Jennifer's heart began to race as a bad feeling welled up within her. Her instincts told her that something was off with Maxwell.His eyes looked hazy from the alcohol as he gazed at her. "The wedding dress is ready, and the wedding preparations are almost complete. What about you? Are you ready to become my wife?"Jennifer was taken aback and forced a smile. "Why are you asking this all of a sudden? Did something happen?""Can't I… ask?" Maxwell suddenly grabbed her chin. "Is this question so hard to answer? Is becoming my wife something you need to struggle with?"Jennifer realized that Maxwell must have found out something. Otherwise, he wouldn't be acting this way. She immediately struggled free from his grip and looked at him warily. "If you have something to say, just say it. Don't touch me."Maxwell laughed, his eyes bloodshot and his laughter tinged with sorrow. "So, you finally dropped the act. Jennifer, why don't you keep pretending!"He was practically yelling at this
Jennifer sneered. "I should be asking you that! What were you thinking when you hurt me over and over again and forced me to move to another country because of that woman? Now that you have her, and you have a child with her, you want to turn around and have me too? Maxwell, you think this is a joke?"Anger flared up in Maxwell's gaze. He stormed over and yanked Jennifer toward him. "You stupid woman! I've been too nice to you and you took advantage of that! You crossed my line again and again because you know I like you! If that's what you think of me, fine, I'll oblige you!"The next moment, he grabbed her face and bit down on her lips. The strong taste of alcohol filled Jennifer's mouth, while Maxwell's hands restlessly tried to unbutton her clothes.But Jennifer was filled with a newfound strength and broke free from his grip. Blood stained the corners of Jennifer's mouth, but her eyes were filled with determination. She glared at him. "Maxwell, I will fight you if you dare to l
The house was filled with laughter. The two children were happily playing while Nathan prepared dinner.Jennifer smiled helplessly. "Dr. Lowe, you didn't need to cook for us. We have a housekeeper for that.""But I want to cook for you," Nathan said. "I made your and Cass' favorite mushroom soup. Go wash your hands."Unfortunately, Jennifer was still distracted by what had happened at Maxwell's place.Nathan noticed her unusual demeanor and grew concerned. "What's wrong? You look pale."Jennifer didn't want to hide anything from him and sighed. She sat at the table and mumbled, "Maxwell… He knows."Nathan paused and asked nervously, "What does that mean? Does he know you're seeking revenge?""Yes." Jennifer sighed and told Nathan about what happened at Maxwell's house.Nathan listened with a horrified expression and immediately checked her over. "He just let you go? Are you… hurt?""No." Jennifer rubbed her temple and smiled. "Dr. Lowe, do you also think I'm useless? I've been
Jennifer realized it was already late. She had slept so soundly that she hadn't heard Laura ringing the doorbell.She jumped out of bed to let Laura in."What on earth is going on?" Laura stormed in and plopped down on the couch. "Why is Maxwell marrying Rachel? Isn't he supposed to be head over heels for you?"Jennifer was stunned and looked at her in confusion."You didn't know?" Laura immediately pulled out her phone and showed Jennifer a post. "Look at this. Lance Group has announced that Maxwell and Rachel will hold their wedding at the beginning of next month. I can't believe it. Those two ended up together! Where's the karma?"Jennifer felt dazed when she saw the news but quickly came to her senses. A proud person like Maxwell would never tolerate having his dignity toyed with. He probably wanted to show her that he could marry someone else even if he didn't marry her.Laura looked at her curiously. "What happened? You're making me anxious."Jennifer recounted the events.
Unfortunately, Laura did not reveal her situation with Simon. Jennifer had her own things to deal with, and Laura didn't want to create any more trouble for her. There were things she should endure alone.Laura wiped away her tears and forced a smile. "What secrets could I have? I was just sad at the thought of you leaving and knew how difficult it would be for us to meet. Just thinking about it makes me want to cry."Jennifer comforted her, "I told you I would visit you. Just give me a call, and I promise I'll book a ticket immediately, okay?"…Meanwhile, at the Lance Manor, Rachel was treated as the lady of the house when she returned. Aside from Martha, the maids fawned over her, eager to serve her. Rachel knew that her return was thanks to Jennifer. If Jennifer hadn't hurt Maxwell, she wouldn't have been brought back, nor would Maxwell have promised to marry her.Rachel lounged on the couch with a glass of wine. The future was truly unpredictable. The news quickly spread am
Rachel walked into the office and placed a wedding invitation on the table. She gave Jennifer a victorious look. "As Jasper's doctor, you must come to Maxwell's and my wedding!"Jennifer glanced at the invitation before sneering at Rachel. "Are you sure you'll still be able to have the wedding if I show up?"Rachel's face fell and she whispered through gritted teeth, "Jennifer, you've lost this time! Maxwell will never trust you again. No matter what tricks you pull, it won't work!"Though Jennifer was raging inside, she maintained a calm demeanor. "Ms. Walker, not everyone enjoys others' leftovers. You're welcome to have them. But I fear you might not be able to handle them.""Fine, we'll see!" Rachel's gaze sharpened. "When the time comes, I'll make sure you witness the moment I become Maxwell's wife and be admired by every woman in Haven City. Jennifer, you'll never get the things you want! Your children will never have a father!"After venting her frustrations, Rachel left the
How could Hailey call herself a doctor if she couldn't meet her patients? She would be the laughingstock of her circle if word got out!Hailey fumed. "Fine, I'll write it! But this isn't over, Susan. Just you wait!"With that, she grabbed the two complaint letters and stormed back to her desk to write the report.Jennifer didn't feel any better from dealing with Hailey. She sat at her desk, deep in thought.Over the next few days, Rachel deliberately stayed at the hospital with Jasper, hoping to disgust Jennifer. However, Jennifer never returned to Jasper's ward for rounds. Instead, she assigned other doctors to do it, while she set the medication plans.Although Rachel hated Jennifer, she had to admit that Jasper's condition had improved drastically after three treatments. She even took him to another hospital for an evaluation and found there wasn't an urgent need for a heart transplant now.Rachel never saw Jennifer even until Jasper was discharged, and she had no chance to bo
Caleb's gaze sharpened. So, Jasper's mom was Jennifer's bully. And to think he used to mingle with Jasper. He wouldn't have befriended Jasper if he had known earlier!Cassidy noticed Caleb's strange behavior and quietly asked, "Cal, what's wrong? Why are you looking at Jasper like that?" Caleb didn't respond and just sat there, sulking.Just then, the teacher said, "Did everyone fill out the family information form yesterday? Caleb, as the monitor, please collect them for me."As the monitor, Caleb naturally went to collect the forms. However, he noticed a familiar name on Jasper's form."Jasper, your dad... is Maxwell Lance?" Caleb's eyes widened in disbelief. Wasn't Maxwell the name in the paternity test from Jennifer's drawer? So, Jasper's dad was also his dad?Caleb's heart pounded against his chest.Jasper looked at him in confusion and nodded. "Yes, he's my dad. What's wrong?"Caleb's expression turned sour. So, Jasper and his mom were the reason their dad abandoned Je