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Madelyn began to sit up. "Okay, I'll take the medicine, just let Ethan go," she said. Zach helped her sit and showed her a pill."I can do it," she said, trying to grab the pill.Zach shook his head. "I've got this."Seeing Zach's stern look, Madelyn hesitated briefly before accepting the white pill. As she did, his eyes flashed with a deeper intensity. When she tried to take a sip of water, he abruptly took the glass away and overwhelmed her with a passionate kiss.Concerned about Ethan, Madelyn didn't push Zach away.Being mindful of her injuries, Zach was careful in his approach. Madelyn, though, was clearly uncomfortable, her teeth gritted with every move he made. Zach noticed and kept trying to find a better position for her, but in the end, exhaustion took over Madelyn.Every time after, Zach would clean her up and take care of her.Hayson was supposed to be back in Ventropolis in three days, but a major rainstorm delayed his flights. Madelyn saw Ethan return to the Young
Chapter 739
"You're so kind! I'll be super hungry when I get home. I'm not sure about her, but Rosario's going through a lot. She barely eats, just had a costly surgery, and is now dealing with kidney disease. Nobody's there for her. I could barely recognize her the last time I saw her. Even with some savings, she chose to donate it all. Now, she's at home, just waiting for what's next."Madelyn's smile faded. Rosario and Zach had drugged her for over ten years, causing her to miss out on motherhood. She'll never shake off that regret.A custom pink Bentley pulled into the driveway. Out stepped Zach, looking sharp in his suit. Spotting Madelyn's smile, he approached with a key in hand and his other hand tucked in his pocket. "What are you two laughing about?"Madelyn's smile disappeared. "We were just talking," she said. As he got closer, she noticed an odd, musty smell coming from him. "Maybe you should take Dalton to his room. He's fallen asleep," she suggested, her tone soft as she glanced d
Chapter 740
Madelyn felt trapped and believed that accepting the situation would protect her loved ones.After she told Zach how she felt, she expected him to be mad. But he just smiled, pulled her closer, and gently played with her wavy hair. "So, how do you see us?"Hesitantly, she lowered her eyes. "I wish we could just be brother and sister," she said.Zach chuckled, a wicked look in his eyes. "Since when do siblings share a bed?" His gaze was icy and there was something unsettling about it, like a wild animal trapped behind bars. "You'll see things my way eventually. And one day, we'll watch our child grow up together.""Dal isn't our child. It was all make-believe," Madelyn said. "If you want a child, you and Yvonne should have one. That would be your true child." She felt her life was confusing, but she thought Zach seemed even more lost. "I know this might upset you, but it's the truth.""You've become pretty good with words, haven't you?" Zach teased, pinching her cheek lightly befor
Chapter 741
A bodyguard approached. "The demolition crew called. They said they'll be here in an hour and a half."Zach replied, "No rush."Marta's legs felt numb, and she pointed a trembling finger at Zach. "Mrs. Arnold Sr. died because of you!" she exclaimed. "You're a monster! You'll pay for this!"Zach smirked, a hint of menace in his eyes. "I should be thanking you. If not for you giving the deed to Frida, its whereabouts would've remained a mystery. You were instrumental in my success."His words stung. Evelyn's death was caused by extreme stress and anger. Marta had gone to great lengths to safeguard the Arnold residence. 'He's right. It's my fault.' Marta had devoted decades of her life to Evelyn, loving her as family. Now, the heavy burden of her role in Evelyn's death and the barrage of emotions—guilt, pain, regret—were too much."I might be doomed, but so are you!" Marta's eyes blazed as she pulled out a kitchen knife and lunged at Zach, yelling, "Die, you demon!"She did not make
Chapter 742
'Father probably never guessed anyone would enter his room,' Madelyn thought. She noticed shoes beneath the door and the sound of approaching footsteps. Hurrying, she sat in her father's chair and accidentally hurt herself. Wincing from the pain, she tried to stay still as Zach walked in.Zach came in with his clothes speckled with water droplets and closed the door. "Did Dal wake you?"Madelyn looked down. Dalton was not crying anymore, but his little face was flushed, and he gave a small cough."Let me hold him. Your hand is still injured."Madelyn tightened her grip on Dalton. "Why do you smell like gas? What happened?"Zach replied, "My car broke down on my way back. I fixed it. I'm going to hop in the shower now.""Okay."As Zach walked off, a nagging feeling told Madelyn he was hiding something. Once she was certain he was upstairs, she placed Dalton gently on the comfy couch. She hit a switch under the desk, and moments later, a shelf with an antique figurine started to s
Chapter 743
Madelyn sensed there was something unusual about the man's relationship with her mother. Convinced Kai knew more, she quickly took the photo and left. She closed the secret chamber and hid the picture inside a book, planning to retrieve it the next day.As she opened the door, she saw Zach with wet hair, clearly having just showered. Seeing her without Dalton, he asked, "Where's Dal?""Dal?" Madelyn responded, her surprise evident. 'I'm sure I left him on the couch. Where is he?'Out of nowhere, a tiny head appeared from under the desk. Dalton giggled, babbled, and drooled. As he crawled on the soft carpet, Madelyn's voice was tinged with both urgency and frustration. "Didn't I just give you a bath? Look at the mess you've made."Carefully using her left hand, she lifted him, trying not to strain her still-recovering right hand. Zach had been taking good care of her injury, often using a cold compress to soothe the pain. When it came to personalities and tastes, they were like op
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The butler knocked on Frida's door. "Ma'am, it's urgent. You need to see this."Frida followed the butler outside. As she laid eyes on the person in the casket, a storm of anger welled up inside her. "Zach Jardin, you bastard! How could you?"The casket holding Evelyn went without refrigeration, letting out an unbearable stench within hours. Nearby, Marta, dressed in black, had a pronounced wound on her forehead. It was difficult to discern if she was dead or alive.Frida spoke with resolve, "See if she's breathing."The butler hesitated just for a second before leaning in to check Marta's breath. Registering the reality, he muttered in disbelief, "She's gone. Ma'am, they're both gone."Noticing the blood near the casket, Frida deduced there had been some kind of impact. "Get in touch with the funeral home. Make sure they deal with this discreetly. Let them know it's at the request of the CEO of Jardin Corporation.""Right away, Ma'am."As she stood there, Frida thought, 'Zach i
Chapter 745
After lunch, Kevin came over with some paperwork to sign, and they headed to the study to discuss the business. Not long after, Zach thought it would be a great opportunity to teach Madelyn to drive.He was all in on the driving lesson. He had transformed a storage space in their home into a garage filled with luxury cars. A standout was the custom pink Bentley, distinctly different from the others."Zach, I can't practice driving today," Madelyn explained. "I've got a new order at the studio I need to finish. How about we reschedule?""Can you spare two hours?" Zach asked, not ready to give up.Once they got into the car, he gestured for her to take the driver's seat. With a hesitant grip on the steering wheel, Madelyn asked, "Shouldn't I start with the basics? I've never driven before.""Don't worry, the basics will be a breeze for you." Zach assured her. "Let's get straight to hands-on practice."In the car, Zach explained the essential features, and Madelyn caught on immediat
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