A Whirlwind Marriage with the Beautiful CEO Chapter 321-330
Chapter 321
“Sh*t!” Abellyn felt like a mouse encountering a cat upon seeing the lawyer
and even considered hiding for a moment.
Jayden Castro is a renowned lawyer in the industry. If he’s representing Ryder
in the lawsuit, he’ll surely win. By then, all my crimes will be exposed, and the
whole city will know! What should I do?
However, before she could hide, she overheard Jayden’s conversation with
Emmanuel. “Mr. Lowe, Ms. Quillen asked me to discuss the divorce matters
with you!”
What? A divorce? Abellyn grinned with a hint of schadenfreude after
recovering from the shock.
She had always thought that Emmanuel was reaching for the stars by
marrying Mackenzie.
It wasn’t that Emmanuel wasn’t good–looking, but why should a penniless
guy like him get to marry a rich and beautiful woman like Mackenzie? Alas,
the mismatched marriage had ultimately fallen apart. However, she didn’t
expect it to end in less than two months!
Emmanuel was also taken aback. He was evidently upset, but he didn’t react
too intensely. He only nodded with a touch of sadness.
“Here, take a look at this document. If there are no objections, we will proceed
accordingly,” said Jayden as he handed the divorce agreement to
Emmanuel, who felt hurt.
Though he knew from the get–go that this marriage was just a show to
deceive their families and it would eventually end, he still had a hard time
taking it all in when he looked at the legal document. In fact, his heart
twinged.
However, thinking about how cold–hearted Mackenzie could be, he also felt
angry. It was one thing for a woman to have a temper, but Mackenzie took it
too far. She unilaterally insisted on divorcing without any discussion, showing
a lack of respect for him.
Fine, if she wants a divorce, then we’ll get a divorce! At that, Emmanuel said
to the lawyer, “I agree to the divorce, Mr. Castro, but I won’t sign this
agreement.”
Jayden seemed to have seen it coming, and he adjusted his glasses before
smiling and asking, “Feel free to name further conditions, Mr. Lowe. I will relay
them to Ms. Quillen.”
Abellyn, who was watching from behind, sneered disdainfully. Hmph, so
much for being honest and benign. That Emmanuel’s also nothing but a toy
boy! He’s even more shameless than me, all hypocritical and pretentious! He
only married Mackenzie for her money, didn’t he? He’s certainly dissatisfied
with the divorce settlement like me and wants to demand more!
“Please tell Ms. Quillen that I don’t want anything from her. Since she has
decided to divorce, I’ll simply sign the papers!” Emmanuel said calmly,
shocking Abellyn.
What’s going on? Is Emmanuel not a toy boy? Didn’t he marry Mackenzie for
her money? Did he purely desire her beauty?
Jayden, too, was stumped, taking quite a moment before coming to himself.
“Ms. Quillen willingly gave you the house and the car, Mr. Lowe, which
together are worth several million. Are you really not interested?”
“I don’t want them. Since we’re getting a divorce, that’ll make her and I
strangers, and I won’t take things from a stranger!” Emmanuel said, then
turned to leave.
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Despite appearing calm, Emmanuel was actually shattered within.
His mind replayed the moments he spent with Mackenzie. It wasn’t a
passionate love, but it was at least warm and joyful.
He wasn’t an emotionless person; on the contrary, he was very sentimental. It
was difficult for him to leave and change his way of life suddenly. He felt very
upset!
Although Jayden was surprised, he, a professional lawyer, wouldn’t speak out
of turn. Once the task was completed, he would leave.
On the other hand, Abellyn suddenly stood before Emmanuel, her demeanor
completely different from earlier. “Aw, have you been dumped, Emmanuel?”
she ridiculed. “Does it make you feel uncomfortable? Are you feeling sad?”
Emmanuel didn’t respond and just stared coldly at the woman.
He had suspected earlier that Ryder’s car accident was definitely a
deliberate murder, but he didn’t want to speak out without evidence for the
time being.
Given the stark contrast in Abellyn’s behavior, he knew she was worried he
would ask Mackenzie for help. However, now that she had learned that he
and Mackenzie were getting a divorce, she began gloating.
“Oh, come on, you can’t get anything from staring at me either, can you? Too
bad I can’t marry you..”
Abellyn actually felt multitudes for Emmanuel.
Firstly, there was fear. She would naturally be afraid of him, for he was tall
and could put up a good fight. Moreover, he was protective of his cousin,
Ryder.
Then, there was affection. Like any other woman, Abellyn had a preference
for attractive men. Emmanuel, in both physique and looks, far surpassed her
husband. Thus, she sometimes subconsciously made him the main
character when she had naughty dreams.
As such, she didn’t really act but rather revealed her lewd side when she
attempted to seduce Emmanuel earlier. However, due to their respective
positions, her dislike for Emmanuel outweighed her admiration, especially
since he didn’t respond to her advances just now. It made her hate him even
more, and she held him in even greater contempt. His poverty, in her mind,
was magnified infinitely, which was why she now deliberately came to strike
back at him.
