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.”

listened to her teasing tone, he felt a

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her and resumed applying the medicine with

his movements remained precise and gentle, ensuring that he didn’t cause her any further discomfort. He

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

to explain. “When I was younger, I had a mischievous streak, and

humoring her and hiding

silent for a

atmosphere was

applying the medicine, Maverick tactfully remained

bed. “Tonight, you will wash the

Maverick replied, hardly

He looked so obedient that Gwendolyn found

audacity of his actions. How dare he sneaks into my room with a knife? This man is so good at

couldn’t shake off the feeling that he

was determined to slowly wear away

way I can sleep now!” With that, she

her wrist. “Where are you

Mr. Harris for a few

he

for you to disturb him at this hour.

hated Treyton, and Treyton hated

a man. Although he knew he had no to stop her, he felt a pang of jealousy and

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“Let go”

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

I shouldn’t have hurt you.

a curious glance

this was the first time she had heard

to apologize upon discovering that

realizing that he owed her a debt for three years, he

knife, he only expressed regret without extending a formal

think

it. Get lost!” she roared in anger and

before, and

glance. She turned around and left the villa without looking

chase

on the ground, lost in

ears did he rise and make his way