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All of a sudden, Alyssa gained clarity. “Josh must be furious with how much Jamiper is being doted on by Victor. That’s why Josh is doing all he can to regain his father’s affection, even going to such lengths.
“I’m sure Josh is trying to prove himself to his father by freeing David of this situation. And I know
Jameson went through a lot of bullying from his siblings when he was a kid.
“David and Daisy never really stopped abusing him, even in adulthood. If Josh helped exonarate David from this crime, he’d secure support for himself. After all, David still has shares in Schmidt Group.”
Jeremy swallowed, feeling irritated all of a sudden. “Do you pity Jameson, Lyse?”
“Yes, I do.”
Jeremy’s breathing caught as his grip around Alyssa’s waist tightened.
“I pity the Jameson from 15 years ago, not the cunning and cruel demon he’s become today,” Alyssa said.
Complex emotions flooded her as she recalled her friendship with Jameson when they were children.
Her gaze stayed firm, however. “I thought those who’ve been hurt before would grow to care for others more.
“Who knew Jameson would end up hurting others even more? I don’t know what happened in Kontina to have made him become like this. But none of it can justify him stooping to such lows.”
Based on their pasts alone, Jameson’s experiences didn’t come close to the hardships and suffering
Jeremy had endured. Yet, time and change did nothing to corrode Jeremy’s kindness and righteous soul.
That was why Alyssa loved Jeremy.
Who wouldn’t love someone righteous and kind?
Jeremy smiled upon hearing this. He then kissed Alyssa’s cheek.
“I’ll have someone look into Josh’s actions right away, sir, ma’am!” Xavier exclaimed, eyes burning with hatred.
“You don’t have to do anything for the time being except to let your injuries heal, Xavier,” Jeremy said seriously. “Alyssa and I will figure out a way to deal with Josh. My seventh brother-in-law will deal with the man who hurt Maggie.”
Alyssa cocked an eyebrow upon hearing Jeremy’s words.
Seventh brother-in-law, eh?
“B-But I still can’t let this go!” Xavier panted harshly, heart aching. “Whenever I think about how that man had his hands on Maggie’s neck, how she pleaded desperately for help, I… I want to rip him to shreds!”
“If you can’t let this go, then stay by Maggie’s side,” Alyssa said gently, seeing through Xavier’s feelings right away. “Take good care of her and make sure she gains healthy weight. That’s your main priority right now.”
“Madam.” Grateful tears filled Xavier’s eyes. He was about to say something when someone knocked on the ward door.
“Are you in there, Ms. Alyssa?” Sean called out, having rushed over after hearing what happened.
“Sean!”
Alyssa and Jeremy went over to open the door.
Sean was standing outside, sweating. He said anxiously, “Ms. Alyssa, I happened to run into Maggie’s mother and another victim’s parents on my way here. They want to see you in person!”
Jeremy’s heart sank. Looking at Alyssa, he announced, “Lyse, I’ll meet with them.”
He was worried about the gossip and malicious comments about Alyssa. Her reputation would further suffer if she got into a fight with the witnesses’ families at a hospital.
Jeremy was totally capable of managing the fallout if he were the target. However, he refused to let
Alyssa go through the suffering.
“Jeremy, I understand your concern,” Clasping his hand, she soothed him, “…but they wanted to see me. Things wouldn’t have spiraled if I hadn’t requested to meet with Maggie.
“It’s imperative that I show up and offer my apology. You know me; I never run away from problems.”
“Well, I happen to be the same.” Staring affectionately at her, Jeremy held her hands with fingers interlocked. “So, I’ll go with you.”
Although the VIP suite, where Maggie got warded, was safe and secure, Sean had arranged for his men to lead the victims’ families to the open area in the VIP lounge, just in case they made a scene and ruined Alyssa’s reputation.
Standing side by side with Jeremy in the corridor, Alyssa calmly watched as Gina and the mother of another victim approached them. Despite her calmness, her heart was racing.
The parents of the two victims came to a stop in front of Alyssa, Jeremy, and Sean. Jeremy examined them warily. Similarly, Sean did not let his guard down, as he was afraid that they might lash out against Alyssa.
Gina’s cheeks were stained in tears, and her eyes were red from the exhaustion. She hadn’t spoken a word, but her resentment against Alyssa was clearly written across her face.
