Semua Bab Falling for the rejected son-in-law: Bab 71 - Bab 80

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71. Consequences

As Philip and Jada were about to head back to the rest of the family, Jada hugged his arm, stopping him in his tracks. "Uncle Phillip," She began. "We need to talk." Looking away from his father, Phillip stared up, his eyes weary but welcoming. "Jada, my dear, what's on your mind?" For a moment, She hesitated, choosing her words carefully. "I have been hearing rumors about your company, about how it's not doing well. Is that true?" A dumbfounded look crossed Phillip's face, but then he lowered his head and sighed, "Yes, Jada, it's true. The company's been struggling nowadays." For a while now, Jada had been researching all of her grandfather's company, so his confession didn't come as a shock to her, but the look of hurt and guilt she saw in his eyes was what got to her. "Why?" Jada asked, her expression gentle but insistent. "What's causing this downfall?" As he eyed Andrew, Phillip hesitated, and then his gaze dropped to his hand, stuffing both in his pocket. "It's complicate
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72. Someone is going to pay

The room was filled with tension as Andrew and Jada locked eyes in a silent standoff. Mr. Hudson's face contorted with frustration as he tried to mediate the situation. "Enough, both of you!" he barked. "This is not the time or the place for this confrontation. We will address these issues in due time, but for now, I demand that we all calm down and leave this meeting." But Andrew was too embarrassed to back down. He had sworn that he was going to get justice, but instead, he was being humiliated even more, and his little bruised ego wouldn't allow him to let go. "Father, you either make Jada knee, or I will." Andrewlashed out, and a scoff left Jada's lips at how ridiculous he sounded. Clutching the chair arm a bit tighter, Mr. Hudson looked at his son with exasperation and disappointment. The tension in the room had reached its peak, but Jada was not flinching at her uncle's flaring nose. "Andrew, I understand your concerns, but this is not the way to resolve our family issues,"
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73. All she cares about is herself

Finally, Andrew managed to get back on his feet, and unintentionally, he locked eyes with Chase. The look in his eyes made Andrew swallow, and he backed away slightly. "Drag him to me." Chase commended, and Jada looked up at him, seeing a side of his expression that sent chills down her spine. It was not fear that she felt, but the mere look in his eyes told her that there was a darker side that she never knew existed. As three of Chase's men approached him, Andrew looked to his father, pleading with his eyes, but Mr. Hudson was afraid of the man Chase was, and he looked away as the three men yanked Andrew off the wall, tossed him to the ground, and started dragging him by his legs as he tried to fight. Finally, the men tossed him at Chase's feet, and he looked up to see Jada staring down at him with no emotion in her eyes. "Explain yourself so people won't think that I am being unfair," Chase said as he watched Andrew crawl to his knees and then stand. Glaring at his niece, Andr
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74. I will make you pay

As Andrew groaned out in pain, refusing to answer her, Jada looked at him with a mischievous glint in her eyes as she leaned in closer, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "So, Uncle Andrew," she said, her tone exaggeratedly sweet, "do you think I should break up with Chase?" The question hung in the air for a moment, and the room fell silent as she added, "Which is which? You want me to dumb him or him to leave me... But honestly, either way, you will be getting your wish, right?" With her head held high, Jada stood at the center of the bustling lobby of ADs Group, her heart pounding in her chest. She had just uttered a provocative question to her uncle, and she waited for him to argue. Suddenly, her tone shifted from mockery to sincerity. "I love Chase," she declared, her gaze fixed on him. "More than anything or anyone in this world. He's the reason I smile every day, the person who fills my life with laughter and joy. And I'm not letting go of him for anything." When Jada and he
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75. Make a run for it

As the seconds turned into minutes, Maria had been seething with frustration and anxiety as she watched Chase and Jada, flanked by their bodyguards, exit the lobby. Just the echoes of the employees gossiping flowed in her ear, and the tension that had been building within her only seemed to intensify the more she heard their judgmental tone, and she let out a deep sigh. Her eyes, filled with anger and embarrassment, turned to her grandfather, who was slowly rising from his chair. This was the moment she had been waiting for. Folding her fingers into a tight fist, Maria hurriedly crossed the lobby and followed her grandfather as he made his way towards the parking lot. The evening air was cool and crisp, a stark contrast to the madness within Maria's heart. She finally caught up with him beside his car, and without wasting a moment, she voiced the anger that had been burning within her. "Grandfather, how could you allow Chase to leave with Jada after everything he did to my father
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76. Losing them forever

