Married by Mistake: Mr. Whitman’s Sinner Wife by Sixteenth Child

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.

baked cake and orange juice on the coffee table. Before she could search for the kids, her phone

the caller ID, she accepted

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

before you called me back, Mr. Whitman? I understand that work is

line grew silent at

from the speaker again. “My

searching it up would be an easy feat for

she

What’s wrong? Jackie,

as Madeline was about to call the two children

ran to

Jackson squinting in the corner with his head between his knees. The boy’s arms were wrapped around

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

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

she asked kindly, reaching out to touch his

touch and hugged himself

worry doubling. “Don’t be afraid, Jackson.

again to place a hand

pale and his expression looked lost. His round

the sight. The feeling resembled the time when

Did something upset you?

eyes reddened as he watched Madeline comfort him. His small lips pursed as he dove into Madeline’s arms. His voice trembled as he shook. He called

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thing Madeline could ever have expected was Jackson running into her arms,

been feeling

way to lessen his fear was to hold her tight

a long while since she had

lifted a hand to lightly pat the back of Jackson’s

alright now,

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

Mommy?” Lily walked over and asked

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

hand to Jackson. “Come on, Jackie, let’s

to finally pull himself out

long eyelashes fluttering as he looked up to stare at Madeline Crawford. Slowly but

“Sorry.” He suddenly apologized.

words echoed with

smiled warmly and gently caressed Jackson’s small cheeks. “What

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

she saw that

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

when she watched Jackson caringly wipe off the butter smudged on the corners

reminding her

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

juice, the light in his

answer to the question was clear as

watched Meredith heartlessly slash

more than any demon for being able to remain aloof

own son for status

the point that Jackson would act in such a weird manner. What had she done that warranted

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

on her questions. Ruffling his adorable head, she

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

gaze bore heavily into her before he

this Maddie? I’m sure your mother told you that Maddie was a horrible woman, didn’t she? That this Maddie had hurt

her words. Then, he started to

definitely isn’t a horrible woman.

words were certain, and his

indescribable feeling started

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have Jackson Whitman trust her so much despite his young age was something Madeline

I call you Big Sis Vera from

wavering at the memory of Jackson calling her ‘Mom’

“Of course.”

her reply, a smile

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

appeared by the corners of Jackson’s mouth as he smiled. He

flood into her chest at the child’s angelic

too long after,

house, but Madeline held him

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 on, Jack, your father’s here to

and slowly shuffled to stand beside

Jackson remained

gave her a strange and distant

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

caller ID, he realized that

a few seconds hesitating before accepting the

connected, Meredith’s 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

no way Madeline could not catch a word with

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

sound from the speaker. “Jeremy, Jeremy,

kidnap your son, but I also have your fiancé with me. You want to save them, don’t you? So how

“…”

she heard Madeline’s voice, slowly taking

embarrassed and pissed expression, Madeline

be the legendary love of Mr. Whitman’s life. Quite

waved Jackson goodbye with a warm smile. “Bye-bye,

and waved back. “Bye-bye, Big

nodded and quickly closed the

out an ironic smile when she saw

Madeline by surprise as he found her

a tailored suit, Jeremy’s divine aura attracted numerous

beeline to speak to Madeline, going

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

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

her gaze to stare into Jeremy’s bottomless eyes.

Whitman? You, too,

be drunk when 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

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when he recognized the sarcasm and disdain in Madeline’s

his gaze drilled into Madeline’s

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.”

his lips to say after a moment of

fixated on her, he bent his head to lean closer

you, it won’t happen

admitting to

under

was privy to how shamelessly in love Madeline was with Jeremy, Jeremy was the

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

that was all

Now, he was awake.

fantasize the woman before him to be the one in

took Jeremy’s quietness as

being said, I shall accept your invite, Mr. Whitman. After all, offending you would do no good to my days in

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to reveal the other side of Meredith in front

mailed it off

store to pick

store, Madeline was met with the sight of Meredith who

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

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

more expensive outfits, the shop

this style, Miss

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

Mr. Whitman with

a pedestal with the

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

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

already been pre-ordered by another client,

Desire was apparent in her gaze as it bore holes into the

assistant was placed between a rock and a hard place. This dress was handmade, so it was not cheap. It had to be ordered from overseas half a month before purchase, so this was the only one in the entirety

slightly while the possessiveness

You should wrap this dress up for me if you

“I…”

are you still waiting for? Are you telling me a casual customer is more important

before breaking out into fawning

moment, Miss Montgomery. I’ll wrap it up for you

she possibly match your bossiness? She was never your opponent

she waited happily for the shop assistant to

expression darkened as she whipped her head around. A few shop assistant’s gazes fell

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?” She

money. I’m not you, after all, Miss Crawford. I don’t get to spend

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

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

receive the shopping bag only for Madeline to take

Vera Quinn?” Meredith

immediately standing on Meredith’s side to point fingers at Madeline’s behavior. “What are you doing,

of Madeline’s lips quirked meaningfully. “Do you like this gown, Miss

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

“This is a six-figure dress, 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,

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

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

sorry! I didn’t know you’re Miss Quinn!

the other salespeople came over to read the

glance

was stunned to see the shop attendants

her?” Meredith rolled her eyes in disagreement. “What’s so shocking

take and read the card that was in the assistant’s

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

in her hands, Meredith’s eyes were filled with suspicion and

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

woman she hated so much to fulfill such

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

she plucked the card

Vera? Let me tell you, someone has

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

“What?” Meredith’s smile hardened.

has already pre-ordered the gown half a month ago as

“…” Meredith was speechless.

the sight of Meredith Crawford being

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