Chapter 23 The coldness in James's voice instantly silenced Chris and Mary jenna tumed pale , her eyes filled with pante as she looked at him . Was he saying that he believed Wendy was innocent , and all of this was her fault ? Tearswelled in her eyes as she bit her lip . Before she could speak , James's gaze darkened slightly , and he said , " I'll cover the costs . And II Ms. Vance decides to press charges , I'll hire the best lawyer for Jenna and bundle it properly .

" Jenna's voice trembled as she choked back a sob . " Thank you , James , I know this is all my fault . If going to prison can ease Wendy's anger , then it's worth it - even If I'm the one suffering , " Hertimid , pitiful came softened James's stem expression . In the end , he couldn't staycold . Jenna saw the flicker of warmth in his eyes and knew that she had won again James would never let her go to jail . Mary sighed .

" I only Wendy hadn't taken everything back then … Well , it's too late now. Still , with how things have turned out for Jenna , it's not like Wendy is entirely innocent . " James's brows furrowed slightly as it a bitter memory crossed his mind . His expression darkened . He cut off Mary , who was about to continue speaking : " I'll do my best to negotiate with the Vance family . " Those words feally brought Chris and Mary relief , smiles returning to their faces .

Just then , James's phone vibrated . It was his alarm . It was time to pick up Erhan from school . There were still follow - up procedures for ferma at the police station . She was afraid to go alone , and with Chris and Mary they went with her . Mary unwilling to let her face it on her own , As they headed out , they saw saw Morgan waiting by the door Jenna frowned instinctively . She harboured resentment toward Morgan , or rather , toward anyone who stood with Wendy .

But the quicidy masked her expression and looked apologetic . " Morgan , I'm really sorry about earlier .. " Morgan cut her off coldly . " Don't ever come to DTS again if there's nothing else . Even if you're wearing our gowns and swiping the Frank family's card , you can't turn a small fish into a big one " The scom in her voice landed like a stap , Jenna saw the mockery in her eyes , and shame surged through her like a jolt to the spine . Her face flushed .

She opened her mouth several times but couldn't manage a single word parents that you've forgotten Morgan watched her with growing disdain . " What's wrong ? You're so used to playing the helpless victim in front of James and your p bow to light back . I remember the last time I ran into you - Before she could continue , Jenna quiddy interrupted , " Morgan , I don't know why you're suddenly being so hostile toward me , but I've already apologized .

Can't you forgive me , just this once ?" Mary abruptly pulled Jens aside . " This isn't the time to argue . She clearly isn't siding with the Frank family anymore . Let James handle it and stay out of it . " With bashed whispers , the Sanders family left . The once - busy second floor was ow ' quier james stood at the door and said calmly , " I hear Mr. Vance has plans to enter the real estate business . I can help with that . " Morgan Baughed coldly .

" Are you trying to strike a deal with me now ? " James neither confirmed not denied law you be only doing this to defend Wendy , and I'd say your goal las already been achieved . You ' te smart enough to realize that guing against the Frank family for Wendy isn't worth it . " " You're thinking too much , " Morgan said , casting a lazy glance , " Yes , I bother with people like you Jantes " Leyin nattowed , aquirt intensity filling the space . I wanted to stand u tup for D Dr.

Sanders But sadly for you , she does even cate enough to Morgen meried . " O course , you lure ways to make me bag for incicy . Fin not as fesolute as D. Sanders but this time , I'll let it go for her sake " Enjoy Ad Fice Reading- > Chapter 24 estop using " But please remember this , Mr. Frank - neither DTS nor any of the Vance family's brands or stores will accommodate Jenna in the future . You'd better stop the privileges the Vance family grants the Frank family for someone like her .

" Morgan was willing to take a step back , but her words enraged James . " Someone like her ? " His voice tumed cold . " What exactly do you mean , Ms. Vance ? " " She stole Wendy's man and acted like a spoiled brat , talding advantage of her parents ' Indulgence . Like a leech trying to drain Wendy dry . Is that clear enough for Moigan's expression grew equally cold as she fixed her je con James , showing no sign of backding down .

