Clara was very loud on the phone. Evelyn could hear her. She also heard Warren's heartbreaking response.Evelyn suddenly felt as if all seven years of her love for him had just been flushed down the toilet.Looking coldly at Warren, she said, "I only told Mandy to make a copy of the footage for me. I never told her to delete it."Warren looked back at her expressionlessly and said, "We have proof, and we have witnesses. And you're still trying to fight it?"Evelyn laughed miserably. Why did she even bother explaining things to Warren? Did she really think he was still going to believe her?As long as it had anything to do with Clara, he would immediately take her side—without fail.Evelyn pressed her lips together and forced herself to calm down. "If that's the case, then just file for an investigation. I've done nothing of the sort, and nobody can force me to admit it. I don't care if my family is ruined because of this. I'm going to prove my innocence!"Evelyn had always bee
Evelyn asked, "What did you say? You were the one who set me up with Warren back then?"Gertrude let out an icy snort. "How else do you think it happened? Did you think Warren was your knight in shining armor? Use your brain—there's no reason for someone like Warren to show up at such a remote alley."If it weren't for the trap your cousin and I devised, you wouldn't have been able to live such a life of luxury over the past three years. Yet, you are unsatiated. You covet the position of Mrs. Larkin."With such a shameless mother, do you expect any wealthy family in Bramston City to marry you? You must return to Warren no matter what. "Otherwise, I'll make sure everyone knows what kind of mother you have," Gertrude said through gritted teeth. It was as though the two of them were not related by blood.From the wound on Evelyn's forehead, blood trickled down her face and through her pursed lips. The metallic taste of blood exploded in her mouth.She felt a sudden sense of repugna
Evelyn didn't even need to think before she replied, "I can do anything but that."Warren pinched her chin between two fingers and let out a soft chuckle. "But I only want this.""Warren, I don't care whether you think I had ulterior motives for approaching you. I have taken very good care of you for the past three years. I don't owe you anything. You have no reason not to let me go."He stared fixedly into Evelyn's unyielding eyes, listened to her babble, and traced the faint contours of her cleavage.His Adam's apple rolled about a couple of times.He pulled her onto his lap and rested his chin on her shoulder, his voice low and husky as he murmured, "Then, tell me in detail how you took care of me."His deep, magnetic voice sent tingles across her scalp. Meanwhile, his hands cunningly reached under her shirt.Evelyn tried her best to break away from his grip but found herself tightly bound within his arms.In dire straits, she lowered her head and sank her teeth into his sho
Evelyn raised her head to meet Warren's eyes. Her gaze was cold, and the whites of her eyes were streaked with red."So what if I am? Are you going to pin me to the operating table and force me through an abortion?"Warren's eyes dimmed. He stared fixedly at her haggard face for a good while.Moments later, he spoke up. "Why didn't you tell me about such an important matter?"Evelyn sneered, "Were you hoping you could have the child aborted earlier than today?""Evelyn Jefferson, can you listen to what I have to say?" Warren clutched her chin between two fingers.With red eyes, she gazed at him. "You're about to get married and have children with someone else. What does it matter if I'm pregnant myself?"Warren scrutinized Evelyn's stubborn expression and discreetly gnashed his teeth.Evelyn's attempt to wriggle free was futile as he led her by the wrist in the direction of the obstetrics and gynecology operating room.She longed to break free, but his uncompromising voice onl
Warren snapped, "You aborted our child just because I ignored you when you were throwing a tantrum? Evelyn Jefferson, how come I never knew you to be so heartless?"Evelyn glared at him with crimson eyes. "I told you, I didn't! The one who caused our baby's death is not me. It's you!""It's all written in black and white. Why are you still trying to argue?""If I told you someone tampered with the medical records, would you believe me?"Warren sneered, "Larkin Corporation runs this hospital. Once the case is entered into the database, it gets locked. Not even I can change it. You should've planned your lies in advance!"He released his grip, staring at the red marks he left on the pale skin of her neck—a piercing pain shot through his heart.Ashen-faced, Evelyn stared back at him.This was the man she had loved for seven years and took care of for three years. Yet, there never came a time when he was willing to believe the credibility of her words.Her lips pulled into a desola
After speaking, Evelyn grabbed hold of Clara's wrist.Instantly, Clara felt a piercing pain course through her body."Evelyn, my hand is not healed yet. If you dare touch me again, I'll make you regret it!"A cold sneer escaped Evelyn's lips. "Clara, don't you know that those who have nothing to lose have nothing to fear? You've set me up over and over again, and if I don't settle the score with you now, how the hell will I ever be worthy in your eyes?"You accused me of injuring your hand, causing you to forfeit in the piano competition, right? How about I fulfill your wish and let you experience a real injury?"With a forceful motion, a crisp sound echoed through the air.Clara's deafening scream followed."Ah! Evelyn Jefferson! How dare you break my hand! Do you even know how much my hands are worth? Even if you sell everything, you still won't be able to compensate me!""That's perfect—I never intended to compensate you anyway!"With another crack, another one of Clara's f
Clara's tears streamed down her face as she held up her injured hand in front of Warren.She had rushed to the hospital for treatment and hurried back, intending to confront Evelyn. Unexpectedly, she ran into this scene.It was difficult to believe that despite knowing Evelyn had miscarried their baby, Warren still treated her so well. Had her carefully devised plan failed again?While Clara cried and tried to approach Warren, he pulled away from her and held Evelyn's hand instead. His voice was devoid of emotion as he addressed Clara, "She's been with me the whole time. When could she have hurt you?"Clara was shocked to hear this. She looked at Warren incredulously, tears welling up in her eyes. "Evelyn did it in the restroom just now. Warren, I'm telling the truth. If you don't believe me, check the surveillance footage."Warren instructed a nearby staff member, "Retrieve the surveillance footage for me."Ten minutes later, the bar manager came to apologize in person. "Mr. Lar
Warren's face darkened as he looked at her and spoke with an unfriendly tone, "I gave you a chance, but you didn't want it. Now, you're having second thoughts and targeting my grandmother?"Evelyn was confused. She turned to the old lady beside her, asking incredulously, "He's your grandson?"Bonnie Durbin smiled and nodded. "Yes. You know each other? That's wonderful! With a foundation of affection, both of you will get along just fine."Evelyn gave an awkward smile and said, "I'm sorry, but since your family has come to pick you up, I have to leave and attend to my affairs now."Just as Evelyn stood up, Warren grabbed her wrist tightly. "You're just going to leave after hitting someone?"Evelyn sneered at him. "Mr. Larkin, don't forget, I have a dashcam in my car. Don't even think about scamming me!"Then, she turned and left without hesitation. But before she could get far, she heard Warren's icy voice."Evelyn, why go to such lengths to play this cat-and-mouse game with me?