Chapter 899

Maxwell felt awkward. "I can't do that. I don't hit women."

Hugo scoffed. "Hmph, and that's why you got tricked by Rachel for five years and even helped me raise a son!"

"You're one to talk!" Maxwell retorted. "Weren't you also played by her? You were bedridden for five years!"

"You!" Hugo raised his fist, and Maxwell prepared to fight back.

But just as they were about to throw punches, Hugo held back. He hadn't come here to fight today. He had more important business. So Hugo lowered his fist and sat on the couch. "I heard your mother's back. As her in-law, I figured I should meet her."

Maxwell knew Hugo was up to no good. Though Camila had gone too far, she was still his mother, and he had to protect her. Maxwell muttered coldly, "My mother prefers peace and doesn't enjoy meeting strangers. I know she wronged Jennifer, and I've spoken to her about it. Once I bring Jennifer back, we'll move out."

Hugo sneered. "Move out? My sister hasn't done anything wrong. Why should she be th