Jennifer lifted her gaze and asked helplessly, "Can we really forget about it? You don't mind?""My only regret is me not being there to protect you. I couldn't deal with the pesky Yale family in time." Maxwell's voice filled with resentment. "Remember, you have done nothing wrong. So, you shouldn't bear these consequences alone."Jennifer didn't expect him to say this. She leaned against him and choked, "I thought you wouldn't come back when you left. I thought you would find me disgusting."Maxwell cupped her face and kissed her, not wanting her to insult herself further. The kiss was passionate yet gentle.Jennifer felt her world spinning, and her mind blanked out. Only Maxwell was on her mind.Maxwell only let her go when Jennifer began gasping for air. Then, he picked her up and placed her on the bed.She was nervous, yet willingly gave herself to him. He led her, tempted her, and their fingers intertwined, reluctant to part. They were one until late at night.Looking at Je
"So, you asked them to come." Jennifer thought about the mistreatment, imprisonment, and her severed relationship with Zion. She still felt bitter over it.Maxwell knew she was still upset. "They wanted to come on their own. Your father came to the Lance Group yesterday and said he regretted it. So I told them to come. I think you will feel better if they apologize in person."Touched, Jennifer leaned against him. "Maxwell, thank you."He knew her too well. And only he knew how to help her.Maxwell smiled and pinched her cheek. "As long as you're happy. Let's go, your dad has probably been waiting for a long time."Jennifer followed Maxwell out of the car, their hands intertwining naturally.Zion saw them and quickly walked over with Agnes."Jennifer..." Zion looked remorseful. "It's my fault that you suffered."After a few days of peace, Jennifer had already let go of the past. She smiled. "Dad, let's talk inside."Agnes lowered her head and followed behind Zion, not daring t
Zion thought of something and said gravely, "I've been trying to call her to discuss the divorce, but her phone is turned off. Why did Jocelyn and Bridget disappear?"Jennifer's heart tightened, and she unconsciously glanced upstairs.Was this Maxwell's doing?Zion murmured to himself. After a second thought, he realized those two were full of tricks, so they were probably concocting a plan.He remembered what Bridget said that day and asked in a hushed voice, "Jennifer, Bridget mentioned that Maxwell has a mistress. But I saw how he treated you. What's… the situation between you two? You shouldn't lower yourself for anyone. You must tell me if anything is wrong. I won't let anyone bully you even if it costs my life.""It's all in the past, Dad." Jennifer didn't want to talk about Rachel. Partly to avoid ruining her mood and also to spare Zion's worry.After a chat, Zion left with Agnes.Martha came over with a smile. "Mrs. Lance, dinner is ready. Shall I call sir down to eat?"
Maxwell said calmly, "I'm just reminding you. When we get to Grandpa's place later, remember to put all the blame onto Jordan. And if they ask anything, just say you don't know, and leave the rest to me."Jennifer hesitated. Although she truly was clueless, she was also aware of what Jordan had done for her. She asked, "How will Grandpa punish him if I push all the blame onto him?"Maxwell pursed his lips in annoyance. "Are you worried about him?"Jennifer sensed the warning in his tone and quickly shook her head. She dared not tell Maxwell that Jordan had warmed her heart during one of her darkest days.Maxwell realized something and his tone softened. "Don't worry, he is Grandpa's biological grandson. Grandpa won't be too harsh on him."Soon, the two arrived at the Lance Manor.As soon as they entered, they heard Lorraine's sorrowful sobs."Dad, you can't treat Jordan like this. It's all because of that slut, Jennifer, seducing him. And Bridget too. Those two sisters colluded
Jennifer didn't even look at Jordan.Jordan knew that Robert was furious. And if he shouldered all the blame, the consequences would be dire.Lorraine was still urging him from the side, asking him to throw Jennifer under the bus and share the blame.But Jordan remained silent for a long time before finally muttering, "Grandpa, it's my fault for falling for my sister-in-law. She didn't know anything. I lied to her about the bracelet, saying it was a cheap counterfeit, so she accepted it."Lorraine was shocked and anxiously mumbled, "What are you talking about, Jordan? Jennifer…""Mom, no one talked me into anything!" Jordan gritted his teeth. "I liked her and wanted to give her the best. The only fault she could have was having an admirer like me."Robert trembled with anger upon hearing this. He pointed at Jordan, "You shameless brat! How dare you fall for your sister-in-law? Ben, give him another beating. I'm going to beat this disgrace to death!"Ben knew Robert was furious,
Jennifer turned to Maxwell and silently begged him to let Jordan off the hook. But she didn't know that her actions had touched a nerve. How could Maxwell possibly let Jordan stay in Haven City? Maxwell sighed. "Since Jordan embezzled a huge portion of company funds, he should be held responsible for it. But he is also one of ours, so we can't be too cruel. Here's the deal, our company has a project starting in Adonia next month that needs someone in charge. The job will take about two years. We'll have Jordan work there!""What? Adonia?" Lorraine sat on the ground and cried, "No! Adonia is too dangerous! How can Jordan endure such hardship?"Maxwell remained unmoved. "Would you prefer if he goes to jail?"Jordan smiled knowingly. He knew that Maxwell wouldn't want him around after Jennifer's intervention. But he was content. At least Jennifer cared enough to stand up for him.Jordan took a shaky breath. "Mom, stop it. I'll go!"Robert didn't expect the irresponsible Jordan to s
Maxwell reassured Robert, "Don't worry, Grandpa. It's been taken care of."Robert narrowed his eyes suspiciously. "Really? You've been with that woman for years. Have you really cut ties with her?"Yes, I've talked to her about it." Maxwell was certain.Robert relaxed. "I didn't stop you when you dealt with Jordan earlier. I'm only getting older. That was the only way I could eliminate your rival and help you get a footing in the company. So, you'd better work hard and give me a great-grandchild soon."...The ambulance had just arrived when Jennifer had come back downstairs. The medical staff members were lifting Jordan onto a stretcher.Lorraine walked up to her and suddenly started laughing."Have you gone crazy?" Jennifer looked at her inexplicably. How could Lorraine laugh when Jordan was in this miserable state?Lorraine sneered. "I finally figured it out. This whole thing was a trap set by Maxwell! Jennifer, you're just a pawn to him!"Jennifer's heart skipped a beat. "
"You're going too far!" Maxwell's face hardened. "Did Lorraine say something to you? Jennifer, you'd rather believe in her than me.? Do you think I'm using you? That I see you as a pawn?"Jennifer shook her head desperately. "I don't know. All I know is I'll never forgive you if you did!"Maxwell had nowhere to vent his anger. He slammed the steering wheel and yelled through gritted teeth, "Although I am not a saint, I wouldn't stoop so low as to use my wife as a pawn. Yes, I was furious earlier. If it weren't for you protecting him, I wouldn't have added fuel to the fire and put him in a tight spot! If you hate me for that, so be it!"With that, he got out of the car and walked away.Jennifer watched his desolate figure, slapping her forehead with regret. Why did she choose to believe Lorraine over her own husband?She knew what it was like to be wronged and mistrusted, so she understood how much pain Maxwell was in.In the end, Jennifer drove back home by herself, but Maxwell h