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
Maxwell hadn't seen Jasper in a while and immediately lifted him into his arms. Caleb tilted his head, looking longingly at his dad holding another child.Jasper then remembered Caleb and introduced him, "Dad, this is my classmate. He's a big fan of yours!"Maxwell turned his gaze to Caleb. His eyes were indifferent, as he was used to parents using their children to get close to the Lance family since Jasper started school. Maxwell even wondered if this classmate approached his son with ulterior motives.Caleb noticed Maxwell's cold gaze and his heart sank. However, he didn't let his disappointment show and chirped, "Hello, Mr. Lance! I'm Jasper's friend. You're as cool as Jasper says!"His innocent and sweet voice quickly earned Maxwell's favor. Maybe it was their blood connection or the innocence of a child, but Maxwell's prejudice vanished completely.Maxwell put Jasper down and observed Caleb, noting how familiar he looked. The thought quickly passed. He patted Caleb's head. "
Caleb beamed. "Okay, I'll tell my mom."…Meanwhile, Nathan had only picked up Cassidy."We don't need to wait for Cal today, Mr. Lowe." Cassidy followed the plan Caleb had taught her. "He's going to stay at a classmate's house for a few days."Nathan was curious. "Who? Why is he suddenly staying at a friend's house?"Cassidy grinned. "Oh, Cal is really popular, and all his classmates like him. He couldn't say no to their invitation!"Nathan was still concerned. "But who is it? Isn't it too sudden for Caleb to stay at someone's house?"Cassidy blinked. "You wouldn't know them even if I told you! Don't worry, their parents really like Cal. He's good at academics, and they even want him to help tutor their child.""Alright, I get it." Nathan laughed. "You smartypants! If I were that kid's parent, I would invite the adorable Cassidy over too."Cassidy quietly sighed with relief seeing that Nathan had fallen for her lie. Now it was all up to Caleb to bring their dad back!…Rach
"What?" Rachel was surprised. "He's staying with us?"Maxwell huffed. "This is my house. Don't I get to decide? Can't you be a little more tolerant of a child?"Rachel knew Maxwell well. It was difficult to persuade him once he made up his mind. Besides, it wasn't worth offending Maxwell over a child with their wedding approaching. She forced a smile. "Anything you say. I was just worried someone might use Jasper to get close to us. But if you think the child is fine, I'll take good care of him. I'll head to the kitchen and prepare dinner to welcome him."With that, Rachel headed to the kitchen, wanting to put on a good wife persona. However, just as she reached the kitchen, she overheard two maids talking."Did you see the little boy Mr. Jasper brought home? He's so cute! I could barely resist pinching his cheeks when I brought in the juice earlier.""He's polite too. Oh, did you notice how he resembles Mr. Lance?""Now that you mention it, I see the resemblance, especially th
Caleb feigned innocence. "Yes, my mom's name is Jennifer. Do you know her too?""I knew it!" Rachel narrowed her eyes and asked through gritted teeth, "Tell me, what did she send you here for?"Caleb tilted his head. "Why should I tell you? Besides, my mom didn't send me here.""Oh, really?" Rachel pulled out her phone. "Then I'll call Jennifer and ask her if she knows her son is at my house!"Caleb panicked. He had just started his quest to find his dad, and he couldn't let it end before it began. He quickly came up with a plan. "Miss, Mr. Lance is my dad, isn't he? If you dare snitch on me, I'll tell Mr. Lance he's my dad right now! And it seems like he doesn't know this yet!"Rachel paled. She wanted to strangle this shameless brat in front of her. He was just as cunning as Jennifer!She shook with anger and clutched her phone tightly. "Nonsense! How dare you act chummy with the Lance family? Who knows who your mom slept with to have you? I'll throw you out if you keep lying!"