Once the eavesdropper, also known as the butler, left the room, Tanaga put the tray down on the table. He took Ashley a glass of water.
"Drink this; then we'll talk. I'm concerned about you. Your health is important. Are you sure you're okay? If you have any medical problems, I need to know about them. It's important, Ashley. You're going to be the mother of my child."
"There is nothing that I can think of, Sir. Only an occasional cold."
Tanaga watched her as she spoke, his expression serious. He didn't have any idea how to begin a conversation with her about their sexual relationship. Unable to find the right words, he remained silent as he sat staring at her, making the atmosphere in the room even more intense.
