Rachel froze, confusion written all over her face. "You think this is all there is? I'm convinced Jennifer has regained her memories! Why else would she leave Nathan and come between us?"Maxwell's face was devoid of any emotion, marked only by indifference. Stunned by his composure, Rachel asked in disbelief, "You knew all along, didn't you? Then why are you still so stubborn? Jennifer has changed! She doesn't genuinely care about you anymore. Can't you see that? If you don't believe me, go ahead and ask Laura!""That won't be necessary," Maxwell replied coldly. "Even if she met up with her old friend, it doesn't mean she remembered anything. For all we know, Laura might have just bumped into Jennifer by chance, like we did."And even if she does remember, I owe her that much. If she hates me, so be it."Rachel couldn't believe it. A man as proud as Maxwell was willing to humble himself to such a degree for Jennifer. Although the truth was right before him, he still chose to dec
Laura's frantic attempts to keep her composure were futile as Maxwell saw right through her.So, she tried to hold her ground, her voice steady despite the turmoil inside. "Yes, we've met. What's the issue? She's my best friend. Why shouldn't we see each other? And how did you find out? Did Jennifer tell you, or did you have someone following her?"Maxwell didn't answer her questions. Instead, he coldly countered, "So, you did meet her? Has she recalled the past, or did you fill her in?"He had set a clever trap. No matter how Laura answered, it would reveal that Jennifer knew about past events.But Laura wasn't easily fooled. After years of being a reporter, she was skilled at navigating tricky conversations. Despite Maxwell's intimidating presence, she collected herself and replied, "Yes, I did meet Jennifer, but it was at the hospital. She didn't know who I was, though I recognized her immediately."That's when I realized she had lost her memory. I had no intention of bringin
Maxwell's tone remained gentle, and nothing seemed out of the ordinary.There was no way out for Jennifer. With the game underway, she had no choice but to move forward and confront it head-on.She accepted Maxwell's invitation. As she made her way to the venue, she couldn't stop thinking about her strategy.…At the same time, Hailey had her own plans for a date with Simon at the Regency Manor. Having mastered the piano from a young age, she was determined to showcase her skills today. Her goal was to show him that she was not only successful in her career but also highly skilled in many other areas.However, the manager of the Regency Manor apologized, "I'm sorry, Ms. Brooks, but we're closed to the public. The hotel has been booked for a private event today.""Booked?" Hailey was somewhat surprised. A place of this caliber wasn't something that could be reserved with money alone.Although the Brooks family had been in business for many years and had a solid financial foun
The sea of flowers seemed to fade into the background, making it feel like only Jennifer and Maxwell existed.Back in their room, a meticulously prepared dinner awaited them. However, Jennifer had lost her appetite and only managed to take a few bites.Suddenly, Maxwell reached out to stroke her cheek, asking gently, "Aren't you happy?""I'm happy," Jennifer answered with a smile. "It's just that it's my first time being proposed to, and I'm feeling a bit disoriented."Maxwell gazed intently at her and said, "If something's bothering you, please tell me, okay?"Jennifer found herself wondering about his intentions or if he was hinting at something. Was he aware of her plans, or was there a larger scheme at play?She opted for a direct approach. "Did you go see Laura today? If you have questions, just ask me directly. Don't make my friend uncomfortable."Maxwell was unfazed. With Laura's personality, she would definitely have informed Jennifer about his visit.A faint smile touc
When Jennifer arrived at work the next day, she noticed the staff in her department were avoiding her. It was clear they were discussing her behind her back.Once she was settled in her office, Hailey sauntered over with a smug smile. "Dr. Susan, I'm surprised to learn that it's not Dr. Lowe who's backing you, but Maxwell Lance, the president of Lance Group!"After returning home the previous night, Hailey contacted friends who had business dealings with Regency Manor to find out about the event that took place.To her astonishment, it turned out that Maxwell, the president of Lance Group, had rented out the entire manor to propose to Susan. The revelation stirred a deep sense of jealousy within her.Despite Hailey's best efforts, Simon had shown her little interest. Meanwhile, Jennifer had not only surpassed her in their field but also managed to attract someone as exceptional as Maxwell. For someone as fiercely competitive as Hailey, this was a bitter pill to swallow. Her v
At that moment, someone knocked on Jennifer's office door. It was Nathan.He entered with his brow deeply furrowed. "What's going on? I just returned to the department, and all the nurses were gossiping about you. Did Maxwell really propose to you?"Doesn't he know how bad this looks? Why did he make such a big show of it?"Jennifer removed the engagement ring from her finger and tossed it into her drawer. "He proposed at the Regency Manor. It was pretty private. I'm guessing Hailey spread the word, but I have no idea how she got wind of it.""Hailey?" Nathan asked with confusion. Having been away from the hospital for some time, he was out of touch with the latest department updates. Jennifer shrugged dismissively and answered, "She's just a vain and obnoxious woman, nothing more.""Whoever she is, she's been adding fuel to the fire, spreading rumors everywhere. We can't just let her do this! I overheard some nurses talking outside, and it was pretty nasty stuff," Nathan said
The person quickly inquired, "Who is it?""It's Susan, the cardiac specialist from Haven Hospital," Rachel answered, her voice laced with malice. "She just accepted Maxwell's proposal yesterday. If you can persuade her, she'll make sure you get what you're after."There was a moment of silence before the voice on the other end said, "But she's agreed to marry Maxwell. That means they're in it together, through thick and thin. How could she possibly help me?"This bid is critical for Lance Group. If it fails, Maxwell could lose all his credibility with the shareholders. What's in it for her?"Rachel sneered, "The woman in question is Maxwell's ex-wife, whom he abandoned years ago. She's back now, pretending to have lost her memory and deliberately trying to seduce him. "She's doing all this just to get revenge. Given the opportunity you're offering her, do you really think she'd pass it up?"The response came with enthusiasm. "I see it now! Ms. Walker, you're truly the wisest per
Rachel clenched her teeth in frustration and said, "If I were to expose your relationship with Nathan, Maxwell would dig into him and find out about those two kids. I'm not dumb enough to let that happen!""So? Did you come here just to ramble and blow off steam?" Jennifer asked with a raised eyebrow.Rachel's smile didn't reach her eyes as she responded, "I genuinely admire you, whether it's real or just an act. I still can't believe you agreed to marry the man who killed your father. One can only wonder if your father can forgive you for that."This was the real purpose of her visit, and just as she had anticipated, Jennifer's expression faltered.Nathan had already told Jennifer about this matter, which she had buried deep in her heart. Even thinking about it felt like her heart was being torn apart.Now, with Rachel bringing it up again, it was as if a new wound had opened. Jennifer's eyes reddened instantly. Trying to appear indifferent, she turned away and said, "I don't w