A Crazy Night Novel

Christina played with the children in the front yard. Then, she drew pictures with them

Acnoon drew close Lucas and Camila grew tired of playing. Hence, Christina instructed the nanny to take them back to their room for an afternoon nap.

Later, Nathaniel worked in the study, Sebastian arranged some documents, and Christina lounged on the couch, drawing on her tablet

A knock on the door interrupted the quiet atmosphere of the room. The door swung open, and Madison walked in

The women’s eyes met, and Christina recalled what Francis said the day before yesterday.

It was Madison who had leaked the secret back then.

However, without any evidence, it was just her word against Madison’s. She would achieve nothing and just put Madison on her guard if she were to confront her.

Then, a thought suddenly crossed Christina’s mind. She looked at Sebastian and asked, “Hey, Sebastian, you told me before that you still have the computer that was hacked four years ago, right?”

Yes, that’s right. Mr. Lucas said he would help me restore the data and identify the thief,” replied Sebastian in a serious tone.

He had kept the computer in good condition with that hope in his heart.

Madison tensed up. Why did Christina bring up this matter all of a sudden? No, I must not let her bring up this matter!

“It’s been so long. Back then, the best hackers were hired to crack it, and all had failed,” countered Madison in a deliberately calm voice.

“No harm trying again.” Christina’s steely gaze pierced right through Madison. “What are you scared of?”

“I… No, what I meant was, the virus was very powerful. I’m just afraid that an information leak might happen again.” Madison looked away to hide her guilt.

The corners of Christina’s lip lifted in a small smirk. She gave Madison a loaded look but said nothing.

Ever since Sebastian had asked Lucas for help without prior authorization, Nathaniel had been worried about Lucas’ safety, so he had forbidden anyone from mentioning Lucas’ skills.

Sebastian glanced at Nathaniel, seeking his input.

“Bring the computer over tomorrow,” said Nathaniel casually.

“Yes, Mr. Hadley.”

to her stomach. Although she was unaware of Lucas’ abilities, she knew that she would be at risk of being exposed if the matter were

out a way to stop any investigation.

and Madison left after handing over her work.

bumped into Christina in the corridor

Christina had been

chiffon dress which she had cinched at the waist with

she looked beautiful in an ethereal

with thoughts of Christina,

not exposing what you’ve done to Nathaniel. I’ll allow you to leave with your dignity intact,” said Christina in a calm and measured voice.

been judged and punished for

Christina had stripped her bare. “There’s nothing for you to expose! Do not simply accuse

you. That child is not his! How long

icy as she added,

working. Although the women were not speaking loudly, every word

behind his back, he would be angry,

clenched her fists, glaring at

had become more

drawled, “What I want is simple. I want you to slap yourself twice. Then, I won’t say a word to

myself

Madison’s eyes. “Christina, you’re asking for too much. Who

nothing special about me, but…” Christina narrowed her eyes at Madison and continued, “Nathaniel listens to me now. Even if I told

truth. She truly had Nathaniel

for anything. Whatever Nathaniel

did want to be bullied so easily. She

disbelief and fear.

to be

her throat tighten She choked, “Okay, you’d better keep your

watch Madison carry out her part of the bargain.

Madison had even started, she added, “If you slap yourself too lightly,

gasped. She was boiling with rage.

had never before been humiliated in such a way.