Filed To Story: The Scarlet Vengeance: Justice of a Framed Beauty Novel (Grace & Jason)
Jacqueline Bowman thought that a man who could afford a car that cost three million dollars must be a somebody. Her man would treat her better if she could help him build some connections.
However, Kyla refused and said, “No, I have nothing to do with that man. And I don’t like such social engagements.”
Jacqueline Bowman’s expression instantly sank. “Nothing to do with him? You’re even carrying a child for him. How could you have nothing to do with him?”
“The baby’s mine alone. I’m not carrying it for someone else! I have nothing to do with that man.
Whether you believe me or not, it’s up to you,” said Kyla.
Jacqueline Bowman snapped. “You… I wanted to treat you to a meal out of kindness, but you said such a thing. What’s the matter? Do you think you’re superior because you’re being shuttled around by a three-million-dollar car? But what have you gotten out of it? This store? How virtuous do you think you are? You’re just an ex-convict!”
With that said, Jacqueline Bowman picked up her bag and left. Witnessing Jacqueline Bowman’s angry departure, Mrs. Corbyn could not help asking, “What happened? Is your friend leaving just like that?”
“Maybe we just share different ideas,” said Kyla.
Since they did not share the same views, it would be difficult to be friends with each other. They might as well leave it at that. Perhaps they could retain what little left of their good impressions for each other.
Jacqueline Bowman drove away. However, she saw another parked car not far away as she drove off.
That car… was the same car that picked up Kyla yesterday. The window of the backseat was rolled down, and the man in the backseat was looking in the direction of the store.
‘That man is…’
The Jacqueline Bowman’s hand trembled, and the car almost swerved to the side.
The person in the car was Martin Weiss!
Jacqueline Bowman had attended an exchange conference with the wealthy businessman, Neal Reid, who was keeping her as his mistress. At the conference, leaders of large business groups like Martin Weiss were always the stars of the show. People like Neal Reid were only minor characters.
Neal Reid had tried pulling some strings to know Martin Weiss but failed.
‘Is Martin Weiss the man behind Kyla? Is Kyla Martin Weiss’s ‘lover’?’
At the thought of the possibility, Jacqueline Bowman’s scalp tingled and her heart beat violently! If that was true, perhaps Kyla would be more than just a former inmate to her. She would be an…
opportunity!
Kyla thought Jacqueline Bowman would never come looking for her again after leaving angrily.
However, Jacqueline Bowman returned the next day bearing gifts. She said apologetically, “I’m sorry, Kyla. I’m so sorry about yesterday, and I didn’t mean to say that. I just lost my head for a moment. I took care of you in prison, so you won’t mind it, right?”
“It doesn’t matter,” said Kyla.
“By the way, I heard that you offended a big shot when I was in prison. Did they give you any trouble after you were released? Do you need help? I can’t help much, but I know a lot of people. They might be able to offer help,” Jacqueline Bowman said, looking concerned.
She had looked it up. Kyla had offended Martin Weiss back then. Martin Weiss testified against her and sent her to prison. However, Martin Weiss reversed the case for Kyla.
Now, Kyla ran a store, but Martin Weiss would often send someone to pick her up and always appeared near the store.
In Jacqueline Bowman’s opinion, the two must be having a fling. However, the relationship was inappropriate, so Kyla would not speak much about it.
“No one’s giving me trouble. You don’t have to help me,” said Kyla.
“I see. That’s a relief.” Jacqueline Bowman acted as if she cared for Kyla like a sister.
“By the way, let’s have a meal together when you’re free. It’ll be my treat. We must celebrate our reunion after all these years,” said Jacqueline Bowman.
“Well…” Kyla hesitated.
“You don’t even want to have a meal with me? Others tried to beat you up when you were pregnant back then. I felt sorry for you and begged them to let you go.” Jacqueline Bowman mentioned what had happened in the past once more.
Kyla said, “Okay, let’s have dinner together, but it’s going to be my treat. I should thank you for helping me back then.”
“Whose treat it is doesn’t matter. That’s settled, then. We’ll go out for a good meal the next time I visit you!” With that said, Jacqueline Bowman left in satisfaction.
Kyla sighed. For some reason, she felt vaguely uneasy. She had a feeling that Jacqueline Bowman seemed eager for the meal.
Then, Kyla could not help laughing and shook her head. It was only a meal, and she was overthinking it. Besides, she had nothing that Jacqueline Bowman would want. She was only the owner of a store. She had no power and money.
Jacqueline Bowman was obviously living a good life. Maybe she just wanted to have a meal with her.
Just then, a neighbor came to the store to buy something. While shopping around, they asked, “Hey, did you quarrel with your husband?”
“Huh?” Kyla froze a little.
That neighbor said again, “Your husband has been parking his car at the corner of the store these days. He just looks at you as he sits in the car. He doesn’t get down nor come inside. Are you two quarreling and not on speaking terms?”
Kyla froze. ‘Martin Weiss… has been here all this while?’
“In my opinion, you’re already pregnant, so what’s there to quar about? Talk it over, even if it’s for the sake of the children. Do you want a divorce when you’ve just gotten married? Besides, your husband looks pretty well off. Why does he let you continue running the store? He should let you live the life of a young madam and have several servants take care of you.” The neighbor continued to gossip.
”
Kyla replied vaguely, “I quite enjoy my life right now, and I don’t want any changes. I told him about it…
before we got married. He’s usually busy at work anyway, so some things can wait.”
“You’ve finally gotten married. Don’t be foolish and ignore him. I think your husband wants to make up too. Otherwise, he wouldn’t hide in a corner to look at you. Just give him an out and have some pillow talks. Take control of his finances too. Otherwise, you’ll suffer miserably and end up with nothing when he has an affair because this fight had gone on for too long.”
Kyla could only smile drily at that. Her marriage to Martin Weiss was destined to be short-lived from the beginning. It was only a temporary solution, and she never wanted anything else from him.
Once the neighbor left, Kyla walked out of the store and looked around. However, she did not see Martin Weiss’s car.
‘He… didn’t come today?’ She turned around and returned to the store. She did not have the slightest clue that Martin Weiss was having his blood drawn in the hospital.
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