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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.

ID, she

look

realize the calls from your son’s class teacher before you called me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand that work is important, but a child also needs the loving

grew silent at her

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

it up would be an easy feat for him if

the address, she

wrong?

shouted just as Madeline was about

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

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

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

Lily before walking over to

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

and hugged

her worry doubling. “Don’t be afraid,

again to place a hand on

pale and his expression looked lost. His round eyes were

time when she was forcefully inducted into

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 alright, shh. It’s going

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

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thing Madeline could ever have expected was Jackson running into her

been feeling terrified and

buried his tiny physique deep into her arms. It was as if the only way to lessen his fear was to hold her tight with both his hands while his eyes

been a long while since she had felt such an intrusive stab of pain eating its way out of

lightly pat the back of Jackson’s

alright now,

comforting words, Madeline saw Jackson relax and calm from his previous upset

Lily walked over and

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

“Come on, Jackie, let’s go eat some snacks together! Mommy’s

seemed to finally pull himself out

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

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

echoed with familiarity

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

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

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

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

off the butter smudged on the corners of

clenched again, this time reminding her of

Lily got up to use the bathroom. Only when she was conveniently out of earshot did Madeline dare

drank his orange juice, the light in his eyes

to the question was

Meredith heartlessly slash Jackson’s cheek

any demon for being able to remain aloof in the face

woman who preyed on her own

she done that warranted

attention? Had Jeremy

her questions. Ruffling his adorable head, she

that I look a lot like someone you know who’s

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

told you that Maddie was

heard her words. Then, he started to shake his

a horrible woman. She would never hurt

and his eyes were

as an indescribable feeling started to

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Jackson Whitman trust her so much despite his young

I call you Big Sis Vera from now

her mind wavering at the memory of Jackson calling her

“Of course.”

a smile finally

Madeline had seen Jackson smile, be it

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

flood into her

too long after, Jeremy

to enter the house, but Madeline held him off

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 the eye. Turning around, she fired Jackson a gentle and light smile. “Come

nodded and slowly shuffled to stand

greeting his father, Jackson remained

gave her a strange and

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

he realized that it

hesitating before accepting

“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? I’m scared. What

could not catch

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

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

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

“…”

when she heard Madeline’s voice, slowly

and pissed expression, Madeline smiled and

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

warm smile. “Bye-bye, Jackson. See you next

and waved back. “Bye-bye, Big Sis

and quickly

saw

surprise as he found

Jeremy’s divine aura

made a beeline to speak to

result, he wishes that you could attend the 50th anniversary of the founding of Whitman

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

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

suspect it too, don’t you, Mr. Whitman? You, too, suspect that I’m that

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

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wash over him when he recognized the

his gaze

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

“It won’t happen again.”

his lips to say after a moment of

on her, he bent his head to lean

it

lightly. “Are you admitting to testing

remained silent under her inquisitive

to how shamelessly in love Madeline was with Jeremy,

other day. He was not testing her,

all it was. A

Now, he was awake.

him to be

Jeremy’s quietness as

accept your invite, Mr. Whitman. After all, offending

Corporations’ anniversary was an event she needed to

she was going to reveal the other side of Meredith

mailed

the counter of a store to pick up the

was. After entering the store, Madeline was met with the sight of Meredith who was being served enthusiastically by

styles from last week, Miss Montgomery. Especially these few here,

dresses to check the price tags. “This won’t do. This is too cheap for a person of my

of course! This way, please!” Elated by Meredith’s desire for more expensive outfits, the

about this style, Miss

evening gown, Miss Montgomery. Its price is also very fitting of your status! I’m

You’d match Mr. Whitman with this evening

pedestal with the shop assistants’

still felt rather unsatisfied. Her gaze wandered until it fell on a mannequin as if she had

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

gown has already been pre-ordered by another

another one from another warehouse.” Meredith was displeased. Desire was apparent in

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

fell slightly while the possessiveness

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

“I…”

telling me a casual customer is

glance before

it up for you

lost to you, Miss Crawford. How could she possibly match your bossiness? She was never

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

around. A few shop assistant’s

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 the salary, huh?”

you, after all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get

face. The fake smile she put on disappeared instantly as she turned to glare impatiently at the shop assistants. “Wrap

Miss Montgomery,” the shop assistants replied,

arrogant glance at Madeline, Meredith reached out to receive the shopping bag only for Madeline to take it neatly before Meredith’s fingers could touch

Vera Quinn?” Meredith

fingers at Madeline’s behavior.

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

like it doesn’t mean it’s yours!” Meredith smirked

a six-figure dress, Miss. You’re not the only one who likes it. We like it too. But liking

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the 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 look,

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

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

reaction, the other salespeople came over to read the card Madeline

immediately at a glance as they began apologizing to

the shop attendants suddenly apologize

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

as she disdainfully reached out to take and read the card that was in the

face fell amidst her mocking words, doubt and

faint purple VIP card in her hands, Meredith’s eyes were filled with

the Montgomery family. She wanted to become one for this store to further elevate her taste, yet she found herself unable to meet their

never expected the woman she hated so much

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

card from Meredith’s hands and turned

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 arms and smirked. “If

selfishness 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

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

half a month ago

“…” Meredith was speechless.

smiled at the sight of Meredith Crawford being

quickly stepped forward to form two lines as they bowed respectfully to bid Madeline farewell. “Have a nice day, Miss Quinn. Please come