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
Simon turned around with an unexplainable gaze. "Then call your friend out for dinner."After all, Simon couldn't bring himself to go after the Yale family with Maxwell around. But he could at least horrify Jennifer.Laura didn't understand why Simon insisted on letting Jennifer know about their relationship. But she had no choice but to comply now. So, she called Jennifer.Jennifer was about to reach home when she received the call. She grew worried. "Have you thought things through, Laura? We're friends. You shouldn't keep this from me.""Okay. Then let's go out for dinner together. I'll tell you everything when we meet." Laura's tone was soft and cautious.Jennifer didn't think much about it and settled on a time and place with Laura before hanging up. She said to Maxwell, "Let's not go home yet. Can you take me to Gold Guardian? Laura thought it through and wished to meet me."Maxwell found it strange. Laura kept avoiding her family's issues with Jennifer earlier. But why did
It was obvious that Simon's actions were flirtatious. But his smile never reached his eyes. Laura's head was bowed low, doing her best to hide her shame.Jennifer immediately understood the situation and coldly demanded, "Let her go, Mr. Moore.""Why?" Simon's smile deepened. "Why should I listen to you, Ms. Yale?"Jennifer recalled Sabrina saying that Laura was now someone's mistress, and her blood boiled. She glared at Simon. "You must have threatened Laura into agreeing to your terms, right? Otherwise, she would never be with you."Maxwell held Jennifer's hand and whispered, "Calm down. Don't interfere.""How is this interfering?" Jennifer's eyes watered. "This is Laura we're talking about, my best friend. How can I not care about her?"Simon chuckled and traced his finger over Laura's pale face. "Did I threaten you? Or did you beg to be with me?"Laura's face turned as white as a sheet before her cheeks flushed bright red. She dared not look Jennifer in the eye as she bit he
"How?" Laura suddenly looked up and gave Jennifer a strange look. She sneered, "Can you really help? In the end, aren't you going to beg Maxwell for help?"Jennifer was stunned, not understanding Laura's sudden change. She held Laura's hand, "Even if it means asking Maxwell, I don't want you to lose your dignity by staying with Simon. Laura, trust me, we can definitely find a better way."Laura forcefully pulled her hand away. "You're looking down on me now, aren't you? Yes, you're right, I became Simon's mistress. I understand if you think ill of me. Jennifer, we are living different lives now, understand?""No, Laura, we will always be best friends. And as friends, I can't stand by and watch you be bullied and threatened by him." Jennifer grabbed her hand again. "Come with me, okay? You can stay at my place for now, and I'll ask Maxwell for help."Laura violently shook off her hand and shouted, "Stop being so naive! My dad's situation is bad. No one can save me! Jennifer, let's e
Jennifer suddenly grabbed Maxwell's hand and pleaded, "Can you help Laura? Simon is your friend, he'll surely listen to you."Maxwell didn't expect Jennifer to trust Laura so blindly. Usually, she would question and doubt him. But she would trust Laura unconditionally. Maxwell couldn't help feeling a little jealous. When would Jennifer stand by his side so firmly?"Why aren't you answering, Maxwell?" Jennifer grew anxious. "Can you help her? Didn't you see how scared Laura was of Simon? It pains me to see her bullied like this."Maxwell lowered his gaze. "I'm sorry. I've told you, I won't help the Scott family. I have no obligation or responsibility…"Jennifer said angrily. "Why are you so indifferent? You could clearly resolve this by speaking to Simon. Why do you insist on watching others suffer?"Maxwell frowned. "Yes, you know it's something I could resolve. But Jennifer, I won't be swayed by you. If you want to save your friend, you should do it yourself!"His words embarras