Alle Kapitel von Five Years of Marriage to Mr. Bradford: Kapitel 111 – Kapitel 120

Vance had brought Catherine to see the doctor after all. Maybe he would finally stop pressuring Rebecca to have a baby.The nurse led them to the pharmacy counter and asked whether they wanted the prescription compounded there or sent home as a standard prescription.Vance chose the compounded version—either pickup or delivery. He selected delivery and wrote down his company address.Rebecca couldn't see the details from where she sat, but she heard Catherine ask in a sweet, playful voice, "Why the company address?"Vance set down his pen, adopting a serious tone. "Deliver it to the office. I'm leaving my private number so they can call me when it arrives. I'll sign for it myself and make sure you take it. Or you'll skip doses the second I'm not watching."Catherine pouted and gave a little wiggle, pretending to be annoyed. What a devoted CEO—personally signing for medicine deliveries!Rebecca remembered a time years ago when the weather had turned cold overnight. Worried Vance d

Rebecca's bag was kept in a locker. She didn't even know if he had called her afterward. But even if she had known, she wouldn't have answered.Now Vance looked rattled. She had known him since she was fifteen, and there was only one person who could ever make him lose his composure like this.When his family threw money in his face and he cut them off, he had been ice-cold and calm. When his grandmother passed away, the grief had carved him hollow, yet he had simply told her, "My grandma is gone."Only Catherine could unravel him. Five years ago, when she left the country, he had been a wreck, drinking himself numb every night.Now the police were looking for her, and the same destructive fury was back.On the floor, Rebecca quietly watched him approach. In one swift motion, he grabbed her arms, hauled her up, and dropped her onto the bench.Her back slammed against the hard backrest. Pain shot through her spine. She bit her lip and swallowed the gasp."Why the hell didn't you

"What are you getting at?" Vance stepped closer. "Cathy suffered domestic violence because of her fertility problems. It's become a deep trauma for her. As her friend, I heard about a good doctor and brought her here. What's wrong with that? You're jealous over this?"Rebecca maintained her smile. "No, I'm not jealous. You've misunderstood. Whether you want to watch her take her medicine or give her massages, that's your choice. I won't interfere. But I have rights too. So please, after you've massaged her, keep your hands off me. It disgusts me.""What did you say?" His anger flared. "Say it again!"She lifted her chin and granted his wish. "I said it disgusts me.""You... are utterly unreasonable!" He shook with rage. "Let me make this clear: if you think you can use this to get her arrested or fired, you're wrong. I will not allow it. Don't pick a fight you can't win."His phone rang, and the screen lit up with the caller ID: Cathy Babe."Hello?" His tone shifted instantly fro

"Really?" Kaitlyn's face brightened instantly. "When? I'll help with everything.""It's still early. I think it'll be in August," Rebecca replied."With me here, you won't have to worry about a thing," Kaitlyn beamed. "Don't even stress about the expenses; I'll cover them. This is wonderful, Rebecca. I've been alone out here for so many years. Finally, I'll have family with me."They talked for a long time, reluctant to hang up.Josette's eyes glistened with tears. "Kaitlyn has had a tough time."Rebecca could understand her feelings. Soren had always complained that Josette wasted money on Kaitlyn's education while he couldn't even get into college.But the truth was, Kaitlyn had earned her place overseas through sheer hard work. She had aced the entrance exams, secured a full scholarship, and worked part-time to support herself.Josette was only a primary-school teacher, and Soren had squandered whatever money came in. There was no way they could have paid for overseas study.

Vance just didn't want to go home until the clock struck the right hour. And he definitely didn't want to talk about children.Rebecca: [What about you? What have you been busy with lately?]She changed the subject, unwilling to talk about her life with Vance anymore.Jenny: [Me? Working like a dog every day. I'm currently at a construction company, drawing blueprints and visiting sites. I'm actually out of town on a business trip right now, but I'll find time to hang out when I'm back.]Rebecca: [Sounds good.]Jenny: [All right, I'll let you go. Wouldn't want to interrupt your romantic evening with Mr. Bradford, ha-ha.]Rebecca: [Goodnight, Jenny.]Jenny sent back a goodnight emoji. Chatting with Jenny sparked her interest in her circle of friends. For five years, she had sunk into extreme self-doubt, severed all ties with the outside world, and even disconnected from everyone online.She opened her feed, scrolled through her old classmates' posts, and delved into their vibr