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.”

he felt a surge of annoyance.

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the medicine with his

ensuring that he didn’t cause her any further discomfort. He skillfully wrapped the wound

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, Frida would surely

a natural expression as he began to explain. “When I was younger, I had a mischievous streak, and

he was just humoring her and hiding

room fell silent

was eerily

the medicine, Maverick tactfully remained kneeling,

the bed. “Tonight, you will wash the entire set of bedding by hand. Wash

Maverick

lowered. He looked so obedient that Gwendolyn

as she thought about the audacity of his actions. How dare he sneaks into my room with a knife? This man is so good

obedient, Gwendolyn couldn’t shake off the feeling that

slowly wear away all the dignity

I can sleep now!” With that, she walked

grabbed her wrist. “Where

with Mr. Harris for a few nights.” Her tone was

go!” he blurted out

not be appropriate for you to disturb him at this hour. It’s better to go to

and Treyton hated him as

stemmed from his inherent possessiveness as a man. Although he knew he had no to stop her, he felt a pang of jealousy and couldn’t accept the

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“Let go”

determined step forward, Maverick matched her movement, his knees pressing tra the floor, and he tightened his grip on

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

cast a curious glance

had known him for so many years, and this

that Natasha

he owed her a debt for three

a knife, he only expressed regret without

you think

came too late. I don’t accept it. Get lost!” she roared in anger

as good as before, and she easily flipped him onto

him another glance. She turned

didn’t chase

sat on the ground, lost in

engine starting reached his ears did he rise and make his way to the window to