Chapter 148
It felt like my anger hadn’t fully vented yet, so with a forced smile, I continued, “Bryant, when I was losing our baby, you were off comforting someone else. When I came out of the OR, you slapped me, demanding to know why I didn’t stop her. I was pregnant, too. I was scared of getting hurt. I was terrified! Are you satisfied with that answer now?”
Bryant called out to me. “Jane…”
to
It was the first time I had seen such a bewildered look on his face. He stretched out his hand, trying to grasp mine.
But before he could, another pair of hands unexpectedly interv ned!
Mark had returned, his demeanor calm yet sharp. “You’re here 1 settle scores for Margaret, right? Blame me for it. Leave Jane out of this.”
Bryant instantly reverted to his usual cold demeanor, scoffing. “We’ll settle our another day. No need to rush your downfall.”
scores
I knew how Bryant operated and couldn’t help but intervene, “Mark was just trying to help me. Don’t take your anger out on him. If you’re looking to stand up for your sweetheart, you should be dealing with me.”
Bryant seemed annoyed by my defense but restrained by his guilt, holding onto my wrist. “Come home with me.”
“We’re through!” I shook off his hand, but the room started spinning, and I steadied myself against the desk, holding back tears. “There’s no ‘home’ for us anymore.”
Mark frowned, lightly touching my cheek with his hand back, earning a defensive glare from Bryant.
Just as Bryant was about to react, Mark felt my forehead, his voice laced with concern, “You have a fever. I’m taking you to the hospital!”
“No need.” Bryant forcefully pulled me into his embrace, his lips barely parting. “This is a family matter. You’d better stay out of it. Or, people might think she’s got no husband.”
I
“Let go of me.” Unwell, my voice was much weaker as I turned to Mark. “Mark, could you take me to the hospital or call Christine to come over?”
Mark’s expression softened, quickly agreeing, I’ll take you…”
“Mr. Larson…” Mark’s secretary hesitated before interrupting, “You have a meeting later, with all the senior executives already notified.
Mark glanced down, a hint of coldness in his tone. “Can’t it be delayed to tomorrow?” Surprised by his consideration for me, the secretary immediately agreed, “Yes.”
“Mark, I said it’s inappropriate for you to go.” dropped the line and led me out
ar the domineering presence, Bryant
I struggled against his grip, but his long fingers held my shoulder
firmly.
Mark stepped forward, blocking our path, his gaze icy. “Didn’t you hear what Jane said? Or do you always completely disregard her wishes?”
Bryant’s lips curved into a chilling smile. “What goes on between my wife and me ain’t.
concern.”
your
“Wife? You don’t deserve to call her that. Are you even a decent husband?” It was the first time Mark didn’t hold back his words.
Bryant glared at him, his voice cold yet furious, “It is not your pl ce to speak. Move!”
“What about me?” I gathered my strength and looked at him, “Can I say it, Bryant?”
“I don’t want to forgive you this time, and I don’t choose you anymore. After all, you’ve given up on me so many times. It’s only fair!”
I thought painfully, ‘Bryant, now it’s my turn to walk away from you.”