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Married by Mistake Mr. Whitman’s Sinner Wife [Sixteenth Child] Chapter 191

Jackson’s eyes quickly flitted away upon seeing Meredith’s smile.

“I need Dad to sign something.”

Meredith smiled warmly as the workbook in Jackson’s hands caught her eyes. “How about I sign it instead?”

Jackson pinched the corner of his workbook and turned to look expectantly at Jeremy.

“Just let your mom sign it instead. Don’t go to bed too late.” Then, Jeremy closed his room door.

Staring at the closed door, all the light in Jackson’s eyes was replaced with unknown fear and darkness.

Turning around, he walked quickly to his own room.

Rejected by the door, Meredith immediately dropped the smile on her face.

Extremely displeased, she marched into Jackson’s room. She kicked the door open right as he was about to close it.

The word ‘Mom’ was on the tip of Jackson’s tongue, yet he dared not call Meredith that at all.

“What’s wrong, Jack? I’m your mother. Why do you always look so sad every time you see me?”

She approached with a smile, only for her expression to shift drastically the next second. Almost as if she was a demon who had torn off a kind mask, there was nothing but ugly underneath.

“Of all the times, why did you just have to appear at that moment? All you know is to ruin my plans! Do you think I’d have kept you alive had it not been for the fact that you were useful? Every time I see you I hate you even more!” Meredith roared without restraint.

Running around her, Jackson hid in the bathroom and locked the door behind him.

Meredith ran after him to the door, continuing her round of verbal attacks that sounded downright horrible.

She did not have an ounce of like for Jackson. If anything, all she felt was deep hatred! Just like how she hated Madeline before!

Even if Jackson was the cause of her many benefits.

Sure, everyone would think that Jackson’s eyes and brows were a replica of Jeremy’s, but Meredith could not help but feel that Jackson was slowly growing to resemble Madeline.

He was Madeline and Jeremy’s son, after all!

It made sense for a son to resemble his mother!

What nobody knew was how she had tortured Jackson behind everyone’s backs. Jackson was five, yet he did not have the energetic and bubbly personality fit for a child his age.

At that moment, Jackson was squatting in the corner with his eyes shut tight and his small hands covering his ears. He was shielding himself from Meredith’s scoldings.

‘Why is my mother so different from everyone else’s? Why…

‘Shouldn’t mothers love their child the most?’

His mind was filled with question marks as his long curly lashes sat heavily on his eyes from tears he had unknowingly begun to shed.

Returning to the apartment, Madeline took a cold shower.

She did not want to be swayed by Jeremy again just because he had called her ‘Madeline’.

Walking to her bed, her resolve for revenge strengthened as she stared at the calmly sleeping child.

Lillian would have a sister had it not been for Jeremy and Meredith.

Madeline’s fist tightened. She vowed to avenge herself and her late child no matter what.

The following evening, Madeline arrived at the kindergarten to pick Lillian up from school as usual. Traffic was horrible due to the rain and she was half an hour late.

Most kids had already been fetched when she arrived, leaving Lillian and another boy at the guardhouse.

After walking closer, Madeline realized that the boy was no other than Jackson Whitman.

Seeing Madeline, Lillian ran toward her excitedly. “Mommy! Hugs!”

Staring at the adorable and innocent girl, Madeline scooped Lily into her arms to plant a loving kiss on her cheeks.

Jackson felt a swell of emotions bubbling within him as he set his eyes on Madeline’s face from the side.

He lifted his handsome but childlike face, summoning his courage to walk up to Madeline.

Realizing something was amiss, Madeline lowered her confused gaze to meet Jackson’s. “What’s wrong?”

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“Is it you, Maddie?”

Staring seriously at Madeline, Jackson finally mustered the courage to ask.

Stunned for a second, Madeline then replied with a smile, “Hey, buddy. I’m Lillian’s mother. I can tell you my name if you want? It’s nice to meet you, I’m Vera Quinn.”

She introduced herself with a smile, realizing that Jackson was currently analyzing her.

The small face before her eyes was a fair one of exquisite features, a result of Jeremy’s great genes.

For some reason, Madeline could not help but feel like there was something deeper and more pressing within Jackson’s onyx orbs.

Perhaps it was the light.

