Chapter 927

Jennifer froze after hearing Hugo's words. It felt as if her soul had left her body. A few seconds later, she forced a bitter smile. "No, it can't be true. That's impossible!"

"Why not?" Hugo retorted. "If it weren't for you being hopelessly in love with Maxwell, I would've dealt with that old hag long ago! Do you think I'd wait until now? Wake up! Your husband and that old hag are family. Look! He'll abandon you without a second thought in the end!"

Maxwell shouted, "Hugo, shut up! When did I ever say I would abandon Jennifer? Stop trying to stir up trouble and ruin our marriage!"

He then walked to Jennifer. "Trust me. This is an issue between my mother, your brother, and me. You don't need to worry about it. Jennifer, I will never hurt you. I'll protect you."

Jennifer felt her strength give out and sighed tiredly. Tears streamed down her face as she shook her head. "No wonder she disliked me and wanted to replace me as your wife. You should go. I… I need to be alone. My head is a