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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.

the freshly baked cake and orange juice on the coffee table. Before she could search

ID, she accepted the

look for

called me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand that work

line grew silent at

from the speaker again. “My son’s with you?

searching it up would be

she hung

What’s wrong?

Madeline was about to call the

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

to find Jackson squinting in the corner with his head between his knees. The boy’s arms were wrapped around himself

“Jackie and I were just playing hide and seek, Mommy. Then, he suddenly hid in here and stopped

Lily before walking over to squat in front of

kindly, reaching out to touch his

shook at the touch and hugged himself

worry doubling. “Don’t

out again to place a

complexion was pale and his expression looked lost. His round eyes

The feeling resembled the time when she was forcefully inducted

rose to softly pat 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

Madeline comfort him. His small lips pursed as he dove into Madeline’s arms. His

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

been feeling terrified

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

small cheeks. It had been a long while since she had felt such an intrusive stab of pain eating

pat the back of

now, Jack. It’s

comforting words, Madeline saw Jackson relax and calm from his

Jackie okay, Mommy?” Lily

alright. Don’t worry.” Madeline smiled. “Mommy made you some snacks. How about you share some with

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

to finally pull

eyes, his long eyelashes fluttering as he looked up to stare at Madeline Crawford. Slowly but surely, a red blush of what looked like embarrassment tinted his

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

words echoed with familiarity in Madeline’s

small cheeks. “What

fast as it came in Jackson’s eyes as he took in Madeline’s gentle, kind

relief when she saw that the state of Jackson’s

her chest as she watched the two children sitting next to each other while eating the

off the butter smudged on the

again, this time reminding her of the child

conveniently out of earshot did Madeline dare to

drank his orange juice,

answer to the question

watched Meredith heartlessly slash

demon for being able to remain

her own son for status and wealth

What had she done that warranted so much fear in him that he ran into her arms and called her his

any attention? Had Jeremy left Jackson

Madeline putting a hold on her questions. Ruffling

I look a lot like someone you

Jackson’s gaze bore heavily into her before he nodded. “I thought you were Maddie

I am this Maddie? I’m sure your mother told you that Maddie was a horrible woman, didn’t she? That

he heard her words. Then, he started to shake his

definitely isn’t a horrible woman. She would

certain, and

was stunned as an indescribable feeling started to bubble in her

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much despite his young

Big Sis Vera from now

smiled, her mind wavering at the memory of Jackson calling

“Of course.”

smile finally graced

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

appeared by the corners of Jackson’s mouth as he smiled. He looked warm and

flood into her chest at the child’s angelic

too long after,

house, but Madeline held

He is, after all, the precious child of you and your beloved.” There was more to Madeline’s words that met the eye. Turning around, she fired Jackson a gentle and light smile. “Come on, Jack, your father’s here to fetch you home. You can always come again

and slowly shuffled to stand beside

Jackson

gave her a

to say more but was interrupted by an untimely

caller ID, he realized that it was from

seconds hesitating before

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 scared. What if Vera

no way Madeline could not catch a word

However, Madeline reached

to sound from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy,

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

“…”

froze when she heard Madeline’s voice, slowly taking

and pissed expression, Madeline

be the legendary love of Mr. Whitman’s life.

goodbye with a warm smile.

smiled and waved back. “Bye-bye, Big

nodded and quickly

smile when she saw the grim expression Jeremy wore from her

following day, Jeremy caught Madeline by surprise as he found

divine aura attracted numerous

to speak to Madeline,

Madeline Crawford. As a result, he wishes that you could attend the 50th anniversary of the

to attract any more unnecessary issues, let alone

gaze to

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

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

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a rush of unease wash over him when he recognized the sarcasm and disdain in

gaze

me, Mr. Whitman. I really don’t want to be treated as the dead again.” Madeline rejected him

“It won’t happen again.”

his lips to say after a moment

fixated on her, he bent

you, it

to testing

remained silent under her

to how shamelessly in love Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy

had lost his mind the other day. He was not testing her, no. He

that was all

Now, he was awake.

him

Jeremy’s quietness as

scoffed. “With that being said, I shall accept your invite, Mr. Whitman. After all, offending you would do no good to

anniversary was an

she was going to reveal the other side

Madeline quickly mailed it off anonymously to

the counter of a store to pick up the gown she had ordered from the

Madeline was met with the sight of Meredith who was being served enthusiastically by several assistants. She did

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

tags. “This won’t do. This is too cheap for a person of my

Elated by Meredith’s desire for more expensive outfits, the

this style, Miss

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

match Mr. Whitman with this evening gown, Miss

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

it fell on a mannequin as

like its

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

another warehouse.” Meredith was displeased. Desire was apparent in her gaze as it bore

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

while the possessiveness in her eyes

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

“I…”

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

a glance before breaking out into fawning smiles

moment, Miss Montgomery. I’ll wrap it up for you now,” a shop assistant said as she took the

you, Miss Crawford. How could she possibly match

a sentence to come from behind her as she waited happily for the shop assistant to

her head around. A few shop assistant’s gazes fell on her

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.

all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get to spend my family wealth

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

the shop assistants replied, wrapping up

to receive the shopping bag only

Vera Quinn?” Meredith roared in

Madeline’s behavior. “What are you doing, Miss? This belongs to Miss Montgomery!

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

like it doesn’t mean

it. We like it too. But liking it doesn’t mean it belongs to you!

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

the shop assistant quickly picked up the card. Reading the words atop, her expression immediately shifted into an embarrassed one. She flushed

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

other salespeople came over to read the

shifted immediately at a glance as

to see the shop attendants suddenly apologize to Madeline, treating her

Meredith rolled her

and read the card that was in the assistant’s

In 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 as

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

she became the oldest daughter of the Montgomery family. She wanted to become one for this store

never expected the woman she hated so much to fulfill such requirements,

face Meredith’s fuming face.

card

has already pre-ordered that dress long ago.”

tugged into a victorious smile. “I think you’re mistaken. The

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

gown half a

“…” Meredith was speechless.

the sight of

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