Filed to story: My Husband Regrets Divorcing Me (Audrey & Cornell)
Alec seemed stunned by her response. After a brief silence, he replied with a strained voice, “No, he’s in a very serious condition now…”
“What a pity!” Nicole commented nonchalantly. How come Jarrod was still alive? She filled her glass with red wine once more, giving it a gentle shake. She had assumed she had a celebration party to hold.
It took Alec a few seconds to grasp Nicole’s meaning. In an instant, his complexion lost all color.
Alec was uncertain about continuing the conversation. However, he felt an unbearable sadness and sympathy for Jarrod.
Alec pled, “Miss lawrence, you might not appreciate what I’m about to say, but in the end, it was your words that led Mr. Schultz to kneel in the rain for eight hours. And now he’s dealing with heart failure.
How about showing him some compassion? Besides, he has been filled with remorse for his past actions. How could you be so heartless to a dying person..
“Being heartless? If I had known Jarrod was that submissive, I wouldn’t have just made him kneel at the entrance,” Nicole replied, laughing heartily.
Although Alec found Nicole’s tone quite strange, he still said softly, “Miss lawrence, I didn’t intend to accuse you. It’s just that Mr. Schultz is really unwell right now. He doesn’t have any family, and there was no one to sign the form for his critical condition. I know you are the person he desires to see the most.”
“Don’t get me wrong, Alec. What I mean…” said Nicole with a smile.
After a pause, she continued casually, “If I had known Jarrod was that submissive, I would have told him to go straight to hell.
Someone as evil as him deserves an end like that.”
Alec was caught off guard by Nicole’s words. Obviously, she harbored deep resentment toward Jarrod.
Nicole added, “Alec, if it was your sister who had experienced those things, would you convince her to forgive that bastard? Do you still see her as someone heartless?”
Nicole’s words left Alec utterly speechless. He had to admit that Nicole was correct. He had never tried to understand things from Nicole’s point of view. If someone dear to him went through what Nicole had been through, he might feel the urge to seek vengeance and never forgive that bastard as long as he lived.
Nicole was sick of constantly hearing such nonsense words. She said impatiently, “Enough with this. The best news for me would be hearing about Jarrod’s death!”
After saying that, Nicole ended the call.
Then, she couldn’t help but laugh aloud. What was going on with this world? Jarrod, that evil and crazy man! Because of Jarrod, she had endured immense hardship. The lawrence Group went bankrupt, her father succumbed to despair and leaped from a building, her mother passed away from depression, and she had lost track of how many times Jarrod had trampled on her dignity in the past.
How could Nicole forgive Jarrod after what had transpired? Someone as wicked as Jarrod should find himself in the depths of hell!
Just because Jarrod felt regret and had a hard time with his guilty conscience, should she forgive what he did to her and her family? If she didn’t forgive him, she would be regarded as a heartless and vicious person? Did anyone consider the pain she endured all these years?
Laughing wildly, Nicole suddenly felt a hint of sadness, yet her face showed no emotion. Even if she was heartbroken, it was difficult for her to shed any tears.
The cruelty of people had left her deeply disappointed. She couldn’t bring herself to love anyone anymore and couldn’t accept the love of others either… It was all because of Jarrod.
Jarrod had shattered all her fantasies about any beautiful things.
The only thing left for her was endless pain. Therefore, no one had the right to ask her to forgive the demon who drove her to despair.
Because of the alcohol, Nicole had a pounding headache.
Right then, her phone rang again.
Nicole furrowed her brow, thinking it was Alec again. She grabbed it with her eyes closed and snapped, “I’ve said it more than once.
Don’t bother me unless he is dead!”
“Are you okay, Nicole?” A concerned male voice was heard.
“Well… I’m fine…” stunned, Nicole replied hurriedly.
Then, there was a pause on the other end of the line.
“Nicole, I’ve booked a flight back. It’s next week.”
“You’re coming back?” Nicole was taken aback when she heard that, and she adjusted herself slightly.
“Well, aren’t you glad that I am coming back?” The man sounded a bit disheartened.
“Of course, I’m eager to see you. It’s just that I’m a bit surprised,”
Nicole clarified hastily.
“Nicole, I’m heading back, whether you like it or not. After all, I won’t let you face this battle alone.”
“Roscoe, I…”
Having made up his mind, Roscoe interrupted Nicole, “Well, let’s catch up later.”