“I wouldn’t be so smug if I were you, Abellyn. I’ll get to the bottom of Ryder’s
car accident, and if I find out you had anything to do with it, I’ll make sure you
end up in jail!” Emmanuel warned coldly.
The young woman was taken aback, but she quickly taunted, “Oh, my, I’m sa
scared! Please have mercy on me!”
Revulsion and disdain surged within Emmanuel as he looked at her
provocative posture. He didn’t say another word to her and simply walked
away.
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“Huh…”
Abellyn was a woman with low education, lacking in sophistication, and
unable to hide her emotions and secrets. Just seeing Emmanuel displeased
was enough to satisfy her.
Serves you right for helping Ryder bully me!
After returning to Chloe’s house, Abellyn related the events in the hospital to
her.
“What? You’re saying Emmanuel’s wife dumped him?” Chloe, upon hearing it,
immediately felt relieved. “That’s great! We have nothing to fear now!”
She wasn’t actually afraid of Emmanuel, but Mackenzie.
After all, Mackenzie had put immense pressure on them the last time. They
were clearly not on the same level as Mackenzie.
“You can say that again! That man even swore to uncover the truth and send
me to jail. I mocked him mercilessly in response!” Abellyn also wanted to
share the thrilling news with her sister.
However, when Chloe heard it, she furrowed her brows. “Abellyn, you idiot! Do
you not realize you have indirectly confessed your crimes? Emmanuel might
not have wanted to dig into the matter, but now that you’ve provoked him, he
might fight us to the end!”
After being reprimanded, Abellyn, like a misbehaved child, asked, “What do
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we do now, Chloe? Emmanuel shouldn’t be able to cause any trouble without
Mackenzie’s aid, right?”
Even though Chloe thought so too, she still cautioned, “In any case, don’t
provoke him anymore. Let’s wait until this matter blows over!”
Abellyn agreed with the approach and didn’t worry too much, but little did the
sisters know that Mackenzie wasn’t the only rich and beautiful woman
Emmanuel was involved with.
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Despite appearing calm, Emmanuel was actually shattered within.
His mind replayed the moments he spent with Mackenzie. It wasn’t a
passionate love, but it was at least warm and joyful.
He wasn’t an emotionless person; on the contrary, he was very sentimental. It
was difficult for him to leave and change his way of life suddenly. He felt very
upset!
Although Jayden was surprised, he, a professional lawyer, wouldn’t speak out
of turn. Once the task was completed, he would leave.
On the other hand, Abellyn suddenly stood before Emmanuel, her demeanor
completely different from earlier. “Aw, have you been dumped, Emmanuel?”
she ridiculed. “Does it make you feel uncomfortable? Are you feeling sad?”
Emmanuel didn’t respond and just stared coldly at the woman.
He had suspected earlier that Ryder’s car accident was definitely a
deliberate murder, but he didn’t want to speak out without evidence for the
time being.
Given the stark contrast in Abellyn’s behavior, he knew she was worried he
would ask Mackenzie for help. However, now that she had learned that he
and Mackenzie were getting a divorce, she began gloating.
“Oh, come on, you can’t get anything from staring at me either, can you? Too
bad I can’t marry you..”
Abellyn actually felt multitudes for Emmanuel.
Firstly, there was fear. She would naturally be afraid of him, for he was tall
and could put up a good fight. Moreover, he was protective of his cousin,
Ryder.
Then, there was affection. Like any other woman, Abellyn had a preference
for attractive men. Emmanuel, in both physique and looks, far surpassed her
husband. Thus, she sometimes subconsciously made him the main
character when she had naughty dreams.
As such, she didn’t really act but rather revealed her lewd side when she
attempted to seduce Emmanuel earlier. However, due to their respective
positions, her dislike for Emmanuel outweighed her admiration, especially
since he didn’t respond to her advances just now. It made her hate him even
more, and she held him in even greater contempt. His poverty, in her mind,
was magnified infinitely, which was why she now deliberately came to strike
back at him.
“I wouldn’t be so smug if I were you, Abellyn. I’ll get to the bottom of Ryder’s
car accident, and if I find out you had anything to do with it, I’ll make sure you
end up in jail!” Emmanuel warned coldly.
The young woman was taken aback, but she quickly taunted, “Oh, my, I’m sa
scared! Please have mercy on me!”
Revulsion and disdain surged within Emmanuel as he looked at her
provocative posture. He didn’t say another word to her and simply walked
away.
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“Huh…”
Abellyn was a woman with low education, lacking in sophistication, and
unable to hide her emotions and secrets. Just seeing Emmanuel displeased
was enough to satisfy her.
Serves you right for helping Ryder bully me!
After returning to Chloe’s house, Abellyn related the events in the hospital to
her.
