My Mother-in-Law Selected a Mistress for My Husband

I crossed my arms over my chest and stared coldly at Karen Swift, my mother-in-law, as she piled bags and luggage at the doorway.Behind her stood a dainty woman she had brought along."Johnny, let me introduce you. This is Lily White from our hometown. She's looking for work, and I brought her with me since I was already planning to visit. I figured you two could help take care of her," Karen said as she brushed past me and addressed Johnny Lane, who was behind me.Lily kept her head down but glanced up just in time to catch me rolling my eyes at her. She froze, visibly shocked that I didn't bother to hide my disdain toward someone I'd just met."Who says we're willing to take care of her?" I said to Karen, my tone calm but my words sharp.Karen finally turned to face me and reprimanded disapprovingly, "Why are you so rude? Lily's standing right there! Do you know how bad you're making us look?"I retorted, "And did you think about how I would feel before bringing her here unann

Two hours later, Rosie called me. She was laughing so hard she could barely speak."Guess what? Lily was such a clown! I can't believe she plopped herself right next to Mr. Wilson when she walked in. You should've seen his face! It was priceless. Does she really think sitting next to him would give her a shot at impressing him? Hah!"And get this—she acted like she hadn't eaten in days. The moment the food was served, she dove in and started digging through the dishes with her spoon. Mr. Wilson hadn't even touched his utensils yet!"I let out a low chuckle.Rosie continued, "And then he pointed at her and asked, 'Who is she?' She probably thought he was interested in her or something because she stood up right away. But her clothes clearly didn't fit. I bet they were borrowed."She introduced herself as Lily, and Mr. Wilson just said, 'Whose staff is this? Make sure she never shows up in front of me again!' Hahaha!"I couldn't help it either and burst into laughter.This was onl

When I got home after a long day at work, I walked in to find Lily crying her heart out in Karen's arms. She was putting on quite the dramatic show.Karen's voice rose the moment she saw me."It's just a stupid shirt! Must you blow things out of proportion, Annie? You've got a whole closet full of clothes you don't even wear. Can't you just let Lily borrow one? Here's 50 dollars. Consider it payment for your old clothes!"So, Lily had run home to complain to Karen.I smirked. "Great idea. While we're at it, why don't you sell me your gold bracelet for 50 dollars too?"Karen's eyes widened as she instinctively clutched the bracelet. It was a gift from Johnny that she cherished. "That's not the same thing!""That shirt costs more than a hundred of your bracelets combined. Take whatever you like from my closet for Lily; I'll just deduct the costs directly from Johnny's account," I replied with a sarcastic smile.Karen's expression turned livid as she stomped her foot in frustration

On the second day of my business trip, I packed my things and moved into Rosie's place.For the first few days, everything at home seemed calm. But that morning, as soon as I opened the hidden camera feed, I heard Karen trying to persuade Johnny."I'm only doing this for you, Johnny! This is just between you and me. No one else needs to know. You've been married for a year, and Annie still hasn't given you a child yet. She should've been kicked out ages ago!"On the other hand, Lily is young, innocent, and healthy. She could have several kids without a problem. Once she does, I'll take them back home to raise. Your life here won't be affected at all.""But Mom, aside from not having kids, Annie is great in every other way. I'm worried that if she finds out..." Johnny hesitated.Karen glared at him exasperatedly and chided, "A barren woman is useless! You're too soft-hearted and always so indecisive. Just listen to me and do as I say. I won't steer you wrong, okay?"When she notic

Johnny and Lily stood frozen, like they couldn't comprehend what was happening."What have you done to them? Why is Johnny so badly injured? I'm going to sue you!" Karen cried out in distress as she examined Johnny's bruised face."Perfect. I'll sue Johnny for adultery and demand a divorce. There'll be no financial settlement for him."Karen argued, "What the hell do you mean? Have you ever considered the reason behind all this? Why not reflect on yourself? It's your fault you're barren. Otherwise, none of this would've happened!"I scoffed and tossed her a document. It was a physical examination report from the month before, and I had helpfully circled the key parts in red for her.Karen seemed confused but couldn't resist opening the report. Struggling to read the words, she sounded them out slowly, "Ultrasound suggests bilateral... varicocele..."Puzzled, she looked up at Johnny for an explanation.Johnny blinked slowly, his swollen eyes struggling to focus. He seemed just as