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Chapter 281

Author: Hauling Treasures
"It's okay, Aunt Kendra, we'll go home and come back tomorrow. We both drive, so it won't be a hassle," Iris quickly declined. She would be fine with staying overnight if she were alone, but she was with Jason, and she worried he would feel uncomfortable spending the night in her aunt's house. She also didn't want to impose on her aunt's family since they would have to cook and prepare a room for the two of them.

"Why don't you stay for dinner then? It's already so late," Kendra insisted.

Iris replied, "We can just grab something on the way back. It's been a rough day for you. You should go home and make some food for Elise instead. Miscarriages can really affect a woman's health."

Recalling Elise's miscarriage, Kendra sighed. "I thought I would be playing with my grandchild soon. How unfortunate," she said, frustrated.

Iris kept quiet. It was truly unfortunate.

Kendra's family didn't do anything wrong. They merely ran an ordinary restaurant. Yet, a murder had occurred there and t
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    The next morning, Jason was awakened by the doorbell. He got up to answer it and furrowed his brow upon seeing the visitor."What brings you here?" he asked, surprised.Jessica smiled warmly. "Why can't I come visit you? What's wrong with me wanting to see my son?"Since Jason had mentioned he had a girlfriend, Jessica had been very curious. "When you said you had a girlfriend, I thought you must be lying to me at first. But considering how long you've stayed in the country this time, I figured you must be telling the truth. You've never stayed in the country for this long before," she said."Why didn't you tell me you were coming?" Jason asked incredulously.Jessica stepped inside, carrying a food container. "If I had told you, would you have let me come?" she asked teasingly. She knew her son well.Jason scratched his forehead, admitting she was right. If she had informed him, he would have tried to dissuade her from coming."So you came for a spot check?" he asked, straighten

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    Jessica smiled. After giving her son a look, she stepped back into the house. "You must be Jason's girlfriend.""Huh?" Iris looked at Jason, unsure how to respond. They had only just started dating, and had he already told his family about her?Leaning casually against the wall, Jason wore a mix of helplessness and amusement. "If you scare her off, you have to find a new girlfriend for me," he joked.Jessica shot him a glare. "You tried to trick me." No wonder he allowed her to check his room earlier. It was reverse psychology, and she fell for it.She turned her attention back to Iris, her demeanor softening. "I'm Jessica, Jason's mother. Don't be nervous."Iris managed a polite smile. "Hi, Jessica."Jessica quickly assessed Iris, her satisfaction evident as she noted Iris' beauty and figure. "Come, have a seat," she invited warmly.After some hesitation, Iris walked over. She glanced back at Jason, her expression pleading for support.He stepped closer, wrapping an arm around

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    She was really happy to finally meet her son's girlfriend.They were already living together. Grandchildren might not be far off. "You walk me downstairs," Jessica told her son.Jason lightly patted Iris' shoulder. "I'll be right back."Iris nodded.Jason followed Jessica to the door. "What's the matter? Do you have something you want to say to me in private?" he asked.Jessica shot him a reproachful look. "You two should get married as soon as possible. Don't wait until she gets pregnant. It's not fair to the girl."Jason was taken aback at first, then he chuckled, understanding her implication. "What are you thinking?""Aren't you already living together?" Jessica retorted.Jason opened his mouth to protest but decided against it. "I understand. Don't worry, we took precautions, so nothing will happen before marriage."Jessica frowned. "You know full well what I mean."She wasn't worried about Iris getting pregnant. She only wanted them to get married as soon as possible.