“What? You’re saying Emmanuel’s wife dumped him?” Chloe, upon hearing it,
immediately felt relieved. “That’s great! We have nothing to fear now!”
She wasn’t actually afraid of Emmanuel, but Mackenzie.
After all, Mackenzie had put immense pressure on them the last time. They
were clearly not on the same level as Mackenzie.
“You can say that again! That man even swore to uncover the truth and send
me to jail. I mocked him mercilessly in response!” Abellyn also wanted to
share the thrilling news with her sister.
However, when Chloe heard it, she furrowed her brows. “Abellyn, you idiot! Do
you not realize you have indirectly confessed your crimes? Emmanuel might
not have wanted to dig into the matter, but now that you’ve provoked him, he
might fight us to the end!”
After being reprimanded, Abellyn, like a misbehaved child, asked, “What do
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we do now, Chloe? Emmanuel shouldn’t be able to cause any trouble without
Mackenzie’s aid, right?”
Even though Chloe thought so too, she still cautioned, “In any case, don’t
provoke him anymore. Let’s wait until this matter blows over!”
Abellyn agreed with the approach and didn’t worry too much, but little did the
sisters know that Mackenzie wasn’t the only rich and beautiful woman
Emmanuel was involved with.
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After returning to Yociam Residence, Emmanuel began packing his
belongings.
Mackenzie wasn’t home, but he tidied up her things as well and made sure
that the house was in the same condition as when he arrived before
preparing to leave.
He left just as quietly as he came, as if he had dreamed of a marriage here,
and woke up to return to his previous life. The only problem was how to tell
his mother about this.
Bam, bam! The door was violently rapped all of a sudden.
“It’s already so late in the evening. Whom could it be?” he muttered to himself,
knowing for sure that it wouldn’t be Mackenzie. The cold–hearted woman
wouldn’t rap a door, nor would it be the residential security, for they knew
there was a doorbell. There was no reason for them to knock so explosively.
Upon opening the door, he discovered a visibly furious Terence standing
outside.
“Grandpa!”
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“I’m still your grandpa, eh? What are you doing now, then?” Emmanuel’s
behavior infuriated Terence. He couldn’t believe the young man was actually
going to leave his granddaughter!
“I’m leaving,” Emmanuel said almost monotonously, rubbing his nose.
“Mackenzie has already asked for a divorce, and I agreed.”
“Leave? Who the hell said you can leave?” Terence thwacked the young
man’s head with his walking stick.
It sure hurt.
Emmanuel reflexively held his head in pain and backed up, looking at the
unreasonable elder like a misbehaved child.
“You agreed to the divorce just because she demanded it? Are you even a
man?”
It was that line again, and Terence appeared even more stirred up than the
last time.
Emmanuel felt quite aggrieved. Of course, he was a man. His gender was
clearly stated on his ID. It couldn’t be fake, could it? However, he didn’t dare
confront Terence.
Firstly, Terence was his elder. Secondly, the old man exuded an aura of
superiority–even Mackenzie had to listen to him. How could an ordinary
person resist such authority?
“But Grandpa, I can’t possibly stubbornly cling to her when she has even sent
the lawyer to discuss the divorce with me, can I?” Emmanuel still couldn’t help
defending himself emotionally.
“Isn’t that how guys usually get a girl? Has there ever been a guy who didn’t
need to shamelessly chase and beg a girl? Do you not like Mackenzie? Is she
not pretty enough for you?” Terence peppered, rendering Emmanuel
speechless again.
Of course, he liked Mackenzie, and it was even love at first sight. He already
thought she was ethereal, extraordinary, and different from everyone else on
the first day of their blind date when they sat at the wrong table and at the
first glimpse of that beautiful encounter.
“In that case, why are you giving her up so easily?”
How could Terence, who had experienced so much in life, not see through the
two youngsters? They both liked each other but were foolish idiots with poor
communication skills, especially that granddaughter of his! They were
stubborn with their words but had contradictory feelings.
It was precisely so that he was driven mad by the two. He knew he had to
continue playing the matchmaker for the troublesome couple, or the
relationship would be over if he let them develop it freely only to sever it!
“What can I do now, Grandpa?” Emmanuel asked agitatedly. “Mackenzie
believes that I care more about Claudette, but that’s not true! I’ve tried
explaining to her!”
“It’ll still be salvageable as long as you don’t give up. Leave it to me!” Terence
had come for that very statement, and he felt much more reassured after
listening to Emmanuel.
Mackenzie, you little brat! Time for me to fix your bratty temperament!
Meanwhile, Lexi was working away in the office when someone suddenly
barged in.
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With furrowed brows, Lexi thought, I’ve been working here for years, and no
one has ever barged in so rudely before. Yet, when she saw who it was, a
smile tugged at her lips. “What’s the matter, Ms. Beatrix? It’s my first time
seeing you like that. Do I owe you money?”