The staff at the door didn't dare to make a sound , and the atmosphere grew tense again . It was as if a layer of frost had settled in the room . suddenly , the sound of a vibrating phone broke the standoff . James answered the call , and the voice of aldindergarten teacher came from the other end . " Mr. Frank , do you have time to pick up little Ethan ? He's the only child left at school . He has been crying non - stop , calling for his mother . " Where was the mother ?

James " gaze sharpened , and he coldly replied , " Tell him I'm on my way , " After hanging up , he looked at Morgan . " I hope you keep your word . " " Likewise , Mr. Frank : Mr. Vance is new to the real estate industry , and I'm sure you'll offer him some guidance , " Morgan responded . James said nothing and left in a hurry Morgan watched from the large glass window on the second floor as he drove away . A mocking smile never let her lips . Wendy had divorced James ? How interesting .

All the commotion bad drained Wendy's energy- She took a shower after returning home . She dried her hair and then collapsed on the couch , unable to move a muscle . She had endured the same thing countless times , but each time she experienced it firsthand , her body would Instinctively react . It left her helplessly immersed in Gadness . Her phone buzzed . She glanced at it , staring at the word " Mom " on the screen .

Without a second thought , she ended the call and swiftly blocked the number . She also deleted and blocked Chris and Jemma's numbers , as well as Mary's . Everything would be fine as long as she stayed out of their lives . That was what Wendy kept telling herself , although her anus Instinctively tightened around her knees . Aller pertouming, two minor surgeries the next day , Wendy still had enough energy during hitch to guide the interns with their papers .

Over the years , bertime had mostly been given to that cold , unfeeling home . She had miniquzed her work schedule as much as possible . But after leaving the villa just a week ago , Wendy had quickly adapted to this intense pace of work Even the nurse's joked , " Men oily slow down Dr. Suxders ' surgery speed .

" Hearing that , Wendy couldn't help but ciucide , After the lunch break , the ficut patient of the ambed in the consultation popLIL Morganad brought Siena liene for a follow - up appointment . As usual , Wendly gave Stem basic examination and handled her a list of tests , saying , " set , your coalition is great . From now on , you only need to come back for a checkup every six months .

With a maid accompanying Sienna for her tests , Morgan stayed in the consultation to Morgan made eye contact with Wendy Chapter 25 call me if you need any help . " Morgan abruptly told Wendy , " Dr. Sanders , call me They had exchanged numbers long ago , but neither had used them . At the time , it seemed like just a polite gesture . But Morgan had grown quite interested in Wendy after yesterday's events .

After glancing at the computer and confirming that there were no patients , Wendy finally responded . " I'm doing fine now . Thank you for your concern. " No need to be so polite with me . If you're going to file for divorce against James , it might be hard to get what you want . Ecan introduce a lawyer to you . " As a reserved person , Morgan's enthusiasm left Wendy at a loss . Morgan looked at Wendy , quietly waiting for a response . " Ms. Vance , we've already signed the divorce .

I don't want money or custody , so there's no need for a lawsuit . " Then , Wendy added , " Please keep this matter to yourself . I don't want Mr. Frank Senior to find out yet . " She wasn't the one who revealed the news , but jenna . If James found out , he'd blame her without even asking for the full story . Wendy didn't want to waste any more time with James on this kind of nonsense . Morgan nodded . " Don't worry .

As long as Jenna doesn't go around spreading it , your secret's pretty well - kept . " After all , Wendy was still going to attend Robert's birthday celebration " Ms. Vance , aren't you good friends with Jenna ? " Wendy was a bit puzzled by her attitude . Good friends ? I used to play nice with her for James ' sake . I didn't want to be a spoilsport , you know ? Later on , I was amicable to her because of you . Leven thought she might be a good person like you . But now ?

I just think that James must be utterly blind . " Wendy was such a good woman , yet he chose to favor that despicable woman . She didn't say that part out loud . She felt Wendy was different from others - Innocent and serene , someone who didn't deserve to be weighed down by cruel words . To her surprise , Wendy smiled faintly . " Ms. Vance , you say some rather amusing things .

" Morgan blushed and replied , " They're all unpleasant words " Just then , a nurse came in and said someone was waiting for a consultation . Morgan tactfully stepped out . Before leaving , she waved her phone and said , " Remember that you can contact me anytime , Dr. Sanders . " Wendy paused , then nodded . " I will , " At first , she hadn't thought much of Morgan . After all , she was associated with James and Jenna . But now , it seemed that Ms.

