---- Chapter 288 Wendy's expression didn't shift as she quietly finished her sentence. It was almost as if she were talking about something that didn't have anything to do with her. "What did you say?" For a moment, Elias found it hard to process what Wendy meant. To him, it was impossible for the weak and kind Jenna to do something like that. Ethan must've been the one who told the story. How coulda child's words be trusted? Wendy shrugged. "Never mind. You shouldn't continue asking.

After all, she might say I'm accusing her of something she didn't do. But if you truly want to be a just person, you can ask James about the truth even if you don't believe me. He's got no reason to lie to you." After saying this, a self-mocking smile appeared on her face. "Oh, James will only help Jenna cover up the truth. There's no point in you asking anyone." Wendy looked toward him, a mocking gaze appearing in her eyes. She was mocking herself as well as Elias.

In the beginning, she was surprised and happy to know he returned to the country. But now, she only wanted to avoid him. He didn't seem to think it was his fault that her attitude ---- toward him changed so drastically. Wendy couldn't be bothered to continue talking to him. She took a step backward and asked, "Mr. Mercer, may I leave now?" Her expression turned cold. It was as if he didn't let her pass, she wouldn't be afraid to take action. Elias was still in shock from her words.

By the time he returned to his senses, he had already unknowingly let Wendy pass. Soon, Wendy was nowhere to be seen. Still confused, he returned to Jenna's hospital room. Jenna sat on the hospital bed and looked at Elias with red- rimmed eyes filled with worry. "Elias, looking for my sister will only make her feel like you're on my side. Did she hurt you?" she asked. With a dark expression , Elias asked her without answering her question, "Did you accuse Ethan so James would scold him?

What's the point of doing that?" Jenna stiffened when she heard his interrogative tone. She couldn't help but clutch her hands tighter under the sheets. Elias was very smart and performed well at work. Even James said he wasn't someone to underestimate. And yet, how could he be so stupid in such matters? Jenna pursed her lips. When she looked at him, her tears ---- suddenly began to fall. "Wendy must've said that. I knew it.

No matter how much I try and try, to her, I'll always be someone who wants to destroy her family." After saying this, Jenna looked down and began to cry with her face in her hands. Upon seeing this, Elias paused before he hurriedly said, "If you've been hurt, you must tell other people. If she keeps spreading false information, you'll only go through more difficulties." After he said this, a smile appeared on Jenna's covered face. What an idiot. He always believed everything she said.

"Never mind," she said with a sob. "I know that staying by Ethan's side troubled Wendy. But the child clings to me. When Ireturned to my home last time, Ethan followed me back that same night. Plus..."