriana let out a soft chuckle as she hugged him back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re overthinking again,\" she said gently. \"Even if it were someone else, as long as I loved them, I would have done the same.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words, though comforting, stirred a faint jealousy in Peter’s heart as Henry’s name flashed across his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So... you would’ve done all this for Henry too?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the hint of jealousy in his eyes, Adriana couldn’t help but laugh softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She lifted her hand and patted his head, her touch light and teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are you acting like a lost puppy?\" she said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We’re already together... and soon, we’ll practically be engaged. Not long from now, we’ll be married in this world.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words eased the tension, and the two of them lingered in each other’s embrace a little longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Time slipped by quietly, and before they realized it, an entire month had passed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>During that time, Adriana finally uncovered something deeply unsettling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The hospital had implanted something in Eugene’s mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One day, as she was discussing this with Peter in the living room, their voices low but urgent, Aurora happened to pass by.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, she stepped in and joined them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She informed them about a place known as The Royalty, a hospital rumored to specialize in removing such implanted chips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, Aurora had not intended to involve herself deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, within the past half a month, she began noticing subtle changes in Adriana, her distracted gaze. It was enough to raise suspicion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Aurora decided to investigate personally.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What she found was far more alarming than she had anticipated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thus, one day, she deliberately acted as though she had overheard everything by chance and suggested a solution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When she spoke, her tone was casual, but her eyes held certainty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both Adriana and Peter took her suggestion seriously. After all, they already knew about Aurora’s true identity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Following her guidance, they brought Eugene to a grand hospital located in the suburbs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After thorough examinations, their suspicions were confirmed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A chip had indeed been implanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The procedure to remove it was successful, though recovery took time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For half a month, Eugene remained under observation, slowly regaining his strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he finally woke fully, clarity returned to his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The memories of his past behavior flooded back, and with them came overwhelming guilt.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Tears welled up in his eyes, slipping down silently as his voice trembled. \"From now on... I will never judge a woman based on her background again.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words were sincere, heavy with regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adriana chuckled softly at his earnestness, and Peter couldn’t help but smile as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two months later, Maria confirmed that she was pregnant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A smug smile often lingered on her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’Once I reveal this at the right time... everything will fall into place,’ she thought, her eyes gleaming with hidden intent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She planned carefully, waiting until her third month, just past the first trimester, so that no one could easily force her into an abortion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By then, she was certain Mary would believe Adam had betrayed her, and everything would unfold exactly as she desired.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, two months later, during a routine check-up, her confident expression faltered for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doctor’s words echoed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The child she carried had severe congenital issues, both physical and developmental abnormalities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The doctor advised termination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Maria’s fingers clenched tightly against her clothes, her eyes hardening despite the unease creeping into her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’How can I give this up...? This is my golden ticket,’ she thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, she refused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>By the fourth month, she made her move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She went directly to confront Adam. She tried to do so in secret.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’If this gets exposed... if Adam files a case and an investigation begins... I’ll be finished. I’ll go to jail,’ she thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Adam looked up and saw a visibly pregnant Maria standing at the doorway, his tense shoulders seemed to loosen almost instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the moment he had learned about her pregnancy, he had assumed she had moved on and found someone else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fact that she had not been bothering him as persistently as before only reinforced that belief, allowing him a rare moment of ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As Maria entered, the soft click of the door shutting behind her echoed slightly in the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She turned the lock and then faced him. \"Let’s talk.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam frowned slightly, leaning back in his chair as he folded his arms, his tone calm but edged with impatience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What do you want?\" His eyes narrowed faintly as he added, \"Why are you acting like we have some kind of relationship beyond work?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria let out a low chuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s a good question,\" she replied, her lips curling into a faint smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She slowly walked forward and took a seat across from him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gently, she placed a hand on her baby bump, rubbing it with deliberate slowness before lifting her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Actually... we do have a relationship beyond just professional.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam’s expression hardened, but he remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria inhaled softly. \"I’m pregnant.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam gave a small nod, his voice neutral. \"Congratulations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a brief moment, a strange smile appeared on Maria’s face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s not all.\" Her voice dropped. \"I’m pregnant with your child. Does that ring a bell now?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam’s brows knitted together as he stared at her, his expression turning serious, almost cold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a brief pause, he spoke flatly, \"I can recommend a good doctor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria blinked, confusion flickering across her face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam exhaled quietly and continued, his tone almost clinical.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Pregnancy can sometimes cause delusions. It’s not uncommon. I suggest you see a psychiatrist. Don’t worry, the company will cover the expenses.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His words struck her like a slap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A surge of anger rushed through her veins, and she abruptly stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She pointed at him. \"This baby is yours! Don’t you even want to ask how?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam’s eyes flickered briefly, a hint of unease passing through them before he asked, his voice low, \"How?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that, Maria seemed to relax slightly, as if she had been waiting for that question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sank back into the chair and let out a soft laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s simple,\" she said, her tone laced with smugness. \"I found one of your used condoms... and used what was inside.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment those words left her lips, Adam’s expression changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His fingers tightened against the desk. ’I never use...’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He looked at her sharply and said, his voice firm, \"Have you ever considered that the condom might not have been mine?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maria froze, her confident expression cracking as confusion replaced it. \"What do you mean?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam cleared his throat lightly, his gaze unwavering. \"I don’t use condoms with Mary.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At his words, Maria slammed her hand against the table, the sound echoing harshly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She shot up to her feet, fury blazing in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"At least make your lies believable!\" she snapped.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you’re going to lie, then explain this, how can you not use protection? Aren’t you afraid of getting Mary pregnant? You’re both already in your forties. You should know better!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam rolled his eyes slightly, his patience thinning as he looked at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I take male birth control pills,\" he replied calmly. \"They’re expensive, but effective. I don’t need to use anything else.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As he spoke, Maria’s smug expression slowly began to crumble, her lips parting slightly as doubt crept in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She stared at him, her voice quieter now, tinged with disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Aren’t you worried... that you might never have a child again because of those pills?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam frowned, his expression softening just a fraction as he spoke, his voice steady but filled with sincerity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If Mary takes birth control, it would harm her body. She’s already weak. I can’t risk her health.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused briefly before adding, \"I’m healthy. I can handle it. And I have a lot of children already... so no.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the first time, Maria truly saw it... the depth of his feelings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>’He really loves her...’ The realization struck her deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He loved Mary as if she were the only woman in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, why would he willingly take that risk, never once considering how it might affect his own future?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking a slow breath, she steadied herself and asked,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then what about the condom that was thrown in your bin four months ago? The one that was... used?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adam shook his head without hesitation. \"I have no idea.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1508,"2026-06-06T04:03:54.518Z",1,"novelbin.me","4933c624effa72a60b3cf0c0a0753a96b40d8922d87634e9e48f2f9b0dc9de78","born-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s-chapter-301","born-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s-chapter-613","https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fborn-into-villain-s-family-i-have-a-200-rebate-s-cover.jpg"]