What issue could such a young child have, anyway?

Memories of how Meredith had cut Jackson’s cheek to frame her appeared in Madeline’s mind. She could still remember how freely the blood flowed and how the boy wailed. It must have hurt a lot.

Seeing the flawless cheek of his now, Madeline sighed an inexplicable breath of relief.

Thank goodness it had not scarred.

“Mommy, Mommy. This is the Jackie I told you about. We’re great friends!”

Lily’s voice was sweet and soft, melting her heart like cotton candy.

Madeline nodded. “Oh, so you’re Jackie?” she said cooperatively despite not wishing for Lily to get too close to Jackson.

It was not because she disliked Jackson, but because their relationship was an unconventional one.

“Time to go home, Lillian. Say goodbye to Jackie now, okay?”

“Okay.” Lily reached out to wave a chubby hand. “Bye-bye Jackie. See you tomorrow.”

Madeline smiled warmly at Jackson. “Bye, buddy.”

With that, she turned around with Lily in her arms and left, holding an umbrella over them with one hand.

Yet no more than two steps later, Madeline found herself stopping unexpectedly in her tracks.

The rain fell heavier and the last winds of summer were chilly as they blew past.

Turning back, Madeline stared at Jackson who stood by the gates. The boy did not seem to be wearing much and the schoolbag weighed heavily on his little body. Jackson’s bright eyes bore into her.

He was so close, yet Madeline could not help but feel there were miles between her and Jackson.

Her heart suddenly clenched as she remembered the child Meredith and Jeremy had killed.

She walked back to stand in front of Jackson. “Are your parents coming to fetch you, buddy?

“My dad’s busy,” Jackson replied.

Madeline smiled. “What about your mom?”

Madeline watched rejection flare in Jackson’s eyes at the mention of Meredith.

That moment, Jackson’s class teacher walked over to tell her that it had been almost half an hour since the day had ended but they had yet to get in contact with Jackson’s family.

Madeline hesitated before dialing Jeremy’s number. It went to voicemail.

Mulling over the thought for a few seconds, she then decided to invite Jackson. “Hey, buddy. Do you want to come home with me first? We can wait until your dad contacts me and comes to bring you home.”

“That’s awesome! Jackie’s gonna be a guest at our house! I’m so happy, Mommy!”

The little girl wrapped her arms around Madeline with a coquettish exclamation, making Madeline find it hard not to ruffle her head fondly.

Seeing as Madeline seemed to be acquainted with Jackson’s father, the class teacher handed him over to him.

Half an hour later, Madeline arrived at the apartment with the two children in tow.

Lily jumped around and pulled Jackson into the house excitedly, already sharing her favorite snacks and fruits with him.

Madeline went to the kitchen to bake small cakes for the two kids.

In the open kitchen, Madeline was given a clear view of Lillian and Jackson sitting on the small stools by the coffee table.

For a child who detested homework, Lily had surprisingly taken her workbook out on her own today.

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“Hey, Jackie? Do you know why one plus one equals two?

“Why do two apples plus one banana equals three?

“Jackie, Jackie. Do you like mushrooms?”

As if transforming into the Book of Questions, Lily began to ask Jackson one question after another with her round eyes shining with curiosity and life.

Jackson may only be five years old, but he appeared much more mature.

He seriously tried to answer every one of Lily’s questions. He would repeat himself patiently when Lily showed even the slightest bit of confusion.

Madeline had initially been afraid that something would go wrong should Lily and Jackson become friends.

Yet the sight in front of her quelled those worries, for Jackson was acting like an understanding brother who loved his younger sister without limits. The heartwarming sight melted her heart.

However, Madeline’s smile did not last too long.

Perhaps Lillian would have a sister who loved her if her first child was still alive.

Perhaps she would be privy to such a heartwarming scene.

“Do you want to play hide and seek, Jackie?” Lily stretched a hand toward Jackson.

After hesitating for a moment, Jackson took Lily’s hand. “Okay. I’ll play with you.”

Madeline found his voice childish but unusual when he opened his mouth to speak.

Yet that was not the only problem. Jackson did not seem to know how to smile, and that was very wrong.

He had not smiled once ever since they returned.

