By then, Laura's makeup was already done. She looked stunning as ever and exuded an air of elegance.In the face of Sabrina's insults, she suppressed her emotions, rose, and walked to the rack. "I'm wearing this tonight," she declared, lifting her chin. As she spoke, Laura pointed to a blue haute couture gown. It was the most expensive piece in the store. At that sight, Sabrina was displeased. She immediately shoved Laura aside and insisted, "I want this too!"Caught between the two women, the shop assistant cautiously uttered, "Ms. Scott, Ms. Fletcher, there's only one of this gown. Could you—"Sabrina shot the shop assistant a look and snapped, "The Scott family is bankrupt. Are you blind? Can't you see she's just putting on airs here?""I chose this gown first. Ms. Fletcher, do you have a habit of snatching things from people? First men, now clothes?" Laura calmly responded. Right away, Sabrina's face fell, rendered speechless by her. She immediately called Michel for he
How could this man, who was allegedly Laura's boyfriend, appear much more mature and sophisticated than Michel? What right did she have? Besides, Michel had just dumped Laura, so how did she manage to find such an outstanding man so quickly?Fuming, Sabrina shot Michel a look, signaling him to secure the dress for her. But before she knew it, Simon had taken the dress and held it up against Laura. Then, he asked Michel, "Mr. Jensen, you don't mind, do you?""My apologies, Mr. Moore. I didn't know Ms. Scott was with you. Since she likes this gown, she can have it," Michel responded with a strained smile.Simon nodded lightly and said to Laura, "Hurry to the fitting room and change into the gown. We're running late."With the gown in hand, Laura hurried to the fitting room. Yet, her mind was filled with questions. Why did Michel seem to be afraid of Simon? And how did Simon know Michel's last name? Did they know each other?Laura dared not keep Simon waiting outside, so she di
Michel felt his chest tighten with anger and spat, "You're a lawyer—you're always so eloquent. I can't win an argument with you. But don't tell me you like Laura and that you planned to break us up in the beginning!""Mr. Jensen, have you lost your mind?" Simon appeared to be amused. Regardless, his tone was icy. "Was it me who tore you and Laura apart? "How many women did you sleep with in the three years you were abroad? Have you counted? As for your breakup with her, it was your choice."Having said his piece, Simon did not want to argue any further. As he was leaving, Michel uttered bitterly, "Mr. Moore, if Laura finds out you were the one who destroyed her family, she'll never forgive you!"Simon's eyes turned cold as if a thin layer of frost had settled over them. His piercing gaze bore into Michel like daggers. "Mr. Jensen, you should appreciate what you have now. The less you talk, the more you gain. Otherwise, you might find yourself in the same predicament as Harry som
Simon didn't immediately start his car. Instead, he quietly stared at Laura's figure with a darkened gaze. It wasn't until she was almost out of sight that he drove up to her.Laura never expected to see him, thinking he had left."You…" Laura's eyes watered.Simon had taken advantage of and humiliated her in the past. Yet, he was still the light in the dark when she needed it the most.In that aspect, he was leaps and bounds better than Michel.Michel was the one who pushed her under the bus. But Simon was the one who saved her.Laura got in his car again and thanked him. "Thank you, Mr. Moore."Simon was focused on the road. "Don't thank me yet. I thought I would give you a few days to rest. It was you who forced yourself into my bed. So, don't blame me for going through with it."Laura's heart dropped and she gripped her bag tighter. She still trembled when she recalled last night's pain.How could she forget? Simon was not a kind man and expected to be repaid for his deeds
To ensure Jennifer stayed out of the Scott family's business, Maxwell piped up, "I think it would be better to invite Laura over for a meal. You could even give the gift then. What do you think?"Jennifer widened her eyes in shock and smiled. "It's weird. You don't usually get along with Laura. So why are you looking out for her today?"Maxwell hid his emotions. "She's your friend, and I want you to be happy."Jennifer nodded. "Then it's decided! We can invite Laura and Quincy over and introduce them to each other. I'm sure they will love it."Maxwell pinched her cheek. "As long as you're happy."It was evening when the plane landed. Jennifer immediately called Laura and Quincy, asking if they were free that night.But Quincy had to work the night shift while Jennifer couldn't reach Laura's phone.Jennifer suddenly had a bad feeling about it and decided to visit Laura with the gift.Martha called out behind her, "Where are you going, Mrs. Lance? It's almost dinner time.""Oh,
They were going too far! Jennifer's anger flared. She stomped up to Michel and glared at him. "I should ask you the same! Why are you here? Where is Laura?"Michel didn't seem guilty and replied calmly, "This isn't the Scott Residence anymore but my future in-laws' place. And I already broke up with Laura. I'm not obliged to know where she is.""What are you talking about?" Jennifer's mind buzzed. She couldn't process what was happening.But Laura was neither answering her calls nor did Jennifer know where she went. So Jennifer insisted. "I won't leave unless you find Laura! Listen closely, Michel. I won't let you go if anything happens to Laura!"Sabrina suddenly sneered. "Who do you think you are? How dare you make a fuss at my place? Didn't you hear Michel? Laura and he are through.""Shut up!" Jennifer yelled. "And who the fuck are you? How dare you butt in?"Sabrina snickered darkly. "Let me make it clear to you. The Scott family is bankrupt, and Laura became someone's bitch
Michel paused. He never imagined Jennifer to know such a powerful figure. He immediately changed his tone and reached his hand out. "Sorry, Mr. Lance. It was just a misunderstanding. It's a pleasure to meet you. And you're Jennifer's…"Maxwell sneered at Michel's outreached hand, not making a move to shake it. He held Jennifer tightly. "Listen closely. Jennifer is my wife. Crossing her means you're crossing me too. We'll settle this next time."He then led Jennifer to the car by the hand.Michel was frozen in place. How… How could this be?Sabrina was in disbelief, and she complained to Michel. "They must be joking, right? I don't believe that woman married Maxwell Lance! I've never even heard of her! Where did she come from?"Michel was panicking, afraid that his hard-earned business would face Maxwell's wrath.…Jennifer was silent on the car ride home.Maxwell was worried and parked the car at the side of the road. He cupped Jennifer's cheeks and asked softly, "Are you hurt?
Jennifer's heart ached hearing how Laura was trying to cover up the truth. "Where are you? You don't have to lie. I went to your place earlier. Your house…"She couldn't bring herself to continue.The line fell silent. After a while, Laura sighed dejectedly. "Yes, my family went bankrupt."Jennifer tightened her grip on the phone. "Where are you? How are you doing? Where are you staying now?""I'm staying at a friend's place." Laura didn't want to continue. "Jennifer, I need some time alone. I'll call you again when I compose myself, okay?"Jennifer wanted to say something but the line already went dead.…Laura stared at her phone in a daze, her heart trembling.Just then, the man on top of her hummed. "What do you think your friend's reaction would be if she knew you were pleasuring me right now?"Simon bit her ears, preparing to shake her world up.Laura sighed tiredly. "Please let me off tonight. I'm… tired. I can't take it anymore."Simon suddenly thought of something a