“Oh, stop making fun of me, Lexi. I need your help.” Beatrix pleaded, holding
onto Lexi’s arm.
“I’ll help you, of course, Ms. Beatrix. What do you need me for?” In fact, Lexi was
puzzled, for Beatrix had never pleaded with her like this before.
Just as she thought Beatrix must have made a big mistake, the young girl
said, “Mackenzie and Manuel got divorced. Can you find a way to make them
get back together?”
“That’s it?” Lexi was stunned for a moment, then chuckled. “Didn’t you make a
bet with me? It looks like you won. They really couldn’t last three months. Did
you come all the way to rub it in my face?” Suddenly, she became wary. Is
she here just to show off?
However, Beatrix stomped her feet anxiously. “Do I seem like that kind of
scheming woman to you?”
“Of course not.” After Lexi denied it, she suddenly smirked. “But you are one.”
This left Beatrix speechless. If she continues to talk like that, it will be the end
of our friendship.
“Okay, okay. How do you want me to help?” Lexi finally asked seriously.
“I want you to persuade Mackenzie to meet Manuel again and resolve their
conflicts.” Beatrix poured out her heart as she said, “Mackenzie has a phobia
of men. It took her so long to find a man she could get along with for almost
two months. So, I really hope she can find happiness.” Most importantly,
Mackenzie has been treating others so coldly for the past two days. As her
sister, I can tolerate her for two days, but I can’t bear it for two years, let alone
a lifetime.
*Alright. I’ll try talking to her.” Lexi sighed and looked a little unwilling. Although
she was Mackenzie’s best friend and subordinate, she was also afraid of
Mackenzie. It would be extra difficult to communicate with her in her current
state.
Knock. Knock. She quickly knocked on the CEO’s office door.
“Come in.” Without raising her head, she gave the instruction expressionlessly.
After Lexi walked in and looked around, she couldn’t tell any abnormalities in
Mackenzie. She looks the same. No wonder I know nothing about her divorce,
even after two days.
“What’s the matter?” Mackenzie suddenly looked up, and her gaze was like a
flash of lightning. “Why are you staring at me like a monster?”
Immediately, Lexi waved her hands in fear and apologized with a smile. “I’m
sorry, Ms. Quillen. I came to talk to you.”
“Don’t bother talking if it’s not about work. Remember to not cross the line and
mind your own business.” After that, Mackenzie lowered her head again and
continued with her work, appearing calm and completely unlike a woman
who had just divorced. She showed no signs of that at all.
Seeing that, Lexi couldn’t help but sigh. “Ms. Quillen, sometimes being too
smart and too strong–willed as a woman may not be a good thing. Women
are meant for others to care for them—”
Before she could finish her sentence, Mackenzie suddenly looked up again.
When Lexi met those powerful eyes, she quickly shut her mouth and
obediently walked out of the office.
“How did it go, Lexi? Good?” Beatrix, who was waiting outside, asked anxiously
in a secretive manner.
“Sorry. Mission failed.” Lexi shrugged.
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Meanwhile, in the office, after Mackenzie sent Lexi away, she threw the pen in
her hand onto the desk in frustration. Why does everyone around me think
that I should stay married to Emmanuel?
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Mackenzie stood up from her seat and walked to the window, overlooking the
view. Her mind was weighed down by profound thoughts.
A few days ago, Terence told her that Emmanuel was different. He wasn’t
someone she could just throw away if she didn’t like him anymore. Yet, she
couldn’t understand that. Throughout her life, she had thrown away countless
things she liked, some of which were even important. However, with her
carefree personality, once she threw something away, she rarely regretted it.
So, he believed that Emmanuel was no exception.
That’s right. After some time, when no one around me mentions him
anymore, I will naturally forget about him. Even though her mood was quite
heavy, as if something was pressing on her heart, making her uncomfortable.
She felt the pain sometimes, but she believed that Emmanuel would
eventually become an insignificant passerby in her life.
“Whatever. It’s that man who is to blame. How could he choose to save
Claudette in that situation?” she muttered to herself. She was a very
strong–willed woman and never liked the feeling of losing. It was especially
so for her first relationship, so losing to Claudette made her infuriated. He
was my husband! Every time she thought about this, she was determined to
get a divorce. Otherwise, she would be embarrassed if this matter spread.
Since Ryder was admitted to the hospital, Abellyn was responsible for picking
up Tommy. However, she only picked him up when she remembered, and
sometimes she didn’t come to pick him up even after a whole afternoon.
On that afternoon, Tommy was waiting pitifully at the entrance of the
kindergarten while the teacher beside him checked her watch continuously,
feeling impatient.
“I’ve been a teacher here for so many years, and I’ve never seen parents who
don’t pick up their child. Is he really her biological son?” She couldn’t help but
complain.
When Tommy saw the teacher getting angry, he didn’t dare speak, but his
expression became even more pitiful.
