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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.

orange juice on the coffee table. Before she could search for the kids, her

caller ID,

one who told me not to look for

from your son’s class teacher before you called me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand

line grew silent at her

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

did not mind giving Jeremy her address. After all, searching it up would be an easy feat for him

she hung up

What’s wrong?

shouted just as Madeline was about to call

Madeline quickly ran to the storeroom where the

shocked to find Jackson squinting in the corner with his head between his knees. The

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

here.” Madeline comforted Lily before walking

Jackson?” she asked kindly, reaching out to touch his

and hugged

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

to place

his expression

a 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

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

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

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have expected was Jackson running

have been

tiny physique deep into her arms. It was as if the only way to lessen his fear was to hold her

at the signs of distress on his small cheeks. It had been a long while since she had felt such an intrusive stab of pain

lightly pat the back of Jackson’s head,

now,

relax and calm

okay, Mommy?” Lily walked over and asked

“Mommy made you some

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

her words, Jackson seemed to finally

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

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

words echoed with

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

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

of relief when she saw that the state of Jackson’s

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

wipe off the butter smudged

time reminding her of the child she

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

drank his orange juice,

the question was clear as

heartlessly slash Jackson’s cheek with

any demon for being able to remain aloof

such a woman who preyed on her own son for

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

Jeremy never paid Jackson any attention? Had Jeremy left Jackson

silence had Madeline putting a hold on her questions. Ruffling his adorable head, she changed the

that I look a lot like someone

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

smiled. “What if I am this Maddie? I’m sure your mother told you that Maddie was a horrible

heard her words. Then,

woman.

words were certain, and his eyes

an indescribable feeling started to bubble

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her so much despite his young age was something Madeline

from

mind wavering at the memory of Jackson

“Of course.”

her reply, a smile finally

the first time Madeline had seen Jackson smile, be it

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

warmth flood into her

long after,

to enter the house, but Madeline held him

that met the eye. Turning around, she fired Jackson a gentle and light smile. “Come on, Jack, your father’s here to

and slowly shuffled to stand

father, Jackson remained silent by

gave her

his gratitude. He wanted to

caller ID, he realized

hesitating before accepting

to pick Jack up from the kindergarten but the teacher told me a woman called Vera Quinn had already taken our son away!

way Madeline could not catch a word

as she watched Jeremy frown with his lips apart, ready to respond. However, Madeline reached out to take his phone and placed it by her ear

from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy, can you

I also have your fiancé with me. You

“…”

she heard Madeline’s voice, slowly

pissed expression, Madeline smiled

love of Mr. Whitman’s life. Quite

warm

waved back. “Bye-bye, Big Sis

quickly

saw the grim expression Jeremy

Madeline by surprise as he found

divine aura attracted

speak to Madeline, going

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

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

gaze to

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

you called me over 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 absolutely no way that you would cry for her in such a tone even if she was still alive, let alone speak the words

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when he recognized the sarcasm and disdain in

lips, his gaze drilled into

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

“It won’t happen again.”

say

her, he bent

it won’t

admitting to testing me the other day, Mr.

remained silent under

privy to how shamelessly in love Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy was the only one who knew he loved her

was, Jeremy had lost his mind the other day. He was not testing her, no. He had fantasized that she was still

was all

Now, he was awake.

him to

Jeremy’s quietness as

scoffed. “With that being said, I shall accept your invite, Mr. Whitman. After all,

Corporations’ anniversary was an

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

Madeline quickly mailed it off anonymously to someone

the counter of a store to

the store, Madeline was met with the sight of Meredith

few here, I’d say they match your aura very well.” The

took the 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 more

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

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

Mr. Whitman with

a pedestal with the shop

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

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

already been

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

so it was not cheap. It had to be ordered

slightly while the possessiveness in her eyes

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

“I…”

are you still waiting for? Are you telling me a casual customer is more important than long-term

shared a glance before breaking out into fawning smiles

moment, Miss Montgomery. I’ll wrap it up for you now,” a shop

Miss Crawford. How could she possibly match your bossiness?

expected such a sentence to come from behind her as she waited happily for the shop assistant to wrap the dress

as she whipped her head around. A

smile 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 jewelry does come with quite

money. I’m not you, after all, Miss

smile she put on 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

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

to receive the shopping bag only for Madeline

doing, Vera Quinn?” Meredith roared

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

like this gown, Miss Crawford? What

it too? Just because you like it doesn’t mean it’s yours!” Meredith smirked

the only one who likes it. We like it too. But liking it doesn’t mean it belongs to you!

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card and threw it at the face of the shop assistant who had

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

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

other salespeople came over to read the card Madeline had thrown

a glance as

was stunned to see the shop attendants suddenly apologize

Why are you so polite to her?” Meredith rolled her

take and read the card that was in the

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 she stared at Madeline.

her hands, Meredith’s eyes were filled with suspicion and doubt despite the words ‘Vera Quinn’ boldly

ever since she became the oldest daughter of the Montgomery family. She wanted to become one for this store to further elevate her taste, yet she found

never expected the woman she hated so much to fulfill

to face Meredith’s fuming

the card from Meredith’s hands and

forward to stop Madeline. “So what if you have that card, Vera? Let me tell you, someone has already pre-ordered that dress long ago.” She crossed her

face, Madeline’s lips tugged into a victorious smile. “I think you’re mistaken. The

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

Someone has already pre-ordered the gown half a month ago as we’ve

“…” Meredith was speechless.

can I go yet?” Madeline smiled at the sight of Meredith

they bowed respectfully to bid Madeline farewell. “Have a nice day, Miss Quinn. Please come