Chapter 23

Maxwell sensed something off about Jennifer. His heart quivered as he pressed further, "What's wrong with you? Tell me!"

Jennifer took a deep breath and held back her tears. "I promise, you won't regret coming back this time."

After his call with Jennifer ended, Maxwell stared at the darkened phone screen in confusion.

Rachel was right beside him, lying injured on the hospital bed. However, Jennifer's voice on the phone just now was clearly off.

Maxwell didn't want to admit that he felt concerned. Nonetheless, his heart was gripped with worry. He wanted to return home and see what was going on.

Rachel guessed that the call was from Jennifer. After all, she would want to get the divorce done as soon as possible for the sake of getting Laura out. She was almost certain that Jennifer called Maxwell home to talk about their divorce.

Rachel pretended to be understanding and said, "Maxwell, is that your wife? Did she ask you to go home?"

When Maxwell remembered the grievances th