The Wrong Woman

"If it's a gift, why not accept it?" Mila whispered.

Gregory quickly took the check, looking unsure of his next move.

Once his money was accepted, Oakley assumed the issue was settled. He took Yulia's hand and began to leave the ward, saying, "Well, I'll leave with Yulia for now."

Still feeling resentful, Yulia glanced back and shot Imogen a glare as they departed.

The ward fell silent. Feeling uneasy, Gregory and Carol exchanged anxious glances.

"Nate, we can't go easy on them," Mila whispered.

Nathan smiled knowingly. He took Mila's hand, gently caressed it, and said quietly, "Don't worry. I'll ensure our in-laws get the justice they deserve."

Mila nodded, feeling reassured. Gregory and Carol, who were listening nearby, felt deeply moved and grateful.

Since Gregory was injured and confined to bed, the meeting between Jasper's and Imogen's parents ended earlier than expected. After saying goodbye to their parents, Jasper and Imogen headed home.

On their way home, Jasper felt a weight settling in his chest. As they entered their house, he abruptly hugged Imogen from behind, catching her off guard. She stiffened and asked anxiously, "What's the matter?"

Jasper rested his forehead against her shoulder and

"Why apologize?" Imogen asked.

with Yulia. I've upset you," Jasper

gently over his, which rested on her abdomen. She shook her head reassuringly. "You haven't done

upset you, and I know it's my

she was

might have hoped you'd be a little jealous for my sake, but I never meant for Yulia's actions to

his love for her was the reason causing such

pulled

turned and threw herself into his arms. Standing on tiptoe, ske wrapped

thank you. Thank you for loving me and respecting

his embrace tightening. "That's just what

smiled and whispered, "Are you still worried that I might be

tensed at the sudden mention of "divorce." He froze, and his heart beat nervously as he waited for Imogen

still want a divorce?" Jasper

don't. I'm committed to you forever," Imogen