Chapter 683

Laura was at a loss for words.

Jennifer's eyes watered as she whispered, "I know where you're coming from. But how could I let them off the hook? I'm no longer the naive Jennifer of the past!"

She wouldn't have started her path of revenge if it was only a matter of the heart. But her father's death was connected to Maxwell! This man had done so much to hurt her under the guise of loving her. How could she ever forgive him?

Noticing it was late, Jennifer suggested, "Why don't you stay at my place tonight? I have new toiletries and a new set of pajamas."

Laura longed to return to how things were before, where they shared a bed, talked about their feelings, and fell asleep together. But that wasn't possible now. Although Simon didn't come home every night, he might punish her if he did return and found her missing.

So, Laura made an excuse. "I can't tonight. I still have some work to finish. Maybe next time."

With that, she left Jennifer's place.

When Laura returned to her apartme