Serena's POV
I'd been staring at Lucian for too long, trying to process his bizarre proposal. My hand instinctively moved to my swollen belly, feeling the gentle movement beneath.
"Mr. West, I'd genuinely love to collaborate, but as you can see..." I gestured to my pregnant stomach. "I'm pretty far along now. Traveling overseas next month would be risky. If something triggered early labor, that would be a disaster."
This wasn't just an excuse—I genuinely prioritized my babies over any business opportunity, no matter how lucrative. Some risks simply weren't worth taking.
Lucian nodded smoothly. "I completely understand your concerns. However, we could modify the arrangement—promote locally in New York first, then handle the overseas component later when you're ready."
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