My Unborn Baby Chose My Husband for Me novel Chapter 275

A moment later, Lucian returned.

He offered an explanation unprompted. "It's Julian's birthday today. He put together a gathering tonight and wants me there."

"You should go. Jules is your best friend. It wouldn't look right if you skipped it," Seraphina said, setting her spoon down to look at him.

Lucian hesitated. "I don't like leaving you home alone."

"What is there to worry about? Susan is here, the staff is here. It's not like I'm completely by myself," Seraphina laughed softly. "Besides, it's not like I'm giving birth tomorrow. It won't happen that fast."

Lucian kept his gaze on her, the worry in his eyes refusing to fade.

Her due date was approaching rapidly, and the doctor had warned that labor could start at any time.

He had originally planned to cancel all social engagements, but Julian's birthday was a tough one to skip.

He and Julian had grown up together, thick as thieves.

Back when The Langford Group hit a rough patch, Julian was the very first person to step up and help.

"I'll just drop by for a bit and come right back," Lucian said, taking her hand. "Call me the second you need anything."

"I got it, stop nagging," Seraphina giggled, pulling her hand back to finish her soup.

Lucian watched her, his eyes brimming with absolute devotion.

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A short while later, Lucian came downstairs dressed in a sharp, dark casual suit.

Seeing him, Seraphina teased, "Looking this handsome, people might think you're going on a date!"

Lucian smiled back. "Would you like to go on a date with me, then?"

"Hurry up and go, don't keep them waiting," Seraphina urged, her cheeks flushing.

Chuckling, Lucian walked to the door, paused, and doubled back to press a lingering kiss to her forehead. "Wait for me."

"I know, I know. Go!" Seraphina pushed him away playfully.

With a final smile, Lucian finally headed out.

Although the doctor assured him Seraphina was in perfect health and the baby was strong, he couldn't shake the protective dread.

What if something went wrong?

"Mr. Langford, we're here," the driver announced, breaking his train of thought.

Lucian opened his eyes and stepped out.

The exclusive club belonged to one of Julian's friends, boasting ironclad privacy. It was the go-to spot for the city's elite heirs who wanted to party away from the public eye.

Just as Lucian approached the entrance, Julian rushed out to meet him, throwing an arm around his shoulder with a massive grin.

"Lucian, you finally made it. The guys are all waiting."

"Traffic was a bit backed up," Lucian replied coolly.

The two walked down a hushed corridor and pushed open the door to a private VIP room.

About seven or eight people were already lounging inside. They were all prominent figures in the local social scene, and the moment Lucian walked in, they eagerly stood up to greet him.