One Night Surprise

Chapter 253 You Must Get Married

“In the beginning, I honestly did not mean to hurt the two children. She merely told me to make it look like an accident with some smoke. Then, I would just have to carry Jordan out. However, I didn’t expect a true fire, let alone such a big one that burned down the kitchen. Just thinking of it makes me scared now. If I hadn’t charged into the fire to carry Jordan out, I would have regretted it for the rest of my life.” Mikayla appeared especially fearful at the mention of the incident.

Courtney regarded her with a thoughtful expression. “In that case, Britney was just trying to commit a crime by using you at the time. On one hand, she can blame me for not rescuing Jordan and on the other, she could have murdered him. In the end, if Alexander were to investigate, you would be the culprit. Furthermore, you do not have any evidence to prove that it’s Britney’s doing because she would have been attending the Ivory Bear Awards at that time.”

Mikayla nodded and she wore a complicated expression. “I was careless.”

Courtney inhaled deeply as she felt a chill run down her spine.

There is no reason for Mikayla to lie, whereas Britney has a motive to frame her for the crime. Well, if it’s true that Britney planned and instigated Mikayla to start the fire, it means that my doubts from before are founded. For instance, why would a young miss with high social status stoop so low to hurt two children by working with a pastry chef? Furthermore, she didn’t care if others might suspect her odd behavior and she ran into the fire at the last minute to rescue Jordan.

Courtney didn’t need to think twice to believe Mikayla’s story.

Britney has the courage because she’s different from Mikayla. She has been involved in the entertainment industry from the tender age of 16 or 17. She has witnessed all kinds of shady businesses and she is acquainted with all sorts of people. She is, no doubt, capable of committing such a crime.

“Well, do you believe me now?” Mikayla asked. “I have been feeling unsettled lately and I have the constant feeling that Alexander knows about these things, but he hasn’t exposed me. I honestly can’t go on living feeling this way anymore, which is why I will not endure it any longer. I want to do something to make things right.”

“Which is why you want Alexander and I to reconcile and get back together, just like before you came along?” Courtney chimed in.

initially tensed and guarded emotions relaxed gradually, whereas her stiff back eased back against the chair. “I believe what you said earlier but that’s not the only issue between Alexander and me. Since you are aware of Jordan and Tina’s identities, you should know

just have to inform Alex. I can tell that he really likes you and if you were to tell him that you are Jordan’s biological mother and that he has a daughter too, I’m sure it’ll be a happily ever after for everybody! When that happens, someone like Britney won’t have the chance to take advantage of the situation.” Mikayla’s thoughts were

it out yet but he will know about it. Before that happens, I hope you’ll keep this a secret for me.” Courtney forced a smile which looked especially awkward. When I first started dating Alexander in the beginning, I didn’t know that he was the man from before. Later, I’ve imagined

I no longer had the courage to inform him. Well, you are well aware that talking about

answer was well

have a perfect image in the

keeping this. Thank you for asking me out today to chat about this matter.” Courtney let out a sigh of relief while pointing

owe you an apology. In all honesty, I’m just too used to relying on Alex. I have a clearer mind after I’ve thought about things upon returning here. Besides, my brother has been counseling me many times. Please don’t take my actions in

“You didn’t do

are nothing compared to what Britney has done. To be honest, she’s merely a spoiled princess. She might be doing great in her career and she might look pretty, but she’s rather naïve when it comes to relationship issues. Otherwise, I guess she wouldn’t have failed in her previous

and made

case, when are you headed to

to leave? Are you afraid I might go back on my word?” Mikayla smiled

expose what you did in the past.” Courtney rolled

to survive in the entertainment industry. Do you see her having the time to chat with me about working

her head. “Will he be shocked? I’ve never seen more than three expressions displayed