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.”

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

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the medicine with his head

gentle, ensuring that he didn’t cause her

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, Frida would

explain. “When I was younger, I had a mischievous streak, and I often ended up getting hurt. Over time,

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

room fell silent

atmosphere was eerily

medicine, Maverick tactfully remained kneeling, choosing not to get

a cold glance, her eyes narrowing as she looked at the bloodstains on the 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

right,” Maverick

so obedient that Gwendolyn

simmered within her as she thought about the audacity of his actions. How dare he sneaks into my room with a knife?

couldn’t shake off the feeling that he was

was determined to slowly wear away all the dignity and pride of this

can sleep now!” With

quickly grabbed her wrist. “Where are you

Mr. Harris for a

he

glare, Maverick quickly softened 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. It’s better to

and Treyton hated him

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

116 Your Apology

“Let go”

his knees pressing tra the

sorry I shouldn’t have hurt you. It won’t happen again. Don’t go to

cast a curious glance back

and this was the first time she had heard him

had failed to apologize upon discovering that Natasha had falsely

her a debt for three years,

after hurting her with a knife, he only expressed regret without extending a formal

you think

accept it. Get lost!” she roared in anger and shook off

as good as before, and she

She turned around and left the villa without

chase after

the ground, lost in thought

starting reached his ears did