“Hi, Miss. I’m here to pick up Tommy.” At this moment, a magnetic voice
suddenly sounded.
“Finally! What’s going on these days? Your wife comes to pick Tommy up later
and later every day!” The teacher didn’t know what had happened to Ryder,
and hearing a man’s voice, she thought it was him and took the opportunity
to vent her frustration.
Yet, she felt something was off all of a sudden and raised her head to take a
look. Wow, he’s so hot; much hotter than Tommy’s father!
She was also a woman in her 20s, so when she saw a handsome man, her
tone immediately softened. “I’m sorry. I thought you were Tommy’s father.”
“It’s okay. I should have come earlier.” Emmanuel’s lips curled up slightly,
revealing a charming smile. “Thank you for staying after school for so long to
take care of Tommy.”
“Uncle Manny!” Tommy quickly rushed over, excitedly hugging Emmanuel’s
leg. Luckily, it’s not Mom who picks me up. She always treats me so coldly and
scolds me all the time. I don’t want to be with her.
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“Hehe, it’s my responsibility as a teacher, but you’d better come earlier
tomorrow.” The young teacher looked at him and smiled. Of course, she
wanted him to come and pick up Tommy every day. It would be great if
Tommy’s uncle is still single. I do lack a tall and hot boyfriend.
“Okay, see you.”
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Emmanuel didn’t know what the teacher was thinking, so after expressing his
gratitude, he led Tommy away.
“What a hot guy with a touch of maturity…” The teacher gazed at his tall figure
with an infatuated look. He feels like a man with a story, especially with those
eyes that carry a hint of melancholy. It’s simply a killing charm for women!
But despite that, he was neither cold nor wicked, and his smile even carried a
healing touch. How could a single woman like me resist his charm?
Tommy had no idea that his Uncle Manny had caught the teacher’s
attention. As they walked out, he looked up and asked, “Why did you come,
Uncle Manny?”
As Emmanuel patted his little head, he replied, “I quit my part–time job. From
now on, I’ll come to pick you up after work.”
Quitting the part–time job meant avoiding seeing Mackenzie, so as not to
face her without knowing what to say. Besides, his family’s financial situation
was improving, and he didn’t need to work so hard anymore. Also, he knew
what kind of woman Abellyn was, so he came to pick up Tommy after work.
As expected, that woman didn’t even come to pick up her son.
“Thank you, Uncle Manny.” Tommy was thrilled. These past few days, he had
been constantly worried, fearing that his father would pass away and no one
would care for him anymore. Now that he had heard these words from
Emmanuel, he felt relieved. “By the way, Uncle Manny, do you know how my
dad is doing now?”
“He still needs a few more days of rest before he can be discharged from the
hospital.” Emmanuel didn’t want to tell Tommy too much to avoid worrying
him. Also, he was researching traditional medicine treatments and would go
to wake up Ryder in no more than two days. “Oh, by the way, Tommy, did you
see your dad when he got hit by a car?” He didn’t know about the scene of
the accident, so he just asked casually.
However, Tommy became agitated and said, “Of course! Mom was in
another man’s car, and that man intentionally drove the car into Dad! But
Mom told me not to say anything. She said that if I did, I wouldn’t just lose my
dad, but also my mom and I would become an unwanted little stray dog…
Sniff…” As he spoke, he started sobbing.
Hearing that, Emmanuel quickly embraced him and comforted him. “Don’t
worry, Tommy. If that was what happened, I would definitely seek justice for
your dad.”
Tommy nodded repeatedly.
When Emmanuel saw the pitiful look on the child’s face, his anger flared up. I
knew that accident wasn’t as Abellyn described. The only problem now is that
Tommy is not yet six years old, so his testimony may not be valid. If only
Mackenzie were still my wife…. She would surely find a way.
At this thought, he sighed inwardly, and a hint of sadness surfaced. Although
they had been married for less than two months, he found it difficult to adjust
to suddenly leaving Mackenzie.
When they arrived home, he discovered that Abellyn was indeed not there.
He didn’t know if she was openly meeting with another man or playing poker
again.
As he made food for Tommy, he thought about discussing with his mother
whether they should bring Tommy back to their house since Ryder wasn’t
there. Yet, he was worried that his mother would bring up Mackenzie. I don’t
know if she can handle the blow if she finds out that her daughter–in–law has
divorced me.
Just as he felt irritated, Abellyn returned home. Hearing noises in the kitchen,
she hurriedly rushed over, looking flustered. “Why are you here, Emmanuel?”
Her expression changed rapidly, shifting from nervousness to relief, and then
her red lips gradually curled into a strange smile.
However, Emmanuel didn’t care about what she was thinking and directly
scolded her. “You didn’t even bother to pick up your son. How heartless can
you be?” Maternal instinct was natural for a woman, but he couldn’t sense
any love for Tommy from this woman.
