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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.

the freshly baked cake and orange juice on the coffee

the caller ID, she

I thought you were the one who told me not to look for you anymore,

Mr. Whitman? I understand that work is important, but a child also needs the loving nurture

silent

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

giving Jeremy her address. After all, searching it up would be an easy feat for him if

she hung

wrong? Jackie,

just as Madeline was about to call the

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

the corner with his head between his knees. The boy’s arms were wrapped

just playing hide and seek, Mommy. Then, he

baby. Mommy’s here.” Madeline comforted Lily before walking

asked kindly, reaching out

and hugged himself tighter in

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

out again to place a hand

complexion was pale and his expression

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

something upset you? You can tell Aunty Vera. It’s alright, shh. It’s going to be okay. Aunty Vera’s here. I won’t let

him. His small lips pursed as he dove into Madeline’s arms. His voice trembled as he shook. He called out

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Madeline could ever have expected was Jackson running

have been feeling

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

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

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

alright now, Jack.

Madeline saw Jackson relax and calm from his previous upset

Mommy?” Lily walked over and asked

made you some snacks. How about you share

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

words, Jackson seemed to finally

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

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

words echoed with familiarity in

“What are you

flash of envy left 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

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

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

the butter smudged on the corners of Lillian’s

this time reminding her of the

out of earshot did Madeline dare to

drank his orange juice, the light in his eyes

question was

had watched Meredith heartlessly slash

demon for being able

on her own son for status and wealth exist in this

weird manner. What had she done that

Jeremy left Jackson to deal with Meredith’s

hold on her questions. Ruffling his

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

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

am this Maddie? I’m sure your mother told you that Maddie was a horrible woman, didn’t

he heard her words.

woman. She would never

words were certain, and his eyes were

was stunned as an indescribable feeling started to bubble

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trust her so much despite his young age

Sis Vera from now on?” Jackson

the memory

“Of course.”

her reply, a smile finally graced

Madeline had seen Jackson smile, be it three years

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

warmth flood into her chest at

long

house, but Madeline held him

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 the eye.

and slowly shuffled to stand beside

his father, Jackson remained silent

her a strange and

He wanted to say

he realized that it

spent a few seconds hesitating before accepting the call

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,

Madeline could not catch a word with how loud Meredith was

lips apart, ready to respond. However, Madeline reached out to take his phone and

high-pitched screams continued to sound from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy, can you

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

“…”

voice, slowly

embarrassed and pissed expression, Madeline smiled and returned the phone to

the legendary love of Mr. Whitman’s

a warm smile. “Bye-bye,

back. “Bye-bye, Big Sis

and quickly closed the

out an ironic smile when she saw the grim expression Jeremy wore from her peripheral

following day, Jeremy caught Madeline by surprise as he found her

suit, Jeremy’s divine

a beeline to speak to Madeline, going straight to the

you could attend the 50th anniversary

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

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

Mr. Whitman? 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

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rush of unease wash over him when he recognized the sarcasm and disdain

his lips, his gaze drilled into Madeline’s

stop looking for me, Mr. Whitman. I really don’t want to be treated as the dead again.” Madeline rejected him

“It won’t happen again.”

his lips to say after a moment

bent his head to lean closer to

it

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

silent under her inquisitive

so. While the entire world was privy to how shamelessly in love Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy was the only one who knew he

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

was all

Now, he was awake.

before him to be the one in

took Jeremy’s quietness as

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

anniversary was an event

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

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

she went to the counter of a store to pick up the gown she had ordered from

small world it was. After entering the store, Madeline was met with the sight of Meredith who was being served enthusiastically by several assistants.

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

This is too cheap for a person of my status. Don’t you have something more

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

this style,

here is this season’s 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

with this

arrogantly after being put up on a pedestal

until it fell on a mannequin as if she had been enraptured by the outfit

haven’t I seen this dress before? I like its unique style. I

already been pre-ordered by another

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

was not cheap. It had to be ordered from overseas half a month before purchase,

Meredith’s expression fell slightly while

gown hasn’t arrived yet. You should wrap this dress up for me if

“I…”

you telling me a casual customer is

a glance before breaking out into

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

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

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

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

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

all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get to spend my

The corners of Meredith’s lips twitched as distaste settled on her face. The fake smile she put on disappeared instantly as she turned to glare impatiently at the

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

receive the shopping bag only for Madeline to take it neatly before Meredith’s fingers could touch the bag’s

you doing, Vera Quinn?” Meredith

point fingers at Madeline’s behavior. “What are you

lips quirked meaningfully. “Do you like this

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

Miss. You’re not the only 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

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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

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

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

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

at a glance as they began apologizing to

see the shop attendants suddenly apologize to Madeline, treating

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

as she disdainfully reached out to take and

doubt and unwillingness to believe the truth

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

honorary member of many luxurious stores ever since she became the oldest daughter of the Montgomery family. She wanted to

hated so much to fulfill

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

card

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 ago.”

smile. “I think you’re mistaken. The one who can’t have it is you, Meredith Crawford. The gown has

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

pre-ordered the gown half a month ago as we’ve mentioned earlier and that person is… Miss Vera

“…” Meredith was speechless.

smiled at the sight of Meredith Crawford being

form two lines as they bowed respectfully to