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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.

baked cake and orange juice on the coffee table. Before

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 baritone voice

before you called me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand that work is important, but

grew silent at

the speaker again. “My son’s with you? Send me your address.

all, searching it up would be an easy feat for him

the address, she hung up

What’s wrong? Jackie,

was about to call the

that something may have happened, Madeline quickly ran to the storeroom where the sound

the corner with his head between his knees. The boy’s arms were wrapped around himself

hide and seek, Mommy. Then, he suddenly hid in

here.” Madeline comforted Lily before walking over to squat in front of

she asked kindly, reaching out to

the touch and hugged himself tighter

strange reaction, her worry doubling. “Don’t

to place a hand on Jackson’s

his head. His complexion was pale and his expression

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

she said, “What’s wrong, Jackson? Did something upset you? You can tell Aunty Vera.

as he dove into Madeline’s

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expected was Jackson running into

must have been feeling

It was as if the only way to lessen his fear was to hold her tight with both his

on his small cheeks. It had been a long while since she had felt such

hand to lightly pat the back of Jackson’s

alright now, Jack. It’s

comforting words, Madeline saw Jackson relax

Mommy?” Lily

worry.” Madeline smiled. “Mommy made you some snacks. How about you

hand to Jackson. “Come on, Jackie,

her words, Jackson seemed to finally pull himself out of

looked up to stare at Madeline

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

with

“What are you apologizing for, silly? You didn’t do anything

envy left as fast as it came in Jackson’s eyes as he took in Madeline’s gentle, kind smile. He envied

inexplicable breath of relief when she saw that the state of Jackson’s emotions

two children sitting next

when she watched Jackson caringly wipe off the butter smudged on the corners of Lillian’s

this time reminding her of

of earshot did Madeline dare to ask,

orange juice,

the question was

watched Meredith heartlessly slash Jackson’s cheek with

than any demon for being able to remain aloof in the

her own son for

act in such a weird manner. What had she done that warranted so much fear in him that he ran into her

attention? Had Jeremy

her questions. Ruffling his adorable head, she

that I look a lot like

gaze bore heavily into her before he

told you that Maddie was a horrible woman, didn’t she? That this Maddie had hurt you

solemn when he heard her words. Then,

woman.

and his eyes were

stunned as an indescribable feeling started

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much despite his young age was something

Sis Vera from now on?” Jackson looked

the memory of Jackson calling her ‘Mom’

“Of course.”

reply, a smile finally graced Jackson’s

had seen Jackson smile, be it three

the corners of Jackson’s mouth as he

into her

too long after, Jeremy

the house, but Madeline held him

and your beloved.” There was more to Madeline’s words that met the eye. Turning around, she fired Jackson a gentle and light smile.

slowly shuffled to stand

greeting his father, Jackson remained silent by his

gave her a strange and distant

Vera.” Jeremy expressed his gratitude. He wanted to say more but was

caller ID, he

seconds hesitating before accepting the

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

Madeline could not catch a word with how loud

she watched Jeremy frown with his lips apart, ready to respond. However, Madeline

continued to sound from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy, can

You’re correct, I’ve kidnapped your son. In fact, not only did I kidnap your son, but I also have your fiancé with me. You want to save them, don’t you? So how about you bring the ransom to

“…”

she heard Madeline’s voice, slowly taking in the other woman’s

pissed expression, Madeline smiled and

love of Mr. Whitman’s

Jackson goodbye with a warm smile. “Bye-bye, Jackson. See

and waved back.

nodded and quickly closed the

when she saw the grim

day, Jeremy caught Madeline by surprise as

a tailored suit, Jeremy’s divine aura attracted numerous

made a beeline to speak to Madeline, going straight

you could attend the 50th anniversary of the founding of Whitman Corporation. The anniversary is

head. “I’m sorry, but I don’t want to attract any more unnecessary issues, let alone be

her gaze to

Mr. Whitman? You, too, suspect that I’m that damned ex-wife

You knew what you were doing when you held me and cried lovingly for Madeline. Perhaps you’ve forgotten, Mr. Whitman, but everyone is 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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unease wash over him when he recognized the sarcasm

his lips, his gaze drilled

if you would stop looking for me, Mr. Whitman. I really don’t want to be

“It won’t happen again.”

say after

bent

it

to testing me the other day, Mr.

remained silent under her

Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy was

the other day. He was not testing

was all it was.

Now, he was awake.

woman before him to

Jeremy’s quietness as

shall accept your invite, Mr. Whitman. After all, offending

Whitman Corporations’ anniversary

was going to reveal the other side of Meredith in front of

mailed it off anonymously to someone

to pick up the gown

store, Madeline was met with the sight of Meredith who was

Especially these few here, I’d say they match your aura very well.” The shop assistants praised with

dresses to check the price tags. “This won’t do. This is too cheap for a person of my status. Don’t you have something

yes, of course! This way, please!” Elated by Meredith’s desire for more expensive outfits, the shop assistants immediately brought her to a side for more

this style,

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

You’d match Mr. Whitman with

smiled arrogantly after being put up on a pedestal with the shop assistants’ singing her praises

unsatisfied. Her gaze wandered until it fell on a mannequin as if she had been enraptured by the

I seen this dress before? I like its unique style. I want

smiled awkwardly. “The gown has already been pre-ordered

her another one from another warehouse.” Meredith was displeased. Desire was apparent

between a rock and a hard place. This dress was handmade, so it was not cheap. It had to be ordered from overseas half a month before

slightly while the possessiveness in her eyes

yet. You should wrap this dress up for me if you want me

“I…”

a casual customer is more important than long-term ones like me?” Madeline

shop assistants shared a glance before breaking out into fawning

wrap it up for you now,” a shop

she possibly match your bossiness? She was

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

she whipped her head around. A few shop assistant’s

remained on her 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

really isn’t easy earning money. I’m not you, after all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get to spend

lips twitched as distaste settled on her face. The fake smile she put on disappeared instantly as she turned to glare impatiently at the shop assistants. “Wrap it up already!” She quirked an eyebrow

yes, of course! One moment, Miss Montgomery,” the shop assistants replied, wrapping up the

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

are you doing, Vera Quinn?”

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

The corners of Madeline’s lips quirked meaningfully. “Do you like this

you like it doesn’t

six-figure dress, Miss. You’re not the only one who likes it. We like it too. But liking it doesn’t mean it belongs to you! Please put the gown down, Miss, or we’ll have to

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of the shop assistant who had threatened to call security. “Pick it up and take a look, then tell me whether I’m allowed such a

Madeline’s temperament, the shop assistant quickly picked up the card. Reading the words atop, her expression immediately shifted into an

know you’re Miss Quinn!

other salespeople came over to read the card

shifted immediately at a glance

stunned to see the shop attendants suddenly apologize to

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

to take and read the card

the end, 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 of her eyes

hands, Meredith’s eyes were filled with suspicion and doubt despite

member of many luxurious stores ever since she became the oldest daughter of the Montgomery family. She wanted to become one for this store to

had never expected the woman she hated so much to

turned to face Meredith’s fuming face. “So can this jewelry

plucked the card from Meredith’s hands and

card, Vera? Let me tell you, someone has already pre-ordered that

think you’re mistaken. The

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

pre-ordered the gown half a month ago as we’ve mentioned earlier and

“…” Meredith was speechless.

yet?” Madeline smiled at the sight of Meredith Crawford being close

store members quickly stepped forward to form two lines as they bowed respectfully