Maxwell frowned at Jennifer's thanks and gently pinched her chin. "Why are you thanking me for something so trivial?"He pecked her lips. "I really have to go now. Stay home and behave yourself."Jennifer looked at his departing figure reluctantly. Although she didn't want him to leave, she also didn't want to delay his work and act spoiled.…Maxwell had a meeting in the morning at Lance Group and left his phone in the office.When he returned, he found his phone had been blown up with missed calls from the caretaker he hired for Rachel. Since Rachel was severely depressed, he hired someone to take care of her, ensuring her safety.Maxwell's heart dropped at the missed calls and immediately called back. "Why did you make so many calls? Did something happen to Rachel?""Mr. Lance, bad news! Ms. Walker just tried swallowing a whole bottle of sleeping pills. Luckily, I managed to take it away from her!" The caretaker, Lilia, said nervously, "Ever since you went back home, Ms. Walk
Maxwell said faintly, "Haven't you had insomnia lately? Get some sleep. I'll handle this myself."For some reason, Maxwell had never done anything with Rachel, even before Jennifer was in the picture. He always said that it would be extremely disrespectful and irresponsible of him to take Rachel before marrying her.But Rachel hated his way of thinking. Because of this, she felt that she had never truly gotten Maxwell's heart."Maxwell..." Rachel's voice was soft and pleading. "It's only right for a wife to help her husband with his shower. I... should learn to be a good wife in advance, don't you think so?"But Maxwell didn't relent. "I'm not used to having someone with me when I bathe. Be a good girl and go out."Rachel clenched the bath sponge tightly and forced a smile. "Take your time then. I... will leave first."She backed down despite her reluctance. Men didn't like forceful women after all!…Meanwhile, at the villa, Laura had just reminded Jennifer that the next day w
Maxwell didn't want to touch Rachel and said solemnly, "You're still feeling unwell. Let's focus on getting you better, then we can talk about other things, okay?""No, everything is fine as long as I have you." Rachel pleaded, "Take me, please?"Maxwell avoided her earnest gaze. "Stop, Rachel. I'm going to the balcony to smoke. Hurry up and put your clothes on."With that, he walked toward the balcony."Maxwell!" Rachel called out to him anxiously. "Why? Aren't men supposed to lose control in front of the women they love? I've already presented myself to you. Why won't you even look at me? Is it because I'm not as important to you as before? Or do you have someone else in your heart and simply don't wish to touch me again?"Maxwell halted his steps and turned to her. "Rachel, you weren't so aggressive before. Why does it matter if I touch you now? How am I supposed to feel if I slept with you before marrying you? You used to value your purity and status. Do you not care about tho
Jennifer groaned self-deprecatingly. "Perhaps we both had expectations that were too high. He never remembers my birthday. It's always been like this.""But if he wasn't preparing a gift for you, why would he ask if you liked that necklace?" Laura comforted her. "What if that shameless woman was sabotaging your relationship and causing misunderstandings between you two? You still have the entire day left. Let's see what happens next."Jennifer knew that Laura was just trying to comfort her. But she was sure Maxwell wouldn't come.But to avoid worrying Laura, she excused herself and went to bed.Early the next morning, Laura arrived at her door with a gift."Surprise!" Laura presented a limited-edition handbag to Jennifer. "Do you like it?"Jennifer accepted the gift with a smile. "I like it."Even though she had been through many hardships recently, today was her birthday, and she forced herself not to let her mind wander.She wanted to have a happy birthday.Laura asked cauti
Upon seeing Laura, Rachel immediately hid in Maxwell's arms and pretended to be afraid. "Why are you here?""Why wouldn't I be?" Laura crossed her arms and gave them a weird smile. "If even a mistress can come here, why can't an upright person like me come here?"Maxwell's expression darkened and he ordered displeasedly, "Get out!"Laura snorted coldly and retorted, "The ones who should get out are you guys! But if you insist, let's talk things out in front of everyone! You have a wife at home, but you're parading around with a mistress. Who do you think deserves to fuck off?"Maxwell looked at her sharply. "Don't push your luck. Otherwise, who knows what will happen to your father's company?"Laura didn't expect him to threaten her with her father's company. She dared not confront him, but she couldn't swallow this either.Rachel looked at her triumphantly from Maxwell's embrace, provoking her.Just as Laura was about to expose the couple, Jennifer walked over. "Stop it, Laur
"It's a brooch..." Rachel sounded disappointed."Do you not like it?" Maxwell asked."I do." Rachel forced a smile. "This brand's brooches must be expensive, right? You didn't have to buy such expensive gifts for me. The only thing I want is your heart."Maxwell took a sip of red wine, masking his embarrassment.This anniversary was the most perfunctory one they had in the five years they'd been together. He had indeed forgotten to prepare a gift, and this brooch was something Michael rushed to buy.Rachel pinned the brooch to her collar. "Does it look good?"Maxwell nodded. "You look good no matter what."Rachel felt a mixture of emotions. Although the gift was expensive, all she wanted was a diamond ring and a proposal!After bumping into Jennifer, Maxwell became even more absent-minded.As they ate, he said, "Once we're done, I'll have the driver take you back. I need to go to the company to handle some things. I've been putting off work recently and have to get to it soon.
Shawn's words made it seem like Rachel didn't have depression.Shawn muttered, "Last time when you brought her here, her behavior almost entirely matched severe depression, and her depression rating was also in line. So, to save time, we didn't do an Electroencephalogram on her before starting treatment. Only with the test can we know if Ms. Walker's brainwave matches that of a depressed patient."Maxwell asked, "Are you suggesting that you misdiagnosed her?" Shawn was displeased and said coldly, "No, I suspect Ms. Walker is faking her illness!"Maxwell was afraid that Rachel might overhear, so he quickly walked out of the office before speaking."It's impossible." Maxwell immediately denied his speculation. "From what I've discovered, she has shown suicidal tendencies. And you've seen the self-inflicted wounds on her body."Shawn smiled. "Perhaps you trust Ms. Walker too much, Mr. Lance. Of course, I don't have evidence to prove it now. How about you bring Ms. Walker over again
"I see." Maxwell hummed meaningfully, "If every depressive patient had someone they wanted to meet, then would all depression be cured?"Rachel's face shifted. She couldn't bring herself to meet his gaze and stuttered, "Maxwell… What do you mean by that?""It's nothing." Maxwell gave her a complicated look. "Just a random thought."…At the same time, Laura and Jennifer went shopping and watched a movie before returning home late at night."Welcome back, Mrs. Lance." Martha hurriedly greeted them. "It's almost 11:00 pm, I was so worried."Jennifer smiled gently. "I forgot to inform you.""I'm glad you're back." Martha asked with concern, "Have you eaten? Let me make you some supper."Laura grinned. "We did. It's Jennifer's birthday today, so we've been shopping and eating all day!""Oh, today is your birthday?" Martha was surprised. "Does Mr. Lance know?"If he knew, why did he call earlier and say he wasn't coming back tonight?Laura cursed angrily, "That asshole is probabl