Alyssa clenched her numb fingers and was about to speak, but she was interrupted by the parents of the other victim, Colton Tanner and Lorna Cooper, who both collapsed onto the floor in front of her.
They pleaded, “Ms. Alyssa, Mr. Walsh, please… Please save our daughter! We’re begging you!”
“Sir, ma’am, please get up from the floor. Please don’t do this. Let’s stay calm and have a talk.” Alyssa and Jeremy hurried up to help the parents up from the ground.
The couple, crying their hearts out, remained stubbornly glued to the floor. Had it not been for Sean’s timely help, Alyssa might not have been able to lift the poor Lorna from the ground.
“Please save my child. I won’t budge if you refuse to save her!” Tears streamed down Lorna’s face.
Anyone would feel sorry to see her in such a state.
Heart aching, Alyssa teared up. “Please stop crying. You’ll only ruin your health. Please get up now, and let’s have a chat.”
“What’s the point of crying in front of Ms. Alyssa now?” Xavier stormed over, looking disgruntled by the parents, whose attitude had only softened after they ran into trouble. “I reached out to you on behalf of
Ms. Alyssa and Mr. Walsh, but remember how you treated me?
“Ms. Alyssa had wanted to offer you help, but you declined her kindness!”
“Xavier, that’s enough!” chided Jeremy, who glared at Xavier.
“Help? How dare you claim that you’re helping?” Gina blurted out and pointed a finger angrily at
Alyssa. “They wouldn’t have harmed my daughter if you didn’t get involved. All you wanted was to get her to testify so that you could get rid of the thorn in your side!
“Have you ever considered the lives of ordinary citizens like us? Maggie is only 17 years old this year.
It was her rotten luck to have run into that bastard. All she wanted was a peaceful life. Why didn’t you give her a chance to do so?”
Xavier panted and glowered out of fury, but he held back and showed some respect to Gina because she was Maggie’s mother. Still, he was enraged by Gina’s unfair accusation.
How could Maggie be more level-headed than Gina? Had Gina not matured emotionally over all these years? He couldn’t believe that Gina was qualified to be Maggie’s legal guardian.
“The Schmidts have been keeping tabs on you. Do you wish to subject your daughter to such scrutiny for the rest of her life?” Jeremy voiced out with a frown, boggled by Gina’s unreasonable outburst.
“I was aware. I knew it from the beginning. But what choice did I have?” Gina trembled violently as she grew hysterical. “I’d rather sweep everything under the rug than open up my daughter’s wound and put her in harm’s way.
“She’s just managed to get a footing, and things were looking up, but you came along and messed it all up! She nearly lost her life because of you¡ªyou arrogant, wealthy pricks who judge us from the comforts of life. What gives you the right?”
Alyssa felt a stinging pain in her chest. With her usual sharp wit, she could have retorted. However, the weight of guilt left her speechless.
“You’re being naive.” Jeremy, keeping his composure, placed his hand on Alyssa’s waist. He appeared as omniscient as divinity. “You’re currently enjoying a short-lived peace because the Schmidt Group is in hot water. The Schmidts are too preoccupied to pay attention to you, especially with David Schmidt still in detention.”
Gina’s expression froze. Her bloodshot eyes looked vacant.
“Once they resolve David’s legal issues and release him, they’ll go back to wreaking havoc. Do you think David, that petty bastard, would go easy on Maggie? We need to get rid of him once and for all, or
Maggie will be in endless trouble.”
“Mr. Walsh, everything you said is right. Gina, it’s time to wake up!” Colton carried himself with determination even though he was choking on tears. He cast a helpless look at Alyssa and Jeremy.
“We didn’t mean to reject your help. The Schmidts cornered us, threatening us to keep quiet or they’d make us vanish from Solana City. We couldn’t go against them.”
Lorna chimed in, “Before we could determine if you were helpful, we chose to lay low and avoid contact with you. But lately, my daughter’s been having mental breakdowns. Two days ago, she locked herself in her room and attempted to cut her wrist.”
The revelation made Alyssa’s blood boil. A fresh swell of rage rose in her.
“What?” Gina was stunned.
“My Anora is just 16 years old this year. She’s younger than Maggie and not as mentally strong…”