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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.

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

ID,

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

me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand that work is important,

silent at

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

address. After all, searching it up would be an easy feat for

the address, she hung up

What’s wrong? Jackie,

suddenly shouted just as Madeline was about to call the two children

may have happened, Madeline quickly ran to the storeroom where the

on lights, she was shocked to find Jackson squinting in the corner with his

at her. “Jackie and I were just playing hide and seek,

Lily before walking over to squat in

she asked kindly, reaching out

the touch and hugged himself tighter in

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

out again to place a

his head. His complexion was pale and his expression looked lost.

at the sight. The feeling resembled the time when she was forcefully

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

watched Madeline comfort him. His small lips pursed as he dove

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thing Madeline could ever have expected was Jackson

been feeling terrified

as if the only way to lessen his fear was to hold her tight with both his hands while his eyes remained

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

to lightly pat the

now,

saw Jackson relax and calm from

okay, Mommy?” Lily walked over

you some snacks.

Jackie, let’s go eat some snacks together! Mommy’s cake is the

to finally pull himself out of that

his round eyes, his long eyelashes fluttering as he looked up to stare at Madeline

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

with familiarity in

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

Jackson’s eyes as he took in Madeline’s gentle, kind smile. He envied Lillian

herself sighing an inexplicable breath of relief when she saw that the state of

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

off the butter smudged on the corners of Lillian’s

clenched again, this time reminding

of earshot did Madeline dare to ask, “Hey, Jack. How does

juice, the light in

answer to the question was clear

had watched Meredith heartlessly

any demon for being able to remain

preyed on her own

in such a weird manner. What had she done that warranted so much fear

Jeremy never paid Jackson any attention? Had Jeremy left Jackson to

her questions. Ruffling his adorable head,

look a lot like someone you know who’s named

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

that Maddie was a horrible woman, didn’t

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

isn’t a horrible woman.

words were certain, and his eyes were

indescribable feeling started to bubble in her

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so much despite his young

I call you Big Sis Vera from now on?”

wavering at the memory of Jackson calling her

“Of course.”

a smile finally graced Jackson’s

smile, be it three years ago or three

the corners of Jackson’s mouth as he smiled. He looked warm and adorable, just

flood into her

long after, Jeremy

the house, but

take better care of your son, Mr. Whitman. He is, after all, the precious child of you and your beloved.” There was more to Madeline’s words that met

slowly shuffled

father, Jackson remained silent

duo gave her a strange and distant

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

the caller ID, he realized that it

few seconds hesitating before

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? I’m scared. What if Vera

way Madeline could not catch a word with how loud Meredith was

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

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

Crawford? 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 my house? Oh, and call the police too while you’re

“…”

froze when she heard Madeline’s voice,

Madeline smiled and returned

of Mr. Whitman’s life. Quite the high

warm

smiled and waved back.

quickly closed

saw the grim expression

caught Madeline by surprise as he found her working in the shop

tailored suit, Jeremy’s divine

beeline to speak to Madeline, going

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

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

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

you, Mr. Whitman? You, too, suspect

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 alive, let alone speak the words you

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wash over him when he recognized the sarcasm and disdain

gaze drilled into Madeline’s

Mr. Whitman. I really don’t want to be treated as the dead

“It won’t happen again.”

lips to say after

he bent his head

it

chuckled lightly. “Are you admitting to testing me the other day, Mr.

silent under her inquisitive

Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy was the only one

lost his mind the other day. He was not

all

Now, he was awake.

the woman before him

Jeremy’s quietness as silent

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

Madeline seemed, Whitman Corporations’ anniversary was an

to reveal the other side of Meredith in front of the celebrities

Jeremy’s invitation, Madeline quickly mailed it off anonymously to someone

store to pick up the gown she had ordered

was met with the sight of Meredith

from last week, Miss Montgomery. Especially these few here, I’d say they match your aura very well.” The shop assistants praised

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

Elated by Meredith’s desire for more expensive outfits,

about this

limited 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 this to the Whitman Corporation’s

with this evening gown, Miss

being put up on a pedestal with

until it fell on a

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

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

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

It had to be ordered from overseas

Meredith’s expression fell slightly while the possessiveness in

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

“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

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

she possibly match your bossiness? She was never your opponent

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

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

after all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get to spend my family wealth without working for

she put on disappeared instantly as she turned to glare impatiently at the shop assistants. “Wrap it

Montgomery,” the shop assistants replied, wrapping

only for Madeline to take it neatly before Meredith’s

are you doing, Vera Quinn?” Meredith roared in

Meredith’s side to point fingers at Madeline’s behavior. “What are you doing, Miss? This belongs to Miss Montgomery! How could

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

you like it doesn’t mean it’s yours!”

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

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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. “Pick it up and take a look, then tell me whether I’m allowed such

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

sorry! I didn’t know you’re

colleague’s reaction, the other salespeople came over

immediately at a glance as they began apologizing

was stunned to see the shop attendants suddenly

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

as she disdainfully reached out to take and read the card

so great…” Meredith’s face fell amidst her mocking words, doubt and unwillingness to believe the truth bleeding out of her eyes as she stared at Madeline. “You’re this brand’s honorary

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

honorary 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 further elevate

never expected the woman she hated so

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

that, she plucked the card from Meredith’s hands

Meredith walked forward to stop Madeline. “So what if you have that card, Vera? Let me tell you, someone has already pre-ordered that dress long

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

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

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

“…” Meredith was speechless.

at the sight of Meredith Crawford being

quickly stepped forward to form two lines as they bowed respectfully to bid Madeline