The Wrong Woman

Imogen froze, her face drained of color. In that instant, one thought consumed her entirely. She realized that consequences always circle back. She grappled with the fear of imprisonment, unsure about her next steps.

She hadn't managed to divorce yet. Would being Nathan's daughter-in-law disgrace the Morrisons if she ended up behind bars? Tears welled up, but she fought them back as she was led away, feeling utterly lost.

Meanwhile, Jasper hosted a dinner for Zoey and her parents, Marcel Layton and Rosalind Pearson. The Laytons were overjoyed in the restaurant.

Upon learning Jasper's identity, Marcel and Rosalind had dressed impeccably for the occasion. Their smiles widened with each passing moment, sensing that Zoey's worth was about to skyrocket. Jasper regarded the couple before him-one a former government official, the other a retired judge. Their status was seen as a powerful symbol of authority, especially among families like the Kingsleys. Despite enduring mistreatment, exploitation, and being taken advantage of by the Laytons, the Kingsleys had no choice but to silently bear their grievances.

Marcel knew Jasper's background but remained composed as he politely asked, "Mr. Morrison, where do you work?"

"At Star Enterprise," Jasper answered.

"For how long have you known our daughter?" Rosalind asked.

too long," Jasper

you two?" Rosalind pressed

our first dinner date," Jasper

did you end up involving us? I thought-" Jasper interjected with a wry grin. "Did you think I was going to propose to her, hence

Rosalind nodded in response.

Mr. Morrison

expression grew serious. "It's still too early. This feels rushed. Have

looking down and

his throat, composed as he calmly explained,

voice rose slightly with her question. "What? You're married? Then why did you invite us?" Jasper's

surprised. "When did you marry our

shocked, exclaiming, "You rushed into marriage