Unexpectedly, Abellyn wasn’t angry. She just smiled and approached him,
saying, “Hehe, I was a bit busy today. Thank you for picking up Tommy. What
are you cooking? It smells delicious.” As she said that, she actively
approached Emmanuel.
When he sensed that, he sidestepped her with a frown and said sternly,
“Sorry, this is for Tommy. I didn’t consider your share.”
For a moment, her eyes flashed with annoyance, but the next second, she
regained her smile.
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“I’ve already eaten, Emmanuel. You guys enjoy your dinner. I’ll go wash up
first.” After blinking at Emmanuel continuously, Abellyn turned around and
walked away, swaying her hips.
Since Ryder wasn’t home, she became completely different from before-
more indulgent and self–centered. Emmanuel was disgusted, though he
didn’t say anything for the time being.
Not long after, he and Tommy were eating spaghetti in the living room when
Abellyn came out wearing thin pajamas. She wasn’t wearing a bra, and her
figure was almost fully revealed through the fabric, showcasing her
distinctive curves.
This trick always worked on Zane. Whenever he saw her like this, he would
pounce on her like a wild beast. However, Emmanuel remained unmoved,
simply averting his gaze.
When Abellyn noticed that, she pouted. This man is so pretentious! Having
worked at a massage parlor before, she believed all men were the same
deep down. Hmph! I didn’t touch you because Ryder used to be at home.
Now that he’s not, you’ll definitely fall for me.
“Is the food delicious, Emmanuel?” She deliberately approached him, leaning
down before him, and blinked as she asked.
Abellyn had her reasons for making advances on him. Firstly, she had never
been intimate with a man as well–built as Emmanuel. Secondly, she was
afraid that he would sue her in court, so if she could seduce him with her
body, she wouldn’t have to worry anymore. Therefore, she was now
shamelessly seducing him.
Although Emmanuel was a clueless man in relationships, her intentions were
so obvious that he would be a fool not to understand her thoughts.
Seeing that he still ignored her, she felt angry but continued to smile. She
then turned toward her son and asked, “Tommy, is Uncle Manny’s cooking
delicious?”
Tommy, who didn’t understand her intentions, quickly nodded. “Yes!”
“Hehe, I also want to have a taste. Will you let me have some, Emmanuel?”
Abellyn licked her lips seductively, seemingly craving the spaghetti. Though,
what she truly wanted was Emmanuel in reality.
In the end, the man couldn’t bear it anymore and glared at her, saying, “Don’t
set a wrong example in front of your son, Abellyn. And what is your purpose in
doing all this?”
Yet, she put on an innocent look. “What are you talking about, Emmanuel? |
don’t understand. Can’t I have some food? I’m really hungry.”
Meanwhile, Tommy looked at Emmanuel, confused.
I knew that this woman was no good. Ryder’s eyes were blinded back then for
marrying such a woman. That’s why he ended up in this miserable situation
today, Emmanuel thought to himself. “If you’re hungry, go find something to
eat yourself.” He remained cold toward her, and when he saw her snort and
walk away with her bottoms swaying, he continued, “I’m taking Tommy with
me tomorrow. I’ll be responsible for taking care of him until Ryder wakes up
and when the truth comes out.”
At his words, Abellyn quickly turned around with a panicked look on her face.
“W–What did you say? Can Ryder still wake up?”
As he stared at her, he asked, “Why are you so afraid? Are you afraid that
Ryder will wake up?”
Immediately, she trembled and stammered, “What are you talking about? I–I
hope he wakes up, of course. Although I don’t like him now, we’re still not
divorced…”
“You better be hoping for that.” Emmanuel no longer believed her words and
said coldly, “If I find out who harmed him on purpose, that person will be
dead!”
Once again, she shivered involuntarily but quickly forced a stiff smile as she
said, “You sure are… good to Ryder. I like a man like you who takes
responsibility.” After she said that, regardless of her son’s presence in the
living room, she took Emmanuel’s arm and continued, “I’m a lonely widow,
Emmanuel. I can’t sleep well at night. Can you stay tonight and be by my
side?”
“Please have some self–respect, Abellyn!”
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Emmanuel heartlessly shrugged off Abellyn’s hand and said, “The security in
this area has always been good, so don’t worry. I’ll leave now. I’ll come to pick
Tommy up tomorrow.”
In truth, he wanted to take Tommy with him today, but he hadn’t discussed it
with his mother yet. The main reason was that he was afraid his mother
would ask about Mackenzie, so he wanted to take some time to figure out
how to approach the topic. I will come to pick up Tommy early tomorrow
morning, anyway. Blood is thicker than water. Although Abellyn doesn’t treat
Tommy well, I believe she won’t do anything to harm him.
As soon as he left, Abellyn coldly snorted and muttered, “What a fool!” Then,
she quickly called Chloe.
After hearing what she said, Chloe replied coldly, “That man sure loves to
meddle, but even if Ryder wakes up, as long as you shut Tommy’s mouth,
nothing he does will matter.”