Nicole felt she couldn’t make the decision on Roscoe’s behalf. At the thought of it, she said, “Okay, see you then.”
“By the way, Austin is coming back with me.”
The mention of Austin reminded Nicole of the darkest days of her life.
Suddenly, Nicole felt a sharp pain in her head and sweat formed on her forehead.
Roscoe explained, “The doctor suggested it’s best for Austin to return to a familiar environment to relax, which will help his condition.”
“Okay, I see,” Nicole replied, her voice low and strained, as she supported her forehead, indicating pain.
Roscoe hesitated before asking, “Nicole, would you like to hear Austin’s voice?”
Nicole found herself unable to speak, feeling as if her throat was constricted and her heart was aching. After a lengthy silence, Nicole responded in a voice cold and devoid of emotion, “No, that’s not necessary.”
Then, she ended the call.
Nicole’s gaze drifted into the distance, a touch of sorrow in her eyes. Suddenly, she felt a cold tear stream down her cheek. At that moment, all her facades crumbled. She had never imagined that one day she would have such complex feelings about a child.
Curling her shoulders in, she lay on the floor, crying in a manner both desperate and helpless. It wasn’t hysterical, but her heart was in agony.
The video of Cecilia and Sherry’s fight went viral online, propelling their names to the top of the trending search list for several days. It was, after all, sensational news.
Eager netizens unearthed all the men Sherry had been involved with, revealing they were all married. Notably, they uncovered an alleged ambiguous relationship between Sherry and her stepfather, a revelation that left many fans feeling disgusted.
Sherry’s reputation took a significant hit, losing a vast number of followers almost overnight.
Additionally, brands that had previously partnered with Sherry were quick to issue statements terminating their contracts.
The fallout was severe. Sherry faced public criticism and was liable for hefty compensations. The funds she had amassed were insufficient to cover the compensations.
The next day, the police made a public announcement regarding Sherry’s husband, Cary Blake, the head of Sino Entertainment, stating his arrest for sexual molestation.
This news marked a complete turnaround in the situation. Those misled folks who had blindly supported Sherry and caused a commotion at Janey’s kindergarten were detained by the police. Those who had supported Sherry expressed regret for their impulsive actions and posted apologies online.
As a result of these events, Audrey and Crescent studio gained significant media attention.
Numerous companies reached out for collaborations, inundating Crescent with orders.
Even regular customers of Alpire Studio showed interest in Crescent, eager for future collaborations.
Cecilia, the director of Alpire Studio, was adversely affected by the exposure of her misdeeds. Although not directly involved in Cary’s case, Alpire Studio’s stock prices plummeted.
Despite Alpire Studio’s overnight statement about removing Cecilia from the board, the damage to the company’s reputation was irreversible.
Most of the clientele for customized high-end outfits comprised pop stars, affluent women, and executives of large companies.
The fashion design world, known for its diversity, saw customers increasingly open to exploring new designs rather than sticking to a single brand. Crescent’s design concept aligned perfectly with this trend, drawing more attention to the studio.
Audrey was exceptionally busy at the studio, but thankfully, Elin was there to assist her. Elin’s skills in design and management were a significant aid.
Meanwhile, Janey, still traumatized by the school incident, often woke up in the middle of the night. Consequently, Audrey spent two consecutive nights comforting Janey, resulting in noticeable dark circles under her eyes.
Upon noticing Audrey’s exhaustion, Annis suggested she take a nap.
However, it was rare for Audrey to have a day off and she had promised to take Janey to the amusement park, so she shook her head, albeit reluctantly.
Janey was buzzing with excitement. Early in the morning, she began picking out her outfit, laying out a collection of lovely dresses.
Annis eventually chose a red dress for her, complete with a cloak and a small hood, making Janey look incredibly adorable.
Annis, playing along, asked, “Why are you so excited about the amusement park, Janey?”
Janey’s reply was immediate and sweet. “Because I can see the person I like.”
Puzzled, Annis inquired, “And who might that be, Janey?”
“Daddy Cornell. He promised to go to the amusement park with me,”
Janey responded cheerfully.
Annis was taken aback by this revelation, as she hadn’t heard Audrey make any plans with Cornell.
Gently patting Janey’s head, Annis suggested, “Why don’t you play with your baby rabbit for a bit? I’ll check if your mommy is ready to leave.”