My Mute Bride

Chapter 284 The Funeral

“I’ll say this once—Hernandez and I are innocent. As for you, have you forgotten about Amber’s relationship with you? Or me for that matter? Have you forgotten that the smuggling case related to Hudson Pharmaceuticals is still under investigation?

I wouldn’t be able to imagine why else would you have to see her other than because you’re still in love with her.” As soon as Justin heard that, he was at a loss for words. “Rachel, I—”

“Don’t touch me!” Rachel pushed his hand aside once again and left by slamming the door after her. Just then, there was a sound of ignition that echoed over.

Instantly, Justin took a few steps forward to chase after her, but he suddenly stopped by the doorway and watched as her car disappeared at the junction of their estate. He tightened his grip on the door frame and there was a flash of frustration that crossed his eyes.

Why has things gotten to this state? But then I really can’t tolerate her being with another man, no matter who it is! Meanwhile, Rachel directly drove off and headed to Jolly’s house.

Jolly was, in fact, fast asleep when Rachel arrived. However, the former came out of the bedroom upon hearing the sound of the door opening, and she saw Rachel walk in with a furious look on her face.

Just then, Jolly rubbed her eyes and she even thought that she was seeing things. “I thought you said that you wouldn’t be picking them up today?”

“I want to stay with you for a couple of days.”

Rachel placed down her car keys. “I’ll go and take a shower first.”

After she had said that, she immediately headed off into the bathroom without even bothering to say another word.

The water gushed out from the showerhead and Rachel lifted her head to immerse her whole face under the spray. She then scrubbed furiously at her face. Not only that, she grabbed her toothbrush and brushed her teeth with all of her might. It was as if by doing so, she could then rid herself of that kiss from earlier.

She truly loathed Justin using such a rough manner to force himself on her just like he did earlier. Each time he did that, she would be reminded of the frightening marriage they had five to six years ago. His domineering and barbaric behavior was embedded deep in her mind.

After her shower, Rachel got out of the bathroom, only to find Jolly waiting for her.

With a thunk, Jolly opened a can of beer and lifted it in Rachel’s direction. “Let’s have a drink?”

Meanwhile, Rachel wrapped the towel she was using to dry her hair on her shoulders and she subsequently took the can of beer from Jolly. After downing half the can of the beer, she then sat down next to Jolly. At the same time, the television was on and there was a variety show playing, which was annoyingly noisy.

then, Jolly asked, “Do

response, Rachel

something to

“No.”

like this, it is always because of that guy. He’s such a troublemaker! He’s completely forgotten about the past and he gets to restart his life afresh, but how dare he be so wishful as to

Rachel remained nonchalant. “There’s no

“Is that true?”

“Are you doubting me?”

you.” Just then, Jolly took a sip of beer and leaned back on the couch as she wriggled her feet on the coffee table. “After all, he has forgotten about the past, so I was worried that he has indeed fallen in love with you right now and is deeply infatuated with you. Are you sure that you

moment I see him, I always recall the moment back in the hospital when he instructed his men to break Hans’ leg. Not to mention the

can and her action resulted in a loud ‘clacking’

“Your worries are unfounded.”

lifted her brows, “Okay. You can ignore my words then. How long do you plan on staying

time being. I find the sight of him quite

was quite shocked

shouldn’t, inexplicably though, she sympathized with Justin

end, Rachel stayed with Jolly for a few days until Wednesday, which was the day of Jefferey’s

of the smuggling case, those who had close ties with Jefferey avoided him like the plague so naturally, his funeral was quite

the brink of bankruptcy, and the only solution right now was to sell it and

countryside and

the car, Rachel was dressed in black and

Rachel in her tracks with a darkened expression upon seeing

after all,

my dad’s death? The entire Riverdale knows that

justice. He did make

talk to me about all these! He’s my dad! Despite what

Suddenly, a cold male voice rang out from behind Amber. “Stop making a scene at the funeral. There’s