Such was not the behavior of a normal child.

cake and orange juice on the coffee

caller ID, she accepted

you call? I thought you were the one who told me not to look for you anymore, Miss Vera.” Jeremy’s alluring

from your son’s class teacher before you called me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand that work is important, but a child also needs the loving nurture

line grew silent at her

after, Jeremy’s voice sounded from the speaker again. “My son’s with you? Send me your address. I’ll be

it up would be

address, she hung up

What’s wrong?

about to call the two

quickly ran to the storeroom where the

with his head between his

were just playing hide and

alright, baby. Mommy’s here.” Madeline comforted Lily before walking

Jackson?” she asked kindly, reaching

and hugged himself tighter in

strange reaction, her worry doubling. “Don’t be afraid,

to place

His complexion was pale and his

her, Madeline felt her heart break at the sight. The feeling resembled the time when she was forcefully inducted into

Jackson’s head, her tone warm and soft as she said, “What’s wrong, Jackson? Did something upset you? You can tell Aunty Vera. It’s alright, shh. It’s going to be okay. Aunty Vera’s

eyes reddened as he watched Madeline comfort him. His small lips pursed as he dove into Madeline’s arms. His voice trembled as he shook. He

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could ever have expected was Jackson running into her arms, calling her

been feeling

deep into her arms. It was as if the only way to lessen his

at the signs of distress on his small cheeks. It had been a long while since she had felt such an intrusive stab of pain eating its way

a hand to lightly pat the back of Jackson’s

alright now,

her comforting words, Madeline saw Jackson relax and calm

Jackie okay, Mommy?” Lily walked

made you some

reached out a hand to Jackson. “Come on, Jackie, let’s go eat some snacks together!

words, Jackson seemed to finally

open his round eyes, his long eyelashes fluttering as he looked up to stare at Madeline Crawford. Slowly but

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

words echoed with familiarity in

and gently caressed Jackson’s small cheeks. “What are you apologizing for, silly? You didn’t do

took

of relief when she saw that the

watched the two children

wipe off the butter smudged on the corners of Lillian’s

time reminding

of earshot

orange juice, the

answer to the question was clear

had watched Meredith heartlessly slash Jackson’s cheek with a fruit

scared her more than any demon for being able to remain aloof in

a woman who preyed on her own son for status and wealth exist in

point that Jackson would act in such a weird manner. What had she done that warranted so much fear in him that he ran into her arms and called her

Jackson any attention? Had Jeremy

a hold on her questions. Ruffling his adorable head,

look a lot like

heavily into her before he nodded. “I thought

told you that

her words. Then, he started to shake

horrible woman. She would never

were certain, and his eyes were exceptionally

feeling started

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her so much despite his young age

from now on?” Jackson looked at

wavering at the memory of Jackson calling

“Of course.”

a smile finally

the first time Madeline had seen Jackson smile, be it three years ago or three

corners of Jackson’s mouth as he

into her chest at the

long

the house,

of you and your beloved.” There was more to Madeline’s words that met the

Jackson nodded and slowly shuffled to stand beside

father, Jackson remained silent by

father-son duo gave her

gratitude. He wanted to say more but was interrupted by an

the caller ID, he

a few seconds hesitating before

just went to pick Jack up from the kindergarten but the teacher told me a woman called Vera Quinn had already taken our son away! What does she want? Why did she kidnap Jack? What are we supposed to do now, Jeremy? I’m

catch a

Jeremy frown with his lips apart, ready to respond. However, Madeline reached out to take his phone and placed it by her

sound from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy, can you hear

only did I kidnap your son, but I also have your fiancé with me. You want

“…”

voice, slowly taking in the

and pissed expression, Madeline smiled and returned

Mr. Whitman’s life. Quite

Jackson goodbye with a warm smile.

back. “Bye-bye, Big

quickly

she saw the

as he found her

tailored suit, Jeremy’s divine aura attracted numerous

a beeline to speak to Madeline, going straight

my ex-wife, Madeline Crawford. As a result, he wishes that you could attend the 50th anniversary of the founding of Whitman Corporation. The anniversary is

