Zachary had wanted to say something else, but seeing that Jessica’s mind was elsewhere, he  remained silent.  Jessica removed her black coat and handed it to Susan.  Without skipping a…

Chapter 97  Jessica wanted nothing more than to bolt.  Zachary had been away for so long that she’d forgotten to even knock before entering. She’d practically forgotten his presence in…

Zachary got up and walked to the driver’s seat, then took her hand and guided her into the passenger side.  Dressed in a black overcoat, he settled behind the wheel…

Jessica hurried to the first floor, where police cars and an ambulance were parked at the entrance. Joshua was already waiting beside the ambulance.  Paramedics were trying to stop lan’s…

“Joshua used to be my classmate. Now, he’s my colleague. And in the future, he’ll remain a friend.”  A wave of helplessness washed over Jessica. She didn’t know how to…

apter 93  The room was soundproof. But worried that someone might be outside, Jessica texted Zachary  first.  “Can I come out now?”  “Yes.”  She let out a breath of relief…

Chapter 92  jessica obediently sat on the edge of the bed.  Zachary adjusted his glasses and gently pulled her hair to the front so that he could get to the…

Chapter 91  Jessica and Zachary began eating lunch after Susan had left.  Jessica took off her coat, revealing a black cashmere turtleneck dress paired with ankle boots. She had a…

It took a good few minutes for both Lilian and Jessica to settle down. Jessica then recounted the whole story to Lilian, leaving nothing out.  Lilian listened with envy written…

Chapter 89  It was already past 10:00 pm by the time Jessica returned from The Mansion.  Jessica sat in the car, staring at the old photo of her biological father…