To keep Hugo in check, Rachel adopted her gentle and seductive demeanor again. She took the initiative to press her curved figure against his body and said, "Hugo, just bear with it for a little longer. I'll make sure our son inherits the Lance family's assets."Rachel flirted with Hugo while allowing him to have his way.It was not until late into the night that the creaking of the large bed finally quieted down. Hugo was a cunning person who kept his personal dealings under wraps. He'd never spent the night with any woman. Once his desires were satisfied, he left with a sense of contentment. On the other hand, Rachel's eyes slowly took on an ominous intensity. She mentally vowed to find a way to break free from Hugo's control. At the very least, she could not allow him to use this child against her.Not long after Hugo left, Rachel tidied herself up and departed from Nimbus Lounge.…Early the next morning, Rachel prepared an exquisite breakfast and headed straight to
Now, Rachel chose not to force Maxwell into getting a divorce. On the contrary, she skillfully handled the situation. Without saying too much, she was ready to leave. Only by doing so could she prevent Maxwell from feeling displeased. Rachel knew that she did not need to urge him to divorce Jennifer. As long as this child and their relationship existed, Jennifer would never be able to accept it. They would not be happy. At that thought, Rachel appeared even more considerate. She wanted to let Maxwell see the difference between herself and Jennifer. "Max, I'm leaving now. Don't overwork yourself, okay?"Rachel cast Maxwell a reluctant glance and left his office.Eager to curry favor with her, the secretary escorted her downstairs. As Rachel was about to get into the car, the secretary asked in a flattering tone, "Ms. Walker, when will we have the pleasure of attending your and Mr. Lance's wedding?""It should be soon." Rachel smiled shyly. With that, she got into the ve
"Hmph, why should we take this to the back? Let's talk here, in front of your students and their parents. You'd better explain clearly your affair with Maxwell!" Zion refused to leave, determined to tear off Rachel's mask.During their dispute, the parents finally discovered something. "Oh my god! I can't believe this, Ms. Walker! I knew it! You're so young and didn't come from a good background. How could you afford to open a dance studio here?"Another parent chimed in, "I never expected someone who speaks of righteousness and morality would be a homewrecker. From today on, our children won't take classes from you anymore, lest they be led astray.""That's right, isn't this deceiving the youth?"Those parents exchanged words, then directly took their children and left.Not only that, some parents even threatened to spread this in their social circles to prevent others from falling victim to Rachel.One by one, the parents and students left, leaving only Rachel and Zion.Rachel
Agnes said from the side, "Your dad said he fell, but it looks like he got into a fight. Otherwise, besides the injury on his arm, why would there be injuries on his face? And at the corners of his mouth too."Zion waved them off. "I told you, I fell. And it'll be fine in a couple of days. Don't worry about it."Jennifer felt both pity and anger. "I don't buy it. I'm a doctor, and your injury is definitely not from a fall. You can't hide it from me.""If you don't believe me, then forget it. It's the truth anyway." With that, Zion lowered his head and stuffed his mouth full of food.Jennifer pulled out her phone furiously. "It's obvious you were beaten up. I'm going to call the police. They will definitely find out who attacked you.""Jennifer!" Zion stopped her and sighed. "I fought back, but there were too many of them, so I couldn't win. I consulted a lawyer. Even if we report it to the police, both parties will be deemed responsible. It's useless!"Jennifer widened her eyes i
That evening, due to Zion's intervention, Jennifer didn't go to confront Maxwell or Rachel.After finishing work the next day, she didn't return home, but instead went back to the house she shared with Maxwell.Martha jumped for joy when she saw Jennifer finally returning. But at the same time, a hint of worry gnawed at her.Jennifer asked, "Where's Maxwell? Is he coming back today?""Well..." Martha hesitated. "Mr. Lance told me to make some soup and bring it to that damn woman at the hospital!"Jennifer's expression hardened. She knew they had reconciled. She had mentally prepared herself to leave him but couldn't help feeling bitter at Martha's words.Thinking about how Rachel had ordered the beating on Zion yesterday, Jennifer's expression turned cold. "Good, I'll go with you!""You'd better not go, Mrs. Lance!" Martha said angrily, "Even I don't want to see that woman's smug face. You'll surely be pissed if you go.""Why is she at the hospital? Did something happen?" Jenni
Maxwell asked unconsciously, "Is your father okay?"After all, Maxwell could see how important Zion was to Jennifer.Jennifer huffed coldly. "You should ask her! She knows best how badly her men hurt him!"Rachel quickly pleaded innocence, "Maxwell, I just told the security to escort Ms. Yale's father out. I don't know what happened afterward! They... couldn't have just attacked Ms. Yale's father for no reason, right? Maybe there was a misunderstanding or dispute.""Stop pretending, Rachel!" Jennifer's patience was running thin. "You must apologize to my father for this. Otherwise, we'll get the lawyers involved! I won't let this slide!"There was a hint of suspicion in Maxwell's gaze and he turned to Rachel. "Why would security hit someone unless instructed to?""Are you suspecting me too?" Rachel jumped out of bed and stumbled forward. "Fine, I'll leave! That's what Ms. Yale wants, right!"With that, she stomped out angrily.At the door, Rachel noticed that Maxwell didn't fol
Maxwell's heart warmed at this. But with so many people around, he had to maintain his image and merely gave a cold hum.Rachel's expression turned ugly. She hadn't expected Jennifer to change her approach! Rachel could only watch as Jennifer pulled Maxwell's attention away from her.Before Jennifer left with Martha, she muttered softly, "Then I'll be waiting for you."And so, they left together.Rachel immediately felt a sense of dread. After all, she realized that Maxwell had fallen for Jennifer and was the one who refused the divorce.If Jennifer remained as stoic as she was, it didn't matter if the two weren't divorced as long as they parted ways. But now, all Jennifer had to do was bat her lashes at Maxwell to have the latter swooning over her.Rachel observed Maxwell's expression and pouted sadly. "Maxwell, can't you stay with me and the child tonight? I'm scared of being alone and can't sleep well."Maxwell looked indifferent. "Didn't you hear? My wife wants me home."
Hearing Jennifer's confident tone, Zion finally believed her. After ending the call, Jennifer walked out of the room with a dark look.Martha was preparing supper in the kitchen. "It smells delicious." Jennifer approached and sniffed. "Is that beef stew?"Martha smiled and nodded. "Yes. It's getting cold, and having some beef stew would be good. You should rest upstairs, Mrs. Lance. I'll bring you a bowl when it's ready.""Teach me. I'll do it," Jennifer volunteered, surprising Martha."Mrs. Lance, are you..." Martha couldn't believe it. "Are you planning to personally cook for Mr. Lance?"Jennifer forced a smile. "Yes. Didn't Rachel win him over like this?"Martha was puzzled. This was out of character for Jennifer. But Martha genuinely hoped that Maxwell and Jennifer would get along well. So, she patiently explained the beef stew recipe to Jennifer.As they were about to finish, Maxwell returned.Martha quickly prepared a bowl and hurried over. "Please taste this, Mr. Lan