“Didn’t you say that Tommy is not yet six years old, so his words can’t be used
as evidence?” Abellyn quickly asked.
“Don’t be naive, Abellyn. A stitch in time saves nine. Get it?” Chloe continued
giving her a lecture. “In any case, don’t let that man see Tommy. And don’t let
him enter the house, either. Since he no longer has his wife, he’s only left with
his brute strength. He can’t do anything.”
“Okay. I get it.” Abellyn quickly agreed.
Meanwhile, Emmanuel had already left Ryder’s house on an electric scooter.
After the Cadigan family’s affairs were settled and Jamison was sent to
prison for theft, Alessandra returned to her own home. Although the house
provided by Mackenzie was beautiful, she still couldn’t get used to it, and
nowhere else was as comfortable as her home.
Emmanuel thought for a moment and decided to drive back home. Although
Terence had scolded him last night and advised him not to leave Mackenzie
so rashly, he still hadn’t considered actively seeking reconciliation.
The truth is going to come out sooner or later. I’ll need to face it anyway. He
decided to confess everything to Alessandra. Since Roselynn has gotten
married, I guess Mom should be more resilient now.
“Manny? Why are you here?” Seeing him return home, Alessandra was
pleasantly surprised and looked outside the door. It was apparent that she
was searching for her daughter–in–law’s figure.
When Emmanuel saw that, he felt even more pressured.
Sure enough, his mother immediately asked, “Where is Mackenzie? Didn’t she
come back with you?”
When he met her hopeful eyes, he sighed inwardly, saying, “Mackenzie and I
got divorced.”
“What?!” At once, her body weakened.
“Mom!” Emmanuel didn’t expect her reaction to be this intense. Immediately,
he supported her.
Fortunately, he was a doctor and experienced in handling such emergencies.
After he helped her to sit down and pressed on her acupuncture point, her
condition finally stabilized.
“What happened, Manny? Didn’t you just go to Flower Mountain for your
honeymoon with Roselynn and her husband? How come less than a week
later, you’re already divorced?” It was understandable that she couldn’t bear
this blow, as she had been thinking about having a grandchild as soon as
possible, but it was the news of her son’s divorce that she received instead.
No one could endure that.
At her question, Emmanuel didn’t know what to say, and he was also angry.
I’ve shielded her from a knife and sucked out her poisoned blood, but in the
end, all I receive is an inexplicable tantrum and a divorce notice from the icy.
woman. Although he didn’t believe it was his fault, he wasn’t the type of
person who liked to blame others, so he chose silence.
“Speak up, Manny! Do you want to see me die from anger?” Alessandra
became anxious and, for the first time, wanted to kick him. He can be as
stubborn as a mule sometimes!
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“Mackenzie has a really strange temper, Mom. I just don’t understand her!”
Cornered by Alessandra’s pressure, Emmanuel had no choice but to turn
around and speak.
“W–What?” She was also in a state of exasperation, not knowing whether to
cry or laugh. Immediately, she circled back to him, assuming a parental
posture. “Manny, women’s thoughts are more delicate and complex than
men’s. It’s normal for women to throw some tantrums. You’re a grown man.
Can’t you accommodate her a bit?”
“Mom, I-” He wanted to say that he had been accommodating her all along.
However, his personality prevented him from saying anything. He was so
frustrated that he even took out a cigarette and wanted to smoke it.
Yet, Alessandra snatched the cigarette from him and reprimanded, “You
don’t usually smoke, so why are you smoking now? I’m telling you now. If you
don’t bring Mackenzie back, I’ll… I’ll be angry! Really angry!” Growing
increasingly desperate, her tone of speech indicated her state of mind. She
had always showered her son with affection, never before uttering such
words.
Naturally, Emmanuel understood his mother’s feelings, but he was more
worried about her health. So, he quickly supported her shoulder and
comforted her, “Calm down, Mom. I understand everything you’re saying.” In
his mind, however, he thought, Even if I understand, Mackenzie probably won’t
see me again. I don’t have the chance to accommodate her anymore, even
if I want to.
“This won’t do! I can’t just sit here and do nothing. I’ll talk to Old Mr. Quillen and
see if he has any good solutions.” Alessandra knew that her son’s efforts were
futile, so it was better to go and talk to Terence.
When Emmanuel saw that she had a plan, he became less worried.
Regardless of what she said to Terence, after she finished the call, he told her
that he would bring Tommy to stay with them for a few days, and she
agreed. Since he didn’t ask, she didn’t tell him what she had talked about with
Terence either.
On the other hand, in the Lenoir Residence, Claudette paced back and forth
in her room, holding her phone. She wanted to contact Emmanuel, but she
couldn’t muster the courage, as she was afraid of being accused of breaking
up someone else’s marriage and being a shameless mistress. But why can’t I
contact him? I heard that he has already divorced Mackenzie.
