"Ugh, sister-in-law, I'm full. I can't drink tea anymore. Can we continue our tea time tomorrow or the day after tomorrow?" Theodor said while grinning, still trying his luck to avoid the topic.

Scarlett, "..."

"Why the rush, brother?" Scarlett chuckled. "Let's continue our conversation..." she said playfully. 

Theodor rolled his eyes in resignation. "Fine, what do you want to know?" he muttered, feeling defeated. It seemed he could no longer avoid her confrontation.

Scarlett didn't rush to respond; instead, she took a deliberate sip of her tea, savoring the moment. After delicately placing the cup back on the table, she leaned forward, cupping her hands together and fixing her gaze on Theodor. 

A faint smile played on her lips as she spoke, "Alright," she began, her voice tinged with curiosity. "...let's start with this; who informed you about my pregnancy?" Her piercing gaze locked onto his.

Theodor's mouth opened and closed several times, but he hesitated to utter the excuse he had formed in his mind; He had considered shifting the blame onto Xander, but for some unknown reason, he hesitated.

"Brother, don't try to deceive me, huh! I know my husband would never betray me..." Scarlett chuckled when she witnessed his troubled-looking face.

Theodor's throat went dry.

'How on earth did she know? I was just about to use her husband's name,' Theodor pondered inwardly, narrowing his eyes as he observed Scarlett. 'Is she able to read minds, besides his ability with computers? Is she really a human, or could she be the reincarnation of a goddess?' he was puzzled. 

"Oh please, brother Theo, why are you silent? Can you say it now?" Scarlett urges him to speak, curious to know the person who leaks her secret — she plans to punish him. For real!!

"Sister, I will tell you," Theodor stammered, his voice filled with uncertainty. He hesitated momentarily, stealing a quick glance at Cruz before proceeding. "But..." He paused, carefully choosing his words.  "What I'm about to reveal is highly confidential, and I don't think this is the right moment to discuss it."

Theodor attempted to maintain a reassuring smile, silently signaling Cruz to stay put and divert Scarlett's attention away from talking about the matter — Cruz is her last hope to deflect Scarlett's persistence.

Then, Theodor turned his gaze back to Scarlett, a gentle smile adorning his face. "How about we discuss this tomorrow?" This is his last chance.

Apparently, Cruz had misunderstood Theodor's intention. He swiftly rose from his seat before saying to Scarlett, "Boss, I should head back to the office now. I have plenty of tasks awaiting me..."

Scarlett nodded at Cruz, "Alright, I will contact you later, Cruz..." She smiled at him. 

Cruz bid farewell to Theodor in a casual manner and walked fast.

"Please stay, Cruz..." Theodor tries to make Cruz stay. But that man ignores him, not even glancing at him — he dashes toward the door. 

Theodor could only curse inwardly, feeling betrayed, 'What a betrayer! When I need him, he flees. Tsk, tsk, tsk… Cruz Reeves, you just wait!' 

Once Theodor saw Cruz disappear behind the door, he shifted his gaze back to Scarlett.

It seemed he had no choice but to be honest, or she would not allow him to leave until he confessed.

"Speak now, Theodor. Don't try to avoid me again..." Scarlett's voice sent a shiver down Theodor's spine.

He took a deep breath before saying, "The person who informed me about your pregnancy is Rex Morrison!"

Scarlett was taken aback. 

She had assumed Theo had learned the news from Logan or one of the household staff. However, it turned out she was mistaken. Rex was the one who had disclosed the information to him. 

How did they become so close that Rex felt comfortable sharing such personal news?

She felt perplexed.

"Rex Morrison? Are you talking about my brother, Rex Morrison, who lives in New York?" Scarlett's voice was filled with surprise and disbelief.

"Yes, indeed. Sis, is there another friend of yours named Rex Morrison?" Theodor responded with a hint of sarcasm. "...During our phone call, he accidentally mentioned your pregnancy, and I rushed here to offer my congratulations," he explained, trying to ease the tension.

"Theo, it doesn't matter if you found out from him! I'm okay with that." Scarlett shook her head. Her temples throbbed as she massaged them. The realization hit her that these two men had been in contact behind her back since the incident in New York last year. A wave of confusion and frustration washed over her.

Considering their history, it seemed odd to her that Rex and Theodor had developed any friendship. She vividly remembered Rex's deep-seated hatred for Theodor. 

Their last encounter had resulted in Rex brutally assaulting Theodor, leaving him battered and on the brink of death. Yet now, they appeared to have formed some kind of friendship without her knowledge.

Her mind raced with questions. 

What are they hiding? Why didn't she know anything about their new alliance?

The lack of information left her feeling unsettled and desperate for answers. 

Scarlett's curiosity is burning within her, forcing her to uncover the truth about their current alliance.

...

Theodor was bewildered by her response. Wasn't she the one who wanted to know how he had discovered her pregnancy? Why did she suddenly change her mind?

"Sister, is this one of the characteristics of pregnant women?" 

"Huh!? What do you mean?" She asked, confused. 

"Mmm.... mood swings!?" he innocently asked, completely flustered by her odd demeanor.

Scarlett took a deep breath, gazing at Theodor with annoyance. 

"How do you know him?" Scarlett asks curiously, ignoring his remarks. 

"Why do you ask? Have you forgotten that Rex Morrison was the man who attacked me in New York!?" Theodor rubbed his chin, narrowing his eyes at Scarlett. He couldn't help but add the word 'forgetful' to Scarlett's pregnancy symptoms.

"I mean," Scarlett took a deep breath, trying to gather her thoughts so she wouldn't get emotional. "How did you two become friends?" she asked in a calmer tone.