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In the end, Hugo's attempted murder charge was reduced to simple assault, and he was released from the police station.

Meanwhile, Camila had grown tired of staying in the hospital. By the next day, she was demanding to be discharged, eager to return to her life as a wealthy, high-society woman.

The only thing that bothered her was having to put up with Jennifer at the Lance residence. She had assumed Jennifer and Maxwell would have moved out by now.

To Camila's surprise, Jennifer suggested they continue living together. She wasn't planning on leaving anymore, catching Camila off guard.

While Maxwell was out, Camila asked bitterly, "What's your plan?"

Jennifer dropped the pretense and coldly replied, "I'm keeping you close to make sure you behave. Don't even think about trying any of your usual tricks. You fought hard to get back here, so don't go digging your own grave. Otherwise, no one can save you."

"Don't forget, Maxwell is still my son!" Camila snapped. "Would you dare talk
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