“Gosh, this is killing me!” She sighed and put her phone down for now.
In the next moment, the door of the room was pushed open by a seductive
woman.
Startled, Claudette stared and said, “Aunt Laura, can you have some
manners? Remember to knock when entering a room. And why are you
dressed like this? I thought it was some prostitute who entered the wrong
room.”
Both mother and daughter were goddess–like figures outside, and everyone
thought they were elegant. However, if men from outside were to see how
the two were behaving at home, their eyeballs would probably pop out in
-shock.
Laura–General Lenoir’s wife–always wore sleepwear that was more
revealing than underwear, parading around the house. What Claudette said
was the truth. Even the women working at a massage parlor wouldn’t dress
as provocatively as Laura.
“Hehe.” Instead of being angry, Laura was proud of it.
Then, she walked into the room and directly pointed out what was on
Claudette’s mind. “So, still hesitating whether to pursue your Dr. Lowe? Do you
expect not to be criticized for being a mistress?”
Instantly, Claudette became agitated and said, “Hey, can you use better
words?” In her mind, she added, Although that’s the truth.
“Didn’t I tell you? Becoming a legal wife from a mistress is a skill, and it’s
something to be proud of. Now is your best opportunity. What are you
hesitating about?” Laura came to encourage her. If she hesitates at this
critical moment, it will erase all her previous efforts.
Seeing Claudette remain silent, she continued, “Emmanuel is not an ordinary
person. If you can have him, you will feel that you have great taste in men in
the future.”
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Claudette was slightly surprised. In fact, she had already sensed that
Emmanuel was not an ordinary doctor, and now she felt that he was more
and more capable. Not only was he talented in medicine, but he was also
skilled in martial arts, too. A man like him is a hidden gem. I’ll feel so safe
marrying him!
“But I don’t know how to further develop with him, Aunt Laura,” she expressed
her concern.
“That’s why I’m here to help you,” Laura said triumphantly. “His cousin is in a
coma after being hit by a car. I’ve already hired a renowned doctor.
Emmanuel and his cousin are like brothers. If you help him wake up his
cousin, he will be grateful to you. By then, you can take advantage of the
situation.”
At her words, Claudette was taken aback. What a cunning woman she is. No
wonder even Dad fell into her trap.
Early the next morning, Emmanuel went to pick up Tommy, but to his surprise,
Ryder’s house was locked, and no one answered the door, no matter how
hard he knocked.
“Did Abellyn take Tommy to school this early?” He checked the time. There’s
still half an hour before Tommy’s school time. Given Abellyn’s personality, it’s
highly unlikely that she would do that.
Yesterday, he used the spare key in Tommy’s school bag to open the door.
Now that no one was answering the door, he had no choice but to go to the
kindergarten to find Tommy.
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“Hi, Mr. Lowe. Nice to see you again.” The teacher at Tommy’s kindergarten, Tia
Poole, showed a hint of surprise with sparkling eyes when she saw Emmanuel
again.
“Hi. I’m here to find Tommy.” He nodded and solely felt that the teacher’s
attitude was good.
At his words, Tia immediately froze. “Tommy? Didn’t he take a day off today?”
“He took a day off?” It was Emmanuel who froze this time.
“Yes. His mother requested it for him. Isn’t Tommy seriously ill?”
“Seriously ill?!” He suddenly had a bad feeling. What is Abellyn trying to do?
“Yes, what happened to Tommy–hey, wait! Mr. Lowe!” She wanted to
continue talking to him, but he had turned around and left. At once, the
hopeful look in her eyes turned into disappointment. At least tell me your
name and contact information so I can contact you. Alas, maybe next time, I
guess.
Emmanuel returned to Ryder’s house once again but still received no
response, no matter how hard he knocked, and it frustrated him. It looks like
I’ve underestimated Abellyn. Breaking into the house is easy, but it’s not
necessary to do that. Plus, it doesn’t do him any good if there’s no one inside.
The most important thing now is to cure Ryder as soon as possible and
expose Abellyn in court. After that, I can naturally find Tommy.
On the other hand, Mackenzie sat in the Bentley, looking out of the car
window expressionlessly.
Meanwhile, Wally was driving and heading toward the Terence Group when
he suddenly heard instructions from the back seat. “Stop the car.”
“Huh? Yes, Ms. Quillen.” Immediately, he stopped the car. What is Ms. Quillen
trying to do? We’re in the middle of the road!
In the next moment, she gave another command. “Wally, quickly go and stop
that mother and son.”
Looking in the direction she pointed, he saw a mother dragging and pulling
the son in front of a breakfast shop. It seemed that the mother was trying to
force the son to do something, but the son refused stubbornly.
They were none other than Abellyn and Tommy.
Without the need to understand the situation, Wally promptly obeyed
Mackenzie’s instructions and stepped out of the car, positioning himself in
front of Abellyn.