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    "How long will it take for you to love me wholeheartedly? Five years? Ten years? Twenty years? Fifty years? A lifetime?" Jason kept his voice steady, devoid of any fluctuations.Iris avoided his gaze. "I don't know."Jason chuckled softly. "That's okay; I can wait."His tone deepened, lingering in the air. "I'll wait as long as it takes."Iris felt her heart tremble at his words.She lowered her head, murmuring, "Don't be like this.""Like what?" he asked.Jason's attitude was giving her a lot of pressure."Kiss me," he said. Iris was taken aback. "I haven't brushed my teeth...""I don't mind." His hand that was resting around her waist rubbed her skin through the fabric, sending a tingling sensation through her.To get it over with, she slowly leaned in. When they were mere millimeters apart, Jason tilted his head, closing the distance.Their lips touched, breaths mingling.Jason leaned forward, and she leaned back.She attempted to pull away.But Jason threaded his fi

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    Samuel immediately figured out what was happening. [Try your best to persuade Ms. Fiora not to get her hands dirty. I'll be right there.][Understood.]The bodyguard stepped forward and said, "Ms. Fiora."Fiora nodded. She then cast a disdainful glance at the three men behind him, particularly at Walder, who visibly trembled at her presence.Seeing Fiora instilled a deep fear in him; his legs felt weak beneath him. This woman was ruthless."Mmh..." Wendy's eyes widened in shock upon spotting her cousin. They had been caught!Seeing their frightened expressions, she realized they must have sold her out.Fury surged within Wendy. How could they be so stupid?!If they had just insisted that it was all Iris' doing, they could have easily redirected Fiora's wrath onto Iris. Fiora and Iris would then fight each other, allowing her to benefit in the end.But these idiots had ruined everything!No wonder Fiora wanted to deal with her!Walder had also noticed Wendy. His gaze was ev

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    When he withdrew his hand from under her, it was stained with blood.Anxious and flustered, his heart felt like it had stopped beating."Iris..." His voice was hoarse and unsteady.Iris' wound was not life-threatening. The bullet had hit her lower back.Luna did not intend to kill Iris. She just wanted to keep Iris from escaping.Iris could feel the pain now. Her body trembled uncontrollably. She felt incredibly cold despite the warm weather."I... I'm fine..." she spoke weakly, her pale lips quivering.Jason held her hand tightly, "Don't worry, Lewis will be here with a doctor soon.""Are you... okay?" she asked hoarsely."I'm fine," Jason assured her.Iris' tense heart finally relaxed a little.She had never experienced such a nerve-racking ordeal before.It all felt like a dream.Scenarios seen only on TV had become reality. She was scared out of her wits earlier, but she tried to put on a brave face. She didn't want to be a burden to them.But in the end, as a powerle

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    When Iris looked up, she saw Luna standing behind Jason with a gun aimed at him.Her eyes widened, pupils shaking."Look out!"She rushed forward.Luna could have pulled the trigger as she had a clear shot at Jason, but when Iris shouted that warning, she saw through Iris' intention.In that split second when Jason turned with the gun, Iris hugged him and shielded him from Luna's gun.Luna's father had told her that Jason was off-limits. Harming him could lead to endless complications and may even result in the eradication of the Morris family!However, according to their investigation, Iris had no background, so they could use whatever means necessary to capture her. Even if she got injured, it didn't matter. Therefore, the instant Iris shielded Jason from the gun, Luna aimed at her back and fired a shot.At the moment of being hit, Iris felt no pain. Her whole body was paralyzed, unable to move.She slumped in Jason's arms.Jason held her falling body. "Iris!"He fiercely

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    "Let go!" Frustrated that she missed him with her attack, Luna grabbed a chair leg and swung it at Jason.Jason caught the chair leg and disarmed her, then flung her away with his other hand.Luna staggered several steps back and her waist hit a sharp object. She grimaced in pain.Blood seeped through her thin outer garment.Enraged, she exclaimed, "Catch Jason Just's woman! A reward of ten thousand for whoever catches that woman!"Her men, who were starting to be suppressed, began to fiercely resist again, reigniting the intense conflict!Gunfire rang out. The sound of objects being pierced mixed with screams created a battlefield-like atmosphere!Lewis rushed out of the hotel with Iris and headed for the car. Jason followed closely behind them after getting rid of Luna.However, due to Luna's words, her men rushed at them desperately.These people were desperados. They weren't afraid to die for money.The fight for profit among the families had always been fierce!Kaden's

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