Vance was a rational bystander , not comeone like them . That evening , Wendy returned home and received a gown from DTS . Just as Morgan had said , this gown suited her even better than the one that was ruined . Wendy nodded in satisfaction as she looked at herself in the mirror . It wasn't flashy , but it was certainly not to be overlooked . For a prop used for pretending to be James's wife , the gown Morgan had chosen was a perfect fit . Wendy was in a great mood .

The phone on the table tang . She walked over and paused when she saw the caller ID . As soon as the call connected , a familiar voice came through . " Mrs. Frank , I'm so sorry . It's all my fault . Is it still possible for me to apologize now ? How is Ethan doing ? " It was Zelda , the housekeeper . Chapter 26 11 Wendy fell silent for a few seconds . Zelda spoke anxiously , " I'm willing to turn myself in I just hope you can give me a chance to make things right . I can't take it anymore !

I didn't spend a single cent of the money your mother gave me . I'll retum all of it . " Wendy's heart skipped a beat . Confused , she asked , " My mom gave you money ? " Yes . When Ethan had an accident , I had just made breakfast and was about to go to the hospital . But your mother called me . She blamed me for not caring for him properly and said it was my fault that he got hurt . She told me you were furious and would hold me accountable .

Out of pity , she gave me money and told me to escape . She said that I should disappear for good . She even threatened me , saying I would end up in jail it 1 didn't leave . " Later , I found out Ethan nearly ended up in the ICU because he ate something bad . But that night , Ms. Jenna had sent me away . I never gave him anything to eat ! " Zelda cried as she recounted what happened , but none of that mattered anymore . Wendy let out a cold laugh .

" So now that you think you won't be held responsible , you've come crawling back ? " Her voice was icy , making Zelda freeze " No , Mrs. Frank I've been wracked with guilt for over a week Regardless of whether it was my fault , I'm willing to go to the police and tell the truth . I want to why are you calling me , then ? " Wendy's voice was flat , like she couldn't care less . " You should be talking to the police .

" still sobbing Zelda pleaded sincerely , " I just wanted to low how Ethan is doing . I mow I made a mistake , but I can't stop w After all these years , Zelda knew exactly how Wendy had treated her . Wendy gave a simple response . " He's fine . Go turn yourself in . ' ' Then , she hung up . Setting her phone aside , she stared blankly ahead . Just as she zoned out , the phone rang again . Thinking it was Zelda , Wendy was about to ignore it .

But then she saw that it was Linda Sue , Ethan's kindergarten teacher . After a moment's hesitation , Wendy answered the call . " Mrs. Frank I'm sorry to bother you , but I think there's something important about Ethan you should know . " worrying about him . " Wendy passed her lips " Ma , Sue , I've been busy with work lately and couldn't pick Ethan up myself . If anything comes up , you can talk to his father .

" " Yes , 1 understand , " Linda suld besitantly , " But this is actually about him . " Wendy frowned as she listened to what had happened that aftemoon . Normally , when she or Zelda picked up Ethan , they were always along the first to arrive . But today , Ethan was the last child to be picked up . He even had to stay an Linda had to call james , who showed up late .

By the time he arrived , Ethan had cried so hard he was pearly out of breath - and when he saw james instead mother he kept asking for , hearted even harder . for the Wendy knew why James was late , but she was a bit confused . James I personally pick lum up , even though it was already so late . had never been the one to pick up or drop off Ethan . But he w was now going out of his way to Was there no nanny at home ? Or had something else happened ?

adult issues start to affect a child's emotional well - being , those scars can stay with them for lite , " Linda said camestly- " We focus tut just on physical health , but also mental and euutional development . That's why I strongly suggest you both help Ethan process this properly . What happened today shudder't happen agalia .

" Drastic changes in the environment , the departure of familiar people , of the sudden presence of strangers could leave deep marks on a child going sensitive stage Linda's late - iglu call , made out of c cate and responsibility , stirred something in Wendy . through such a But it wasn't for Ellian . And rattidy not for James she just didn't want to keep cleaning upatter bin , especially not after all the damage he had already done . Eihan wasn't her responsibility alone .