Maxwell had Michael activate the tracking system to search for Rachel's location. Then, he answered the call."Rachel, where exactly have you taken Jennifer?" Maxwell asked coldly. "I won't call the police if you hand her over. I can even send you some money and help you leave. But if you so much as touch a hair on her head, I will kill you! Try me!"Rachel's voice was cold and sinister. "Do you love Jennifer that much? In that case, come and save her yourself. But I'll kill her right in front of you if you dare to call the police!"Maxwell didn't hesitate. "Where are you? Tell me the address."After getting the location, Maxwell ordered Michael to gather his men and head over while notifying the police. "I'll go first. Make sure you stay hidden and don't let anyone see you."With that, Maxwell prepared to leave for the place Rachel had mentioned, determined to rescue Jennifer. But Michael grabbed him. "Mr. Lance, it's too dangerous for you to go alone. That woman is out of her mi
Jennifer's eyes were red and swollen. She was in so much pain that she couldn't even speak. All she could do was shake her head desperately. For some reason, she hoped Maxwell wouldn't come any closer. Just like he had said, if one of them had to die, she wished it would be her.Rachel fumed with anger as they remained so affectionate even at death's door. "You're still acting all lovey-dovey? Maxwell, you love her, don't you? Well then, would you die for her?"Rachel's bloodshot eyes filled with rage. "Don't rush to answer yet. Don't forget, you're not the only one willing to die for Jennifer! She's been involved with Nathan. What do you think you mean to her? But me? My heart has always been yours. I've only ever loved you!"Maxwell found her words laughable and sneered. "What do you love about me? My status or my wealth? Rachel, you've grown to believe your own lies! My only regret is not discovering the kind of person you truly are sooner. The mess we're in today is entirely my
Maxwell wanted to look at Jennifer a little longer, as if doing so would allow him to remember her forever."Jennifer, I'm truly sorry for hurting you."Maxwell's lips twisted into a wry smile as he added, "If I were in your shoes, I probably wouldn't forgive someone like me either. Everything that's happened today is my fault; it's the punishment I deserve. But I'm grateful for the chance to step up and protect you, just like Nathan did.""No! Maxwell, don't do this! I don't want things to end like this!"Tears streamed down Jennifer's face as she pleaded desperately, "I don't blame you anymore. I forgive you! Please, don't listen to her. Put down the knife!"But Maxwell didn't lower the knife. Instead, he said with a smile, "You have to believe that, no matter what, I'll step up to protect you without hesitation. Nathan isn't the only one who can do this—I can, too."Rachel couldn't stand it any longer, her eyes blazing with resentment. She was convinced Maxwell was deliberatel
At the hospital, Maxwell was rushed to the emergency room, his breathing shallow and faint.The on-call doctor examined the X-ray, their voice tense as they said, "This doesn't look good. The knife is dangerously close to his heart. If we pull it out and hit a blood vessel, he could die instantly!"Jennifer overheard her colleagues debating whether to operate. But if they didn't, Maxwell would surely die. Jennifer's voice cut through the room, silencing the ongoing debate. "Prepare for surgery. I'll do it.""Dr. Susan?" The other doctors stared at her in shock. "Have you seen the X-ray? This surgery is extremely risky. One wrong move, and—""Then we'll just have to be careful!" Jennifer cut them off. "Surgery is the only option."With that, the team scrambled to get everything ready. Every second counted.Before Jennifer entered the operating room, Michael asked with concern, "Mrs. Lance, are you sure you're up for this? After everything you've been through today, I'm worried—"
Michael cast a cautious glance at Jennifer, wary that she might be too sensitive and get upset.But Jennifer nodded calmly. "Go ahead."With that, Michael spoke up. "I've known for a long time what kind of person Rachel is. The issue is, she's Mr. Lance's first love, and he trusts her. With her manipulative ways, it's why he let you down. "Honestly, watching everything Mr. Lance did was hard for me too. Sometimes, I even thought he deserved it for being foolish enough to choose Rachel."Jennifer remained silent, listening intently.Michael continued, "Over the years, Mr. Lance has had us searching everywhere and never gave up. Not only did you lose your memory, but you also changed your name and altered your resume. Dr. Lowe hid you away so well that we never even imagined you'd become the renowned Dr. Susan."As for why Mr. Lance kept Rachel around, it's because he believed Jasper was his son. Kids need their mothers to feel secure."Jennnifer lowered her gaze slightly and rep
If the weight of Zion's death didn't hang over them, maybe Jennifer could have forgiven Maxwell after everything that had happened.But if he had truly been responsible for her father's death, she could never spend the rest of her life with a man who was her enemy.Michael's gaze grew distant as he recalled the past. "There was a time when Mr. Yale came to the office a few times to meet with Mr. Lance. They spoke privately in his office, so I don't know exactly what was said."But I really don't think Mr. Lance had anything to do with your father's death. He even risked sanctions from the board to help your father's company through a crisis. Besides, what could have possibly been between them that would drive Mr. Lance to eliminate your father?""But Rachel showed me a video of him on the phone with someone. While he didn't say anything explicitly, it was clear he knew the truth behind my father's suicide," Jennifer countered.Michael shook his head. "You know very well what kind
"I did it to save my life! But I'll never acknowledge you as my brother. You and Rachel are just two of a kind!" Jennifer shot back.At that moment, she just wanted Hugo out of sight, so she added, "By the way, you do know you and Rachel have a son, right? He's in an orphanage right now. Maybe you should go find him instead of wasting your time here."Hugo sneered at the mention of Jasper. "Don't talk about that woman! She betrayed me and left a bastard behind. I want nothing to do with a child like him. Let him fend for himself!""Is this how all men are? You don't even want to acknowledge your own flesh and blood?" Jennifer asked, staring at him in disbelief.Hugo clenched his teeth and spat, "Blame him for having the wrong mother!"Jennifer pressed her lips together. "Forget it. I don't care about your problems. Do whatever you want. Just leave. There's nothing more to say between us."Seeing his sister treat him so differently cut deep. But what really stung was the fact that
In the ward, Jennifer sat quietly by the bedside. She had no desire to ponder her true identity. It felt like a matter of the older generation. What did it have to do with her?Her gaze fell on Maxwell, who was still unconscious. The confidence she had felt after the successful surgery had gradually morphed into a deep-seated worry and despair.Hugo's unexpected visit and his unsettling comment about a "lifeless man" only heightened her anxiety. She couldn't bear to think any further."Maxwell, please wake up." Jennifer's eyes were red and puffy as she choked out, "I can't hold on much longer. If you wake up, I promise I won't hold anything against you. Just come back to me!""Really?"A weak voice startled her, and her eyes widened in shock. She looked down at Maxwell and saw the corners of his lips curved slightly.Though his eyes stayed shut, there was an unmistakable awareness about him, as if he feared missing her promise.Joy flooded through her as she burst into tears. "M