I don’t want to attract any more unnecessary issues, let alone be suspected from

she lifted her gaze to stare into Jeremy’s bottomless eyes. Madeline

don’t you, Mr. Whitman? You, too,

well aware of how much you hated and were disgusted by Madeline Crawford. There was absolutely no way that you would cry for her in such a tone even if she was still

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wash over him when he recognized the sarcasm and disdain

his lips, his gaze drilled into Madeline’s

me, Mr. Whitman. I

“It won’t happen again.”

his lips to say after

fixated on her, he bent his head

promise you, it won’t

lightly. “Are you admitting to testing

remained silent under her inquisitive

love Madeline

day. He was not testing her, no. He had fantasized that she was still

all

Now, he was awake.

woman before him to be the one in his

quietness as silent

Whitman. After all, offending you would

seemed, Whitman Corporations’ anniversary was an event she needed

to reveal the other side of Meredith in

mailed it off

the counter of a store to pick up the gown

met with the sight of Meredith who

the latest styles from last week, Miss Montgomery. Especially these few here, I’d say they match your

the price tags. “This won’t do. This is too

way, please!” Elated by Meredith’s desire for more expensive

this style,

Miss Montgomery. Its price is also very fitting of your status! I’m sure you’d be the center of

Whitman with

put up on a pedestal with the

gaze wandered until it fell on

this dress before? I like its

awkwardly. “The gown has already been pre-ordered by another

one from another warehouse.” Meredith was displeased. Desire was apparent in her gaze as it bore holes into

place. This dress was handmade, so it was not cheap. It had to be ordered from

Meredith’s expression fell slightly while

this dress. You can just tell the client their pre-ordered gown hasn’t arrived yet. You should wrap

“I…”

for? Are you telling me a casual customer is more important than long-term ones like me?” Madeline urged them,

assistants shared a glance before breaking out into fawning

it up for you now,” a shop assistant said as she took the

Miss Crawford. How could she possibly match your bossiness? She was

had not expected such a sentence to come from behind her as she waited happily for the shop assistant

A few

face in the public setting. “It’s you? I never thought you’d be able to afford something from such an expensive shop. Maybe selling jewelry

I’m not you, after all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get to spend

put on disappeared instantly as she turned to glare impatiently at the shop assistants. “Wrap it up already!” She quirked

Montgomery,” the shop assistants replied, wrapping up the gown and handing Meredith

arrogant glance at Madeline, Meredith reached out to receive the shopping bag only for Madeline to take it neatly before Meredith’s

you doing, Vera

were shocked as well, immediately standing on Meredith’s side to point fingers at Madeline’s behavior. “What are you doing, Miss?

The corners of Madeline’s lips quirked meaningfully. “Do you like this gown, Miss Crawford? What a shame, I

you like it doesn’t mean it’s yours!”

their eyes. “This is a six-figure dress, Miss. You’re not the only one who likes it.

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assistants and the arrogant Meredith, Madeline casually pulled out a card and threw it at the face of the shop assistant who had threatened to call security. “Pick it up and take a

her expression immediately shifted into an embarrassed one. She flushed

sorry, I’m so sorry! I didn’t know you’re Miss Quinn!

colleague’s reaction, the other salespeople came over to read the card Madeline had thrown

glance as they began apologizing to

the shop attendants suddenly apologize to Madeline, treating her with

doing? Why are you so polite to her?” Meredith rolled her eyes in disagreement. “What’s so shocking about this woman’s name card

smirked as she disdainfully reached out to take and read the card that was in the

she’s just a person who sells jewelry. What’s so great…” Meredith’s face fell amidst her mocking words, doubt and unwillingness to believe the truth bleeding out

faint purple VIP card in her hands, Meredith’s eyes were filled with suspicion and doubt despite the words ‘Vera

of the Montgomery family. She wanted to become one

the woman she hated so much to fulfill such

face Meredith’s fuming

the card from Meredith’s hands

if you have that card, Vera? Let me tell you, someone has already pre-ordered that dress long ago.” She crossed her arms and smirked. “If I can’t

mistaken. The one who can’t have it

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

Montgomery. Someone has already pre-ordered the gown half a month ago as we’ve mentioned earlier

“…” Meredith was speechless.

the sight of Meredith Crawford being close to blowing

form two lines as they bowed respectfully to bid Madeline farewell. “Have a nice