Maxwell avoided Jennifer's gaze and mumbled, "Almost."At that moment, Jennifer's heart shattered. Maxwell not only lied to her but also treated her like a fool. She had believed him time and again, giving her love and passion to him. Was he planning to keep her while having another woman outside, deceiving her forever?Maxwell stroked her hair and said apologetically, "Jennifer, I'm sorry I didn't go with you to get the marriage certificate yesterday. How about this? Let's go tomorrow, okay?"Jennifer felt that Maxwell was so hypocritical. Where was he when her life was hanging by a thread last night? He was with Rachel and didn't even know she was in danger. Even now, he hadn't thought about why she hadn't come home last night.Jennifer understood Maxwell. She could see how distracted he was now. Maxwell might be here with her, but his heart was elsewhere.Sensing Jennifer's silence, Maxwell asked, "Jennifer, what's wrong? You don't look well. We'll get the marriage certificate
Hugo smiled. "I've fed those two to the fishes."Jennifer was terrified and stared at him in disbelief.Hugo softened his tone. "I know you think I'm a bad person. But I wouldn't have let you leave Nimbus Lounge if I really wanted to harm you, right? After all, you were at my mercy and had no chance to resist whatever I wanted to do. Why would I wait until now?"Jennifer thought he made some sense, but she still didn't trust him, considering he was the boss of Nimbus Lounge.She looked at him suspiciously. "Since you let me go, don't disturb me again. I have nothing to say to you."Hugo felt hurt by Jennifer's disdainful and wary face. Even though he had been through a lot, this was the most helpless he ever felt.He sighed and patiently explained, "Here's the thing, I have a few questions for you. We don't have to go to the car if you're not comfortable. How about we talk right here on the street?"Jennifer didn't dare to offend him and risk provoking him. With so many people o
Just as Jennifer turned to leave, Hugo grabbed her wrists. Jennifer was terrified and stared at him nervously. "Let go of me, or I really will scream."Hugo wasn't going to let her go unless he got an answer. He said sternly, "Since you don't want me to bother you again, why not dispel my doubts? Or, do you believe you're my sister and are therefore afraid to take a DNA test with me?"Jennifer looked at him in disbelief, but the doubts about her birth began to eat at her. She had fallen for Bridget's tricks before, so she was especially wary, afraid this man would set another trap for her.After a moment of thought, she relented, "Okay, I'll take the DNA test, but it has to be at a hospital I choose, and I won't take your car. We'll take a taxi."Hugo had a bad temper and disliked others bargaining with him. But after hearing all of Jennifer's conditions, he didn't get angry. Instead, he smiled. "Alright, we'll do it your way."So, they took a taxi, and Jennifer chose to have her
Michael sneered. "Mr. Lance has already left. Ms. Walker, I advise you to save your efforts! Mr. Lance and his wife have an unbreakable bond. What good is risking your life? Don't overestimate yourself!"Michael's words were like a sharp knife, piercing Rachel's heart and tearing apart all her facade and pride.How could she take it? How could she allow an assistant to trample all over her?Back when Maxwell was doting on her, Michael was always following her around, trying to please her. This should be her life yet Jennifer stole it from her.Rachel yelled at him, "Get out! I don't need you here! Out!"Michael snorted, cursing Rachel for being ungrateful and overstepping her boundaries. If it weren't for Maxwell's orders, he wouldn't want to be here watching over her! He would prefer to spend this time at home with his wife!With that, he went out and instructed the bodyguards at the door, "Keep watch here. I'm leaving. Report to me if anything happens!"After Michael entered t
Rachel looked at Hugo in fear, terrified that he might tighten his hold around her neck. Hugo was crazy and would do anything!She asked, "Since you fed Bridget and her mom to the fish, what about Jennifer? What happened to her?"Hugo narrowed his eyes dangerously and said through gritted teeth, "Of course, I let her go! Remember this, don't mess with Jennifer again, or I'll kill you!"Rachel's eyes widened in disbelief.What did Hugo say? He would kill her for Jennifer!Rachel dropped her facade and cried, "Are you crazy? I risked my life to give birth to your child, and you want to kill me for that bitch! Do you know how much work I did to trap Jennifer? But you ruined all my plans and made my efforts in vain!"A murderous look crossed Hugo's gaze. He wrapped his fingers around her neck and tightened them slightly, "I'll say it again, don't even think about messing with Jennifer again! Do you hear me?"Rachel gasped for air. It wasn't until she almost lost consciousness that H
That man must be plotting something!Just then, Martha knocked on the door. "Mrs. Lance, dinner is ready."Jennifer quickly asked, "Is Maxwell back?""Mr. Lance said he has a business dinner, and you should eat without waiting for him," Martha informed.Jennifer's gaze darkened at her words. She went to the dining table sadly and started eating absentmindedly. Her mind was filled with reminders that Rachel had given birth to Maxwell's child. Maybe the three of them were enjoying their time as a family right now.Jennifer felt like a fool.Maxwell had just arrived home when Jennifer was done showering. He was reeking of alcohol and looked tipsy. Jennifer realized she had misunderstood him. He really was out meeting a client that night."I'll run the water for you, you should take a bath first," Jennifer said nothing about Rachel, going to the bathroom to run the bath for him.But Maxwell suddenly embraced her from behind. His hands wrapped around her waist, and he bent down to b
Why? Why was Maxwell always treating her like a fool, deceiving her, and toying with her feelings? Why did he always pull her to the deep end before leaving her abruptly, letting her suffer alone?At the thought, Jennifer put on her coat and followed Maxwell out.Seeing her going out so late, Martha quickly said, "Where are you going, Mrs. Lance? It's already 9:00 pm."Jennifer hummed. "I have something to attend to."Martha said worriedly, "Mr. Lance just left and took the driver. Are you planning to drive yourself?""It's fine, I'll drive myself." Before Martha could say anything, Jennifer hurried into the garage.…Thus, Jennifer followed Maxwell's car from a distance, arriving at a private hospital.Jennifer gripped the steering wheel tightly, waiting for Maxwell to go inside before she got out of the car and followed him in.Rachel's hospital room was the most expensive VIP room here. It was spacious for a hospital room, and several nurses took turns taking care of her.
"Let me explain, Jennifer." Maxwell panicked. He stepped forward and grabbed Jennifer's hand. "It was an emergency. Rachel almost died."Jennifer broke free from him, tears glistening in her eyes. "It's always the same excuse! What about me? How long were you planning to lie to me?"Maxwell held her hand again. "Let's talk at home. Believe me. I didn't mean to lie."Rachel was delighted with how things turned out. This was great! Why should Jennifer live a good life while she can't? She wouldn't let Jennifer get what she couldn't have.So, Rachel put on an act of smoothing things over. "You misunderstood, Ms. Yale. Maxwell was telling the truth."Just as she reached out to Jennifer, the latter dodged her in disgust. "Don't touch me! You're repulsive!""Ouch!" Rachel screamed as she fell to the ground. She immediately shielded her belly. "It hurts…"Maxwell bent down to help her up nervously. "Are you okay?""I think the wound reopened…" Rachel sat on the ground and leaned again