The Kiss that Sparked it All novel Chapter 1137

Marissa saw Ellinor walk into the kitchen, her face showing a hint of surprise, "Ellinor, what brought you to the kitchen? Go chat with your friends; I'll call you when it's time to eat."

Ellinor smiled, "No worries, they're munching on snacks. I just came to see if there's anything I can help with."

Marissa waved her off, "No need; there are a lot of people helping already. The kitchen is full of cooking fumes. You're pregnant now; it's not good for you to be in here."

Ellinor looked down at her belly as she gently rubbed it, "Granny, you really care about the little one inside me, don't you?"

Marissa sincerely said, "Of course, that's my great-grandchild in there. How could I not care?"

Ellinor chuckled, "So once the baby is born, am I going to be dismissed as the mom?"

Marissa was taken aback, quickly grabbing Ellinor's hand, "Ellinor, what are you talking about?"

Ellinor gave a bitter smile, "I just suddenly feel like I have no freedom in this family. I feel like a baby-making machine that needs to be taken care of by everyone."

Marissa explained, "Ellinor, you're pregnant, so I have indeed been more attentive to you. But even before you were pregnant, I truly cared about you. I'm old, and I do want to see my great-grandchild, but I never saw you as just a baby-maker."

Ellinor still looked down, "But I feel like you and Mr. Blanchet have changed."

Marissa held her hand tighter, "Theo's been busy lately. Once he's past this busy period, I'll have him come home and be with you."

Ellinor gently pulled her hand back, "If you don't need my help, I'll leave."

She turned and walked out of the kitchen, looking quite downcast.