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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.

on the coffee

ID, she accepted the

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

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

grew silent at her

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

it up would be an easy

address, she hung up the

wrong? Jackie,

Madeline was about to call the two children over for

Madeline quickly ran to the storeroom where the sound

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

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

Madeline comforted Lily before walking over to squat

she asked kindly, reaching out to

shook at the touch and hugged

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

again to place a hand on Jackson’s

his expression looked lost. His round eyes were

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

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

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

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was Jackson running into her arms, calling her

have been feeling terrified

way to lessen his fear was to hold her tight with both his hands while his eyes

long while

hand to lightly pat the back of Jackson’s head,

now,

Madeline saw Jackson relax and

Jackie okay, Mommy?” Lily walked over and

worry.” Madeline smiled. “Mommy made you some

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

seemed to finally pull himself

to stare at Madeline Crawford. Slowly but surely, a red

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

echoed with familiarity

Jackson’s small cheeks. “What are you

as 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 familiar

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

children sitting next to each

she watched Jackson caringly wipe off the

heart clenched again, this time reminding

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

drank his orange juice, the light

to the question

Meredith heartlessly slash

demon for being able to remain aloof in the

own son for status and wealth exist in

a weird manner. What had she done that

paid Jackson any attention? Had Jeremy left Jackson

hold on her questions. Ruffling his adorable

lot like someone you

bore heavily into her before he nodded. “I thought

told you that Maddie was a horrible woman, didn’t

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

isn’t a horrible woman. She would

words were certain, and his eyes were

an indescribable feeling started to bubble

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trust her so much despite his young age was

Vera from now on?” Jackson looked

at the memory of Jackson calling her ‘Mom’ moments

“Of course.”

smile finally graced

Madeline had seen Jackson smile, be it three years ago or three years later

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

felt warmth flood into her chest at the child’s angelic

long after,

to enter the house, but Madeline held him

to Madeline’s words that met the eye.

slowly shuffled to stand beside

his father, Jackson

her a strange

wanted to say more but was interrupted by an untimely

he realized that it was

a few seconds hesitating before accepting the

complaints and wailing drifted in from the other end. “Jeremy! I 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?

was no way Madeline could not catch

with his lips apart, ready to respond. However, Madeline reached out

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

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

“…”

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

Madeline smiled and returned the

the legendary love of Mr. Whitman’s life. Quite the high maintenance,

a warm

waved back.

nodded and quickly closed the

ironic smile when she saw the grim expression Jeremy

Madeline by surprise as he found

tailored suit, Jeremy’s divine aura attracted

speak to Madeline, going

wishes that you could attend the 50th anniversary of the founding of Whitman Corporation. The anniversary is in two

to draw without lifting her head. “I’m sorry, but I don’t want to attract any more unnecessary issues, let alone be suspected from time to time by other people

lifted her gaze to stare into Jeremy’s bottomless

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

how much you hated

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wash over him when he recognized the sarcasm and

his lips, his gaze drilled into Madeline’s

great if you would stop looking for me, Mr. Whitman. I really don’t want to be treated as the dead again.”

“It won’t happen again.”

lips to say after a

he bent his head to lean closer to

promise you, it won’t

“Are you admitting to

under her inquisitive

Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy was the only one who

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

that was all

Now, he was awake.

the woman before him to

Jeremy’s quietness as

Whitman. After all, offending you

Madeline seemed, Whitman Corporations’ anniversary was

the other side of Meredith in

invitation, Madeline quickly mailed it off anonymously to someone

the counter of a store to pick up the

with the sight of Meredith who was

here, I’d say they match your

do. This is too cheap for a person of

Meredith’s desire for more expensive

this

of your status! I’m sure you’d be the center of everyone’s attention should

Mr. Whitman with

a pedestal with the shop assistants’ singing her praises

fell on a mannequin as if she had

dress before? I like its unique style. I want to try it

smiled awkwardly. “The gown has already

was displeased. Desire was apparent in her gaze as it bore

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

fell slightly while the possessiveness in her

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

“I…”

customer is more important than long-term

before breaking out

wrap it up for you now,” a shop

Madeline lost to you, Miss Crawford. How could she possibly match your bossiness? She was

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

turned sinister, but the smile remained on her face in the public setting. “It’s you? I never thought you’d

not you, after all, Miss

turned to

course! One moment, Miss Montgomery,” the shop assistants replied, wrapping up the gown and

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

are you doing, Vera Quinn?” Meredith roared in

at Madeline’s behavior. “What

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

too? Just because you like it doesn’t

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

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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

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

I didn’t know you’re Miss Quinn! I’m

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

immediately at a glance as

was stunned to see the shop attendants suddenly apologize to Madeline, treating her with

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

as she disdainfully reached out to take and

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

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

wanted to become

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

lips curled as she turned to face Meredith’s fuming face.

she plucked the card

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

in the face, Madeline’s 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 since half

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

already pre-ordered the gown half

“…” Meredith was speechless.

go yet?” Madeline smiled at the sight of Meredith

they bowed respectfully to bid Madeline farewell. “Have a nice