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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.

juice on the coffee table. Before she could search for

ID, she accepted

thought you were the one who told me not to look for you anymore, Miss Vera.” Jeremy’s alluring baritone voice sounded

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

line grew silent

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

it up would be an easy feat for him

the address, she

What’s wrong? Jackie,

shouted just as Madeline was about to

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

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

“Jackie and I were just playing hide and seek, Mommy. Then,

Madeline comforted Lily before walking

Jackson?” she asked kindly, reaching out

shook at the touch and hugged himself tighter in

at the strange reaction, her worry doubling. “Don’t be afraid, Jackson. Aunty Vera won’t

reached out again to place a hand on Jackson’s

his

her heart break at the sight. The feeling resembled the time when she was forcefully inducted into labor. Her heart stabbed with

and soft as she said, “What’s wrong, Jackson? Did something upset you? You can tell

dove into Madeline’s arms. His voice trembled as he

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

must have been

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

cheeks. It had been a long while since she had

pat the back of Jackson’s head, her

alright now,

Madeline saw Jackson relax and calm from his previous upset

okay, Mommy?” Lily walked over and

made you some

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

seemed to finally pull himself out

Madeline Crawford. Slowly but surely, a red blush of what looked

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

words echoed with

smiled warmly and gently caressed Jackson’s small cheeks. “What are

fast as it came in Jackson’s eyes as he took in Madeline’s gentle, kind smile. He envied Lillian for having such a warm and

sighing an inexplicable breath of relief when she

as she watched the two children sitting next

she watched Jackson caringly wipe off the butter smudged on the

heart clenched again, this time reminding

use the bathroom. Only when she was conveniently out of earshot did Madeline dare to ask, “Hey, Jack. How does

orange juice, the light in his eyes slowly

question

watched Meredith heartlessly slash Jackson’s cheek with a fruit

any demon for being able to remain aloof

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

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

attention? Had Jeremy left Jackson to deal with Meredith’s

putting a hold on her questions. Ruffling his adorable head,

lot like someone you know who’s

gaze bore heavily into her before he nodded. “I

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

expression grew solemn when he heard her words. Then, he started to

woman. She would never

were certain, and his eyes were exceptionally

as an indescribable feeling started to bubble in her

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her so much despite his young age was something

Big Sis Vera from now

the memory

“Of course.”

reply, a smile finally graced

Jackson smile, be it three years ago or three

as he smiled. He looked warm and adorable, just

felt warmth flood into her

too long after,

the house, but Madeline held him

Madeline’s words that met the eye. Turning around, she fired Jackson a gentle and light

and slowly

father, Jackson remained silent

duo gave her a

expressed his gratitude. He wanted to say

the caller ID, he

a few seconds hesitating before accepting the call

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 scared. What if Vera Quinn hurts

was no way Madeline could not catch a word

she watched Jeremy frown with his lips apart, ready to respond. However, Madeline reached out to take his phone

continued to sound from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy, can you hear me?

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 my house? Oh, and call the police too

“…”

froze when she heard Madeline’s voice, slowly taking

and pissed expression, Madeline smiled and returned the

of Mr. Whitman’s life. Quite the high maintenance, I’d

goodbye with a warm smile.

smiled and waved back. “Bye-bye, Big Sis

and quickly closed

an ironic smile when she saw the grim expression Jeremy

caught Madeline by surprise as he found her working in

divine

beeline to speak to Madeline, going straight

Crawford. As a result, he wishes that you could attend the 50th anniversary of the founding of Whitman Corporation. The anniversary is in

but I don’t want to attract any more unnecessary issues, let alone

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

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

to the club. 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

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felt a rush of unease wash over him when

his lips, his gaze drilled into Madeline’s

looking for me, Mr. Whitman. I really don’t want

“It won’t happen again.”

parted his lips to say after

his gaze fixated on her, he bent his head to lean closer to

it won’t happen

admitting to testing

remained silent under

world was privy to how shamelessly in love Madeline was

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

was all it

Now, he was awake.

fantasize the woman before him to be the one in

Jeremy’s quietness as

being said, I shall accept your invite, Mr. Whitman. After all, offending you would do no good to my days

seemed, Whitman Corporations’ anniversary was an event she needed

was going to reveal the other

mailed

to the counter of a store to pick

with the sight of Meredith who

Miss Montgomery. Especially these few here, I’d say they match your

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

by Meredith’s desire for more expensive outfits, the shop assistants immediately brought her to a side

this style,

price is also very fitting of your status! I’m sure you’d be the center of everyone’s

with this

a pedestal with the shop assistants’ singing her praises after

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

I seen this dress before? I like its unique style. I want to try it on,”

awkwardly. “The gown has already been

was displeased. Desire was apparent

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

slightly while the possessiveness

dress. You can just tell the client their pre-ordered gown hasn’t arrived yet. You should wrap this dress up for me if you want me to continue shopping

“I…”

a casual customer is more important

shop assistants shared a glance before breaking out into

I’ll wrap it up for you now,” a shop assistant said as

sense how Madeline lost to you, Miss Crawford. How could she possibly match

to come from behind her as she waited happily for the shop assistant to wrap the dress up

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

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

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

disappeared instantly as she turned to glare impatiently at the shop assistants. “Wrap it up already!” She quirked an eyebrow at Madeline. “Jeremy’s still waiting for me for

One moment, Miss Montgomery,” the shop assistants

glance at Madeline, Meredith reached out to receive the shopping bag only for Madeline to take it

Vera Quinn?”

as well, immediately standing on Meredith’s side to point fingers at Madeline’s behavior. “What are you doing, Miss? This belongs to Miss Montgomery! How could you take other’s

lips quirked meaningfully. “Do you like this gown, Miss Crawford? What a shame, I like

Just because you like it doesn’t mean it’s

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

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snobbish shop 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

up the card. Reading the words atop, her expression immediately shifted into an embarrassed one.

know you’re Miss Quinn! I’m sorry, really!

colleague’s reaction, the other salespeople came over to read

immediately at a glance as they began apologizing

attendants suddenly apologize to Madeline, treating her

her?” Meredith rolled her eyes in disagreement. “What’s so shocking about this woman’s

and read the card that was in

so great…” Meredith’s face fell amidst her mocking words, doubt and unwillingness to believe the truth bleeding out

purple VIP card in her hands, Meredith’s eyes were filled with suspicion and doubt despite

daughter of the Montgomery family. She wanted to become one for this store to further elevate

woman she hated so much to

curled as she turned to face Meredith’s fuming face. “So can this

card from Meredith’s hands and turned

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

lips tugged into a victorious smile. “I think you’re mistaken. The one who can’t have it is you, Meredith Crawford. The gown has been mine

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

explained. “That’s true, Miss Montgomery. Someone has already pre-ordered the gown half a month ago

“…” Meredith was speechless.

Madeline smiled at the sight of Meredith Crawford being close to blowing

respectfully to bid Madeline farewell. “Have a nice day, Miss