Judy didn't ask if there was a drug in the water, but instead affirmed that there must be. This affirmative language led Layla to subconsciously follow Judy's topic of who gave her the drug and who was behind it, forgetting to deny if there was indeed a drug in the water. In her mind, she had already admitted that there was a drug in the water.This was the art of language.Seeing Hogan beaten up like this and even Amelia being more restrained in front of Judy's husband, Layla realized that Judy's husband was a significant figure that she couldn't afford to offend. She couldn't afford to offend either Amelia or Judy. Layla instinctively looked at Amelia, who said in a guilty conscience, "Layla, think carefully before you speak. What's the situation? You accompanied Judy for this reception. Who put the drug in it?"Amelia's words were clearly meant to intimidate Layla from speaking the truth.Layla fearfully asked Judy, "If I tell the truth, will you forgive me? I had no other choice,
In the Royal Estate, Lewis deliberately locked Amelia and Layla in a room together, securing the doors and windows. Sure enough, as soon as the door was locked, there was movement inside.Inside the room, Amelia managed to stand up from her wheelchair and immediately slapped Layla across the face, "Whore, who gave you the nerve to blabber in front of Lewis? I'll tear your mouth apart."Amelia, with her obsessive, spoiled, and arrogant personality, would instantly lash out with violence and profanity whenever she was displeased.Layla didn't dare to fight back and could only endure Amelia's blows and curses. Her hair was yanked out in patches, and her head was bleeding profusely. But Amelia didn't let up, continuing to pinch Layla relentlessly.Layla screamed in pain, but Amelia glared at her fiercely, "Dare to make a sound, and I'll kill you once we're out of here."Layla bit her tongue and endured the pain as Amelia unleashed her fury. Soon, Layla's entire body was covered in bruises
The scream was Layla, who could no longer endure Amelia's torment.Layla's face was swollen, her mouth was bleeding, her hair was disheveled, and a large clump of hair lay on the ground, roots bloodied.A large patch of Layla's scalp had been torn off, blood dripping, a sight that was horrifying.Layla's clothes were also torn.Perona, witnessing the scene, was stunned.The one who had assaulted Layla was her own daughter, Amelia.Amelia's face wore an expression of excitement, as if she was possessed."Amelia," Perona called out, her voice trembling, "How have you become like this, how could you do this?"Perona stepped forward to pull Amelia away. She glanced at Layla, who was cowering in the corner, trembling and crying, and felt heartbroken, almost unable to bear the sight.Seeing Perona arrive, Amelia's mind cleared a bit. She had been too excited just now; it had been a long time since she had abused someone like this.Before Amelia returned, she had formed cliques at school and
Lewis explained the situation in broad strokes to Perona. Perona listened with wide eyes, finding it hard to believe. She immediately turned to Amelia and demanded angrily, "Did you do this?"Amelia hesitated for a few seconds before replying, "…No, Mom, I really don't know what's going on. I heard that Judy and Hogan were arguing, so I went to see. They're accusing me of drugging, but it seems like Judy seduced Hogan and was caught, deliberately framing me."She glared at Judy, "Judy, why did you and Layla frame me? You're just jealous because I fired you. I can even suspect that Ellie's sabotage was your doing. You and Ellie were close in the company. Now you're making Layla accuse me. You're too malicious."Judy couldn't help but laugh at Amelia's wild accusations. Before Judy could say anything, Lewis gently patted her back, signaling her to leave it to him. Judy then remained silent.Lewis tapped his finger idly on his palm, staring at Amelia, "I gave you two chances, and you did
Perona looked at the unrepentant Amelia and then at Lewis, caught between a rock and a hard place. She didn't want to send her daughter to jail, but she also had to provide an explanation to Lewis and Judy. If her solution didn't satisfy Lewis, Amelia would end up in jail that night.After pondering, Perona said, "Lewis, it's true that Amelia was in the wrong and caused harm to Judy tonight."Looking at Judy, who held the power in the situation, Perona continued, "Judy, the harm Amelia caused you tonight will be compensated. Amelia's behavior was preposterous, and she should own up to her mistakes. I won't favor anyone; the matter should be handled as it should be." Perona steeled herself and said, "Call the police. It will also serve as a lesson for Amelia."Everyone present, including Lewis, was taken aback. Judy and Louis hesitated, finding it hard to believe.Amelia screamed hysterically, "Mom, I'm your daughter. Are you going to send me to jail? Have you lost your mind? Am I even
Lewis approached Judy, raising his hand to smooth her hair, "Everyone has to pay the price for their own mistakes." As he spoke, his hand moved slowly towards the bottom of Judy's hip...The next day.Judy didn't have to go to the company anymore. After the incident, how could she still work at Meike Group?She sent a resignation letter to Perona's email. Perona agreed. Judy was Lewis's wife, and with such a scandal, it would only cause Judy more trouble if she stayed. Perona readily agreed and even added an additional six months' salary from her personal account as compensation for Judy.Judy had to admit that Perona was very considerate and had a broad perspective. After sending Amelia to the police station, she didn't cause any more trouble for Judy.Judy was unemployed this time. She pondered Lewis's words about entrepreneurship.Judy planned to open a pizza shop. She loved pizza and had always dreamed of owning a pizza shop and being her own boss. Now, this dream was within reach
Judy arrived at the hospital in a hurry to see the weak and emaciated John on the hospital bed, and she was taken aback.It was only a short time since they had last seen each other, how did John lose so much weight?John, upon seeing Judy, appeared confused: "Judy, what are you doing here?"John had fainted on the street and was taken to the hospital. The emergency contact on his phone was Judy, so the hospital called her.The doctor was giving John an IV drip, and Judy walked in to ask, "Doctor, what's wrong with my friend?"Judy didn't ask John directly; he wouldn't tell the truth anyway.The doctor said, "The patient is severely anemic and malnourished, and overwork led to a coma. Young people can't take this kind of abuse; they must prioritize rest and nutrition."The words "severe anemia" and "malnutrition" were so unexpected that Judy was taken aback. They had both been orphans who struggled to go to school and make their way in society; they had never experienced malnutrition.
As the blood donation certificate fell out, John's face showed a mix of panic and embarrassment. He hadn't picked it up in time, and Judy had already done so. Seeing the blood donation information on it, Judy's tears instantly fell."Judy, I..." John was terrified of seeing Judy cry; he was at a loss.Judy embraced him, a hug between family members. She was heartbroken to see what his parents had reduced John to—selling blood and delivering food. No wonder he was severely anemic and malnourished!"John, you silly fool." Judy hit his back in frustration.This scene was unfortunately caught by Susan, who had arrived just in time to see it. Susan, who John had contacted, didn't enter but hid at the door and took photos with her phone.Remembering the time she called Judy for help and was rudely hung up on, Susan's resentment grew even stronger.In the hospital room, Judy released John and said, "You're not allowed to go back there. You're trying to drive me crazy. Let's go, I'll take you