The Ex and Her Riches

Chapter 116 Your Apology Came Too Late

Gwendolyn was initially furious, but his witty response almost made her laugh in spite of herself.

His proud yet submissive expression, as if to convey, “I may have kneeled, but my resolve remains unyielding.” made her snort. She scolded, “What are you waiting for? Apply the medicine now!”

Maverick quickly opened the first-aid kit and began to apply medicine to the wound on her palm. carefully.

The cut wasn’t too deep, but it stretched almost across the entire palm.

Her once fair and delicate hand now appeared somewhat menacing due to the long, deep wound etched across it.

Maverick was suddenly overcome with a pang of guilt, and his movements while applying the medicine. became gentler and more cautious.

Gwendolyn looked coldly at the man kneeling obediently at her feet and asked with curiosity, “Since you know that you can’t possibly kill me, why did you still engage in such a foolish act?”

Maverick kept his head down, tightly pursing his lips without speaking.

Was it to aid Sheralyn in seeking revenge, or did you genuinely believe Dexter’s words that I was responsible for the death of Old Mr. Wright?”

Maverick remained silent as he focused on applying the medicine for her.

Gwendolyn fixed her gaze on him, thoughtfully organizing her thoughts for once. “I couldn’t have killed Old Mr. Wright. He was already battling cancer, so it was unnecessary for me to go to such lengths. You must be aware of this fact as well. So, was it all for Sheralyn’s sake?”

The man responded to her question with silence once more.

Gwendolyn firmly hooked the man’s chin with her uninjured left hand, forcing him to lift his head and meet her unwavering gaze.

“You should know my personality by now. Sheralyn might be happy that my hand got injured, but you’ll have to pay the price. Is it worth it for you to do this?”

Maverick’s eyes grew slightly red at that. “It’s not worth it. That’s why I deeply regret my actions.”

Gwendolyn lowered her gaze to meet his, her sharp eyes keenly noting the traces of redness around his eyes. Well, he certainly looks sincere.

She wondered if Maverick was indeed feeling guilty because of her injured hand or if it was just part of his

act.

Her eyes darted around and met his swollen right cheek.

“Great, now the slaps on both sides of your face have created a perfect symmetry.” She paused for a moment before continuing with a determined tone, “Do you remember not long ago when you cornered me in the ladies’ room? I warned you then that one day you would find yourself kneeling before me and facing the consequences. Little did I know that day would arrive so soon.”

her teasing tone, he felt a surge of annoyance. He forcefully

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and resumed applying the

ensuring that he didn’t cause her any further

tentatively asked. “As the precious son of the Wright family, you must have been pampered since childhood, right? If you ever got even the slightest burp or scrape,

expression as he began to explain. “When I was younger, I had a mischievous streak, and I often ended up getting

humoring her and hiding something, but she didn’t bother to

room fell silent

was eerily

gently applying the medicine, Maverick tactfully remained kneeling, choosing

bed. “Tonight, you will wash the entire set of bedding by hand. Wash it in the backyard. You are not allowed to sleep until it is

Maverick replied, hardly

looked so obedient that Gwendolyn found it almost

actions. How dare he sneaks into my room with a knife? This man

obedient, Gwendolyn couldn’t shake off the feeling that he was holding back

was very annoyed and was determined to slowly wear away all

now!” With

her wrist.

for a few nights.” Her tone

go!” he blurted out

his tone as he said, “I mean, it’s qu late, and it might not be appropriate for you to disturb him at this hour.

hated Treyton, and Treyton hated him

Although he knew he had no to stop her, he felt a pang of jealousy and couldn’t accept the idea of Gwendolyn seeking

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“Let go”

determined step forward, Maverick matched her movement, his knees pressing

hurt you. It won’t happen again. Don’t

a curious glance back

had known him for so many years, and this was the first time she had

failed to apologize upon discovering that Natasha had falsely accused

her a debt for three years, he didn’t offer

even after hurting her with a knife, he only expressed regret

you think

don’t accept it. Get lost!” she

was not as good as before, and she easily flipped him onto

glance. She turned around and left the villa without looking

chase after

on the ground, lost

sound of a car engine starting reached his ears did he rise and make his way