At that moment, Jasper's gaze was filled with confusion as he looked at his parents. It was clear he understood some of their conversation, but other parts left him puzzled.Maxwell noticed it and said to Rachel in a low voice, "Let's step outside. We shouldn't discuss this in front of him."With that, Rachel followed him into the hallway, her voice sincere as she spoke. "I know you might think I was trying to matchmake Nathan and Jennifer on purpose. But who am I really doing this for?"It's for Jasper. Nathan has assured us he can cure him. If you try to take away Jennifer from him now, it could jeopardize Jasper's treatment."Maxwell's heart sank upon hearing that. He couldn't help but berate himself for being so consumed by his anger toward Nathan that he had neglected Jasper's safety.Noticing his reaction, Rachel continued, "Given Nathan's skills, if he took out his frustration with you on our son, we wouldn't even be able to tell. Ultimately, it's Jasper who will pay the pr
Jennifer knew she couldn't hide the truth from Nathan any longer. Thus, she could only admit, "He must have used this medication before being admitted."Realization dawned upon Nathan immediately. "Are you saying they got their hands on this drug through other means?" he asked in disbelief. "I-I don't know. After all, there's no evidence," answered Jennifer. Nathan's tone grew harsher as he reprimanded her, "Are you still trying to cover for them at a time like this? Who exactly are you protecting? Is it Maxwell?"Jennifer looked like her deepest secrets had been exposed, leaving her feeling deeply embarrassed. She turned away, her voice tinged with resignation, and asked, "What do you suggest we do now?"Nathan was overwhelmed with disappointment. He couldn't believe that such a major issue had been covered up just because it involved Maxwell. The fact that Jennifer had concealed the truth from him and everyone else left him astounded. He approached Jennifer and enunciated ea
Rachel took a deep breath and said, "Dr. Lowe, do you really believe that Maxwell and I did something so awful? Maxwell had already explained to Dr. Susan that it was the Greganian doctor who had done it. We were deceived!"Nathan's lips curled into a smile, but his gaze remained cold. "Mrs. Lance, don't be anxious. Let the police handle this, and they'll prove your innocence. "If they find that you and Mr. Lance had nothing to do with it, your names will be cleared."Nathan's reasoning left Rachel speechless. Fortunately, no one was singling her out. Even if there were suspicions, they were directed at both her and Maxwell.As long as Maxwell could clear his name, she couldn't be arrested. With that in mind, Rachel's anxiety eased somewhat. "Officers, please wait a moment. I need to call my husband and have him come here."…Maxwell was in a meeting when Michael rushed in and whispered in his ear, "Ms. Walker has just called to say that Susan has reported you to the police. T
It seemed Jennifer was truly ending things with Maxwell for good. Why else would she be so intent on bringing him down?…In the doctor's office, a pile of unprocessed medical records sat in front of Jennifer, but her mind was elsewhere. She couldn't stop wondering about the police investigation. Was Maxwell okay?At that moment, Nathan approached her. He tapped the stack of files lightly with his slender fingers and reassured her, "Don't worry. The police didn't take him away. They just asked him some routine questions."Jennifer jolted out of her thoughts. "You've got it wrong. I was just… thinking about work," she replied awkwardly. "Is that so?"The corners of Nathan's lips curled into a wry smile, yet he didn't press the issue. Instead, he changed the subject. "I just got off the plane today and came straight here. I haven't even found a place yet. Any suggestions on where I should stay?"Jennifer paused briefly. She knew exactly what he meant, but she played dumb and sa
As Rachel spoke, her agitation grew. By the end, her words were coming through gritted teeth. Nathan's eyes widened in shock before he shook his head in disbelief. He then said sharply, "Stop making baseless accusations! Otherwise, not only will you remain under suspicion for the medication swap, but you'll also face defamation charges.""Dr. Lowe, you're a clever man. If you truly had faith in Jennifer, you wouldn't have traveled all the way back from abroad, would you?" Rachel sneered. Nathan knew she was not someone to be underestimated, yet he felt uncomfortable that she had brought his personal concerns to light. After a long pause, Nathan finally met Rachel's gaze and asked, "So, what do you want to do?""It's simple. Just claim that there was a mistake in the drug concentration test and that the medication swap never happened. After that, take Jennifer back abroad and get on with your lives."As soon as Rachel finished speaking, she fixed her gaze on Nathan with confide
Nathan was aware that both Rachel and Maxwell had looked into Jennifer's past. Rachel's investigation had caught him off guard, and thus, he was unprepared. But when it came to Maxwell, Nathan had seen it coming and ensured he didn't find out about the two children.Nathan was unfazed by Rachel's threat. He stared her down and said, "You won't do it. What good would it do you if Maxwell learned about the two children? "Don't forget, the only reason you're still with him is because Jasper is his only son. But if he discovers Jennifer has also borne him two children, how much of a chance do you think you'd have left?"Rachel's face turned ashen upon hearing that. This wasn't what she had expected at all. She had come here to strike a deal with Nathan, but somehow, he had gained the upper hand. She had assumed he was just a frail scholar. However, he turned out to be as shrewd and capable as Maxwell. He was far from ordinary.Nathan had no intention of continuing the conversation
But deep down, Jennifer knew she had to stop. Otherwise, she'd end up ruining herself.Suddenly, Maxwell chuckled. Though he smiled, his expression remained as frosty as ever. He stepped closer to Jennifer, bent down, and asked, "Tell me, if Nathan found out we'd been intimate, would he still want you?""You!" Jennifer, enraged, raised her hand to strike Maxwell. However, he grabbed her wrist before she could.His gaze was sharp as he uttered each word deliberately, "You've gotten used to hitting me, haven't you? Jennifer Yale, you think you can walk all over me because you know I still care about you and can't forget you, huh?"Jennifer's heart sank. Why did Maxwell's voice and expression seem so eerily familiar? It was as if she'd encountered him in her fragmented dreams. But they'd only known each other for a month. A dull ache pulsed in her head as disjointed memories flashed before her eyes. Yet, they were like shooting stars, too fleeting to hold onto. Dazed, Jennifer f
Maxwell's eyes reflected a mix of reluctance and sorrow as he spat, "All Nathan has taught you is how to be ruthless. Since that's the case, I won't bother you anymore. Take care of yourself."Having said his piece, Maxwell cast them one last glance before walking away decisively.Jennifer's eyes welled up with emotion as she reminisced about her time with Maxwell. Despite that, she fought back the urge to cry, forced a smile, and tried to sound nonchalant."He's just a peculiar man. We weren't even acquainted before, so let's not worry about him," she said.Even though Rachel had revealed the harsh truth, Nathan chose to trust Jennifer. He gazed at her with a tender expression and replied, "Jennifer, I'm so glad you chose me."Jennifer struggled to keep her sadness at bay, reminding herself that Nathan was the one who truly loved her. She realized that if she didn't appreciate his feelings and betrayed him, she would be no different from Maxwell. With a firm resolve, she declar