In the silence, Jada, Rolex, and Rob stood frozen in the dimly lit living room, their eyes locked onto Chase, sitting there, his glare piercing, sending shivers down their spines. As the adrenaline that had surged through their veins moments ago began to subside, Rob and Rolex exchanged uneasy glances. They were faithful to Chase and devoted to their roles as his most trusted guards. But now, under his intense scrutiny, they felt like they were walking on thin ice. "Master, we are loyal to you," Rob stammered, his voice quivering with anxiety. Their words seemed to fall on deaf ears as Chase remained silent, his stern expression unyielding. The room seemed to grow colder, and fear tightened its grip on both Rob and Rolex. Jada watched the tense exchange, her thoughts racing, and she pondered, 'It seems like he's not mad at me but at them. Why though? Rob and Rolex seemed to be his best men because he trusted these two to carry me places without requesting more men to go after me.
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77. Dying breath

When Chase opened the bedroom door and shut it close behind him, Jada gulped, trying to calm her nerves. Finally, Chase let her down by the bed, and Jada stood there, watching him sit on the edge of the mattress, waiting for him to say something. "What you did today, calling me to get you and annoying your uncle, it was deliberate, wasn't it?" He asked, his eyes meeting hers with a don't lie to me, glare. Silence fell between them for a moment, and when she didn't deny it, Chase sighed, his tone hardening, his eyes boring into hers, "Do you even fear for your own life, Jada?" Biting her lip, Jada lowered her head and clenched her fists tightly, not saying a word. 'I know I should. I know I should listen to you. I want for them to pay for what they have done to me, for all the years they made a fool and a mockery out of my naiveness and kindness.' She thought, but somehow, she couldn't bring herself to say it out loud. "If you are not going to say something to justify your action
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78. A bad reminder

The sun dipped below the rolling hills of the Napa Valley, casting long shadows across the lush vineyards as Andrew drove his black BMW car down the winding road. Even though he was not invited, he was still headed to a wine-tasting event hosted by his close business friend, Lucas, because he figured his invite got lost in the mail. The event was held at a magnificent chateau nestled amidst the vineyards. Andrew's heart raced as he pulled into the grand driveway, surrounded by luxury cars and elegant guests. He had been absent from gatherings like this for far too long, especially since the accident took place between Jada and him, and he felt a surge of ego boost as he approached the entrance. Inside the opulent tasting room, the atmosphere was electric. Glasses clinked, laughter filled the air, and the room buzzed with conversations about mergers, acquisitions, and market trends. Holding his head high, Andrew scanned the room, searching for familiar faces. He spotted Lucas, Stel
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79. Speak the truth

Looking around in disgust, Maria had never liked the cramped, dimly lit living room in their new house. It seemed like every corner was a reminder of how their lives had taken a sudden turn for the worse. "I can't believe I had to give up my car, Dad!" Maria exclaimed, her frustration bubbling up. "I mean, how am I supposed to get around? No one invites me out anymore. I hate this house, and it's all Jada's fault!" With a scowl, Andrew glanced up from the sea of papers, and he took a long look at her before shaking his head. "Maria," Andrew sighed, "We have been over this. We lost the company, and sacrifices had to be made. You should be old enough to understand and stop whining in my ears. No one is willing to help us out of this shit hole, and Father dared to punish me for so long because of that little...!" "Can't you beg Grandpa... do whatever it takes! This can't be my life! I'm practically grounded, Dad," Maria shot back, her resentment swelling. "I don't even have my car
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80. Keep Jada out of this.

Keeping her silence, Jada's internal struggle weighed on her as she looked into Chase's eyes and then glimpsed at the sky with a deep sigh. "Nothing important," she finally replied, forcing a smile that didn't reach her eyes. She leaned in and kissed him gently, hoping her affection would mask the unease within her. "Just thinking about work. I have a big presentation today, and it's been stressing me out." The way she couldn't meet his gaze had Chase studying her with a knowing look, and then he let it go, saying, "You've been working long hours, Jada. I worry about you. Don't forget to take care of yourself." His concern touched her, but it also added to her guilt. She kissed him again and said, "I promise, once this project is over, I'll take a break. But for now, I've got to go." Reluctantly, Chase released her, and Jada went into the bedroom to get ready for work. As she dressed, she couldn't help but replay her conversation with Chase in her mind. The weight of her secret, an
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