Nathan felt a sharp pang in his chest. He hadn't expected Caleb and Cassidy to be so resolute. It seemed that, despite all his efforts over the years, he couldn't compete with the innate bond they shared with Maxwell.At that moment, Jennifer, in a state of panic, shouted at Cassidy, "Will you please be quiet?"Startled by her mother's outburst, Cassidy burst into tears.Nathan could only try to calm Jennifer down, saying, "We need to go now. There's still some time before the wedding starts. Let's see if we can make it there in time to stop them."With that, they hurriedly left Laura's house, Cassidy in tow.Traffic in Haven City was as congested as ever. Jennifer's anxiety was overwhelming, and she felt a desperate urge to run straight to the wedding venue.Unfortunately, the distance was too great. Even if she ran, the ceremony would likely be underway by the time she arrived. What were Laura and Caleb planning?To help ease Jennifer's nerves, Nathan turned on the radio to
Laura understood that there was no turning back once she had started this. She yanked her hand from Simon's hold and told Michael, "You need to explain things to Maxwell immediately! The boy on stage is his biological son, while Rachel's child is illegitimate!"Simon stared at Laura in shock. "So, you brought this kid here to sabotage the wedding?"He couldn't believe it—this woman had the nerve to bring a stranger's child to ruin his best friend's wedding!Meanwhile, Michael had already sprinted to the stage to deliver the news.Rachel had gathered several bodyguards to control the chaos, and Maxwell was preparing to have Caleb removed from the stage. To him, it seemed like nothing more than a childish prank.At such a grand event, the stakes were high. If the wedding were ruined, it would be more than just an embarrassment. What would become of the Lance family's reputation?Rachel quietly sighed in relief, thinking the wedding could still proceed. But just then, Michael approa
At that moment, Rachel's wailing reverberated through the Lance residence.Flanked by two bodyguards, she was unsure if she was grieving over a wedding that had ended before it began or mourning her uncertain future. The sudden turn of events had caught her completely off guard.In the study, Maxwell regarded Caleb with a stern expression. "So, your mother is Jennifer Yale? She had two children, and you have a younger sister?" he asked, seeking confirmation."Yes, my mom is Jennifer Yale. Don't you know her?" Caleb answered confidently. "Why did you leave my mom? Why don't you want me and my sister? That woman's child isn't even yours. So, why are you so good to them but act like my mom doesn't matter?"Maxwell shot a look at Michael, who quickly caught on. "Don't worry, Mr. Lance. I've already arranged for Jasper to get a blood test. The paternity results should be ready in a few days."He wiped the sweat from his forehead and continued, "According to Ms. Scott, the woman who was
Rachel trembled with fear. Yet, she couldn't bring herself to admit the truth. She shook her head vigorously and begged, "Maxwell, please, don't take Jasper for a blood test. He's just a child, and he's already anemic. How can you ask him to go through this again? I've only ever been with you. Why won't you believe me?"Maxwell couldn't believe that Rachel's composure had reached such a disturbing level. The realization that she had deceived him for years consumed him with rage. Because of her lies, he had lost Jennifer and almost lost his two children. His fury surged beyond control, and he slapped her, the impact making her head snap to the side.Rachel stared at him in shock. This was the first time Maxwell had ever laid a hand on her. Did he really have no feelings left for her?Maxwell spoke through clenched teeth, each word deliberate. "Tell me, what exactly happened that night five years ago? Are you sure it was then that you conceived Jasper? Do I need to show you the su
A whirlwind of emotions churned inside Maxwell as he watched another man hold his wife protectively. If only he hadn't trusted Rachel back then; if only he hadn't hurt Jennifer. By now, they could've built the happy life they once dreamed of. Right then, Jennifer spoke up. Though her voice trembled, her gaze was sharp. "Maxwell Lance, where is Caleb? Give him back to me!"Maxwell had so much he wanted to say to her, but her words stopped him cold. In an instant, his expression darkened into a scowl."Give him back to you?" he countered. "Caleb is my son too. What do you mean, 'give him back'? You kept my children from me for five years. Don't you think you owe me an explanation?"Jennifer quickly realized that Maxwell intended to take Caleb from her. Trembling with fury, she shouted, "You're despicable! If it weren't for you and that woman, do you think I would've taken our children and disappeared overseas? I've been drifting for five years because of you!"You ruined our marr
Maxwell stared at Jennifer intently, his voice hoarse and weary. "I never thought the person I slept with at Nimbus Lounge years ago would turn out to be you. I always believed it was Rachel."I'm glad it was you. Whether you believe it or not, Rachel and I have never been intimate in the way you think. If she wasn't the one that night, then Jasper could never be my son!"Jennifer was somewhat stunned. She hadn't expected that, despite all these years, Maxwell's only encounter with Rachel had been that time. Of course, it was clear now that Rachel had orchestrated the whole thing.But at this point, Jennifer didn't care about any of that. Maxwell was no longer the center of her world. Caleb and Cassidy were the ones she couldn't afford to lose.So, she ignored his explanation and coldly replied, "Whether you slept with her or if Jasper is your son doesn't matter to me. And as for who that person was at Nimbus Lounge five years ago, I honestly don't care anymore."The detachment in
Maxwell's words hit Jennifer like a cold splash of water, snuffing out her last glimmer of hope. After years of secrecy and endurance, he had finally discovered the existence of the two children. Her worst nightmare had become a reality.Jennifer clenched her fists tightly and said, "Then let me see Caleb right now. He's never been apart from me since he was born. Just let me have one look at him!""I'm his father. I'll take good care of him, so you don't need to worry." Maxwell's intense gaze remained fixed on her. "But if you agree to come back to me now, I'll let you see him."Jennifer shot him a defiant look. "Why don't we ask Caleb himself? Let's find out if he wants his father or mother!"Maxwell's voice grew sharp. "I won't make my child choose between us. It's too cruel!"Jennifer's heart sank. If not for his intervention, she might have ended up hurting Caleb in the name of protecting him. She knew how desperately he wished for a complete family.Jennifer nodded in agree
Laura glanced at Simon and reverted to her docile demeanor. "Why are you here?"Simon snorted. "Were you planning to ruin the wedding and tear down the Lance family if I didn't come?""I…" Laura huffed. "Jennifer is my best friend. How could I stand by and watch her suffer? Stay out of my way if you're not going to help."Simon slammed on the brakes, pulling the car over to the side of the road. Laura was startled and stared at him in panic.Simon grabbed her chin and sneered. "You've grown bolder since I last was with you."Laura immediately realized she had crossed the line. She couldn't afford to provoke Simon. She quickly softened her tone. "Don't worry. I'll take full responsibility for my actions. I won't involve you if Maxwell comes after me. It was all my doing."Simon didn't reply and stared at her quietly. Laura always made him both furious and helpless. But she would occasionally fight back at the same time, leaving him itching for more.Without another word, Simon dr