During their first encounter, the little girl even kissed him with an innocent look.However, she now hated him.It was Fabianâs very first time feeling this disappointed.He had no ulterior motive against Lillian and was sincerely trying to protect and provide her with more love and concern.However, after giving it another thought, he realized that Lillian might not see things the same way. Just who was he to Lillian?âWhy would she care about my concern?âMadeline was initially talking on the phone upstairs. When she heard the commotion, she quickly came down.Karen was comforting Lillian while scolding Fabian, âI wonder where this scumbag showed up from? He even has the guts to kidnap kids.ââKidnap kids?âMadeline looked over to the main entrance and noticed Fabian.Madeline was well aware of Fabianâs attitude toward Lillian and tried to explain, âMom, heâs someone I know. Heâd never kidnap Lillian. Lillian also loves playing with him.âKaren was not buying it. âHow is
Madelineâs heart skipped a beat as she did not expect Jeremy to be wide awake!She pushed the plunger and injected all of the liquid into Jeremy before quickly taking out the needle.Flustered, she hid the needle behind her and racked her brain to think of how she should explain everything to Jeremy.Jeremy gradually got up, his stunning features looking sleepy at this moment. She looked at his eyes that were staring back at her in a daze.âWhy did you wake up, Linnie?ââ...â Madeline felt guilty and evaded his gaze. She felt rather uneasy.âDidnât Jeremy notice I was injecting him with something?âMadeline made a wild guess that Jeremy had not noticed it.âIf he saw it, he would have asked what Iâm up to.ââI was going to the washroom,â Madeline explained, âHow about you? Why are you awake? Did I wake you up?âJeremy shook his head, still wearing a sleepy look. He got down from the bed and said, âI also thought of going to the bathroom.âAs he was talking, he spun around as
Madeline felt as if her heart had sunk to the bottom.The doctor asked once again, this time pointing to Jeremy, âLillian, donât you recognize this handsome man?âLillian finally turned to shift her gaze to Jeremy. However, after looking at him for a moment, she turned back and shook her head.âShe doesnât recognize him.âSheâs trying to convey the message that she doesnât know Jeremy.ââLillian, try thinking harder again. How could you not know him? Heâs your dad. Your dad who loves you more than anyone else in this world,â the doctor emphasized once again.Lillian shook her head and frowned, putting on a troubled look before diving straight into Madelineâs arms.Madeline was wondering who she should feel sorry for when she saw the little girlâs reaction.She looked at Jeremy, whose brows were frowning while his eyes were brewing with indescribable remorse and suffering.Madeline broke the silence, afraid that Jeremy would start thinking about unnecessary things. âDoctor, wha
Ryan noticed that Madeline was not satisfied but he was aware that she could not reject him.As long as she still loved Jeremy, she would accept his requests.Calmly, he ignited the carâs engine and did not list out his requirements even after a long while. He was busy admiring Madeline instead."You look stunning today. That emerald necklace makes your skin look even fairer," he complimented.Madeline did not know if Ryan had discovered anything as she turned to face out the window. "I don't need your compliment. You can just state out your requirements."Ryan looked at Madeline who had a stony look on her face. "This Thursday night, there's going to be a party. The organizer is Sir Calverâs family. You might not be familiar with him, but he used to be part of Interpol. Upon retirement, he received the title of Sir. Heâs considered to be quite famous in Glendale. That day will be his 80th birthday."He paused and continued, "He has invited many higher-ups in Glendale. Of course,
Madeline did not wish for Jeremy to be upset again.Ryan glanced at Adam when he noticed Madeline unable to bring herself to comply with the requirement.Adam got Ryan's implicit message and strolled to the front of Madeline. "This half a month, there has been an improvement to Jeremy's condition, right?"Madeline's icy stare was fixed on Adam's face. "If the reagent is genuine, you'll know best about its outcome."Adam could make out that Madeline held a grudge against him, but he was not bothered at all. Instead, he wore a smile on his face."The reagent is genuine, of course. Besides, as long as you inject it at the given time frame, the poison in his body will slowly clear up. HoweverâŠ"Adam paused for a few seconds."However, I ought to tell you this. During the process of administering the anti-toxoid reagent, should there be any interruption or if the timing is messed up, it will end up having an adverse effect. Which means, if Jeremy does not inject the third dosage, the
Madeline did not expect the robber to act in that manner. The river was a broad one, but Madeline knew she should not think twice about it.Seeing her purse flowing along in the river, without thinking further, she jumped.The passersby who saw this scene were astonished and gathered around the bridge to observe."Is this woman out of her mind?""Does she have to take such drastic measures just for a purse?""Maybe she has lots of money in the purse!"The passersby who did not know the truth were all making wild guesses, but to Madeline, the purse contained an item that was way more important than anything else. It was the lifeline for the man she loved most in her life.After Madeline jumped into the river, she swam for some time before getting her hands on her purse.She strapped the purse around her back and revealed a smile.Soon enough, Madeline recomposed herself only to just realize she was in the middle of the river. Besides, she did not know how to swim to begin with!
"..."âFeel like puking.'Ryan did not realize that was the impression Madeline currently had of him.All this while, his impression in everyone elseâs eyes was an elegant rich man. Being seen as a disgusting man was never in consideration.Seeing Madeline turning around and about to leave, Ryan suddenly came forth. Once again, he blocked Madeline's pathway, and with much force, he pressed on her head to force a kiss on her."Don't make me look down on you, Ryan." This time, she did not evade nor struggle. She merely blurted out that line with much calm.Ryan's actions, to everyone's surprise, came to a halt."Ryan, so what if you have a speck of dirt on me? So what if you end up winning against Jeremy? You're not that great if you use a method that makes others unsatisfied with it."Madeline's speech made Ryan's pair of deep-set eyes gleam with dissatisfaction and unpleasantness.Madeline pushed him away when she noticed that Ryan was staring at her while motionless. She walk
Madeline was feeling uncomfortable, but at the same time, she could not express which part of her was feeling that way."Jeremy, I'm feeling dizzy." Madeline, feeling lethargic, grabbed Jeremy's hand. "Help me back to the room so I can get some rest."As she was speaking, she slowly faced some difficulty in breathing. The face before her slowly became blurry as well.The next second, she passed out."Linnie! Linnie!"Jeremy was devastated and carried Madeline who was unconscious."Linnie!"He carried her and rushed to the side of his car, feeling anxious.Jackson and Lillian heard the commotion and turned around to look.Karen came out of the house as well. She was shocked when she saw Jeremy being all anxious while carrying Madeline who was unconscious."Jeremy! What's wrong with Madeline?!""I don't know. I'm going to send her to the hospital." Jeremy's heartbeat was racing madly, but he was trying his best to calm down. "You and dad keep an eye on Lillian and Jack, especi