As her hand was still on the doorknob, Rachel’s mind was buzzing. Her inner impulse made her want to push the door in to disrupt the pleasant harmony inside, but her rationality made her restrain herself from doing so
If it wasn’t for Jolly’s reminder, I would never have imagined what happened between a minor and Justin. However, there’s clearly something wrong with what I had witnessed in front of me. Regardless of what Justin’s thoughts are, it’s obvious that there’s something wrong with Jessica. I have to end this abnormal relationship.
Justin prepared breakfast as usual early the next morning. “You can send Charlotte and Samuel to school later. You don’t have to go to the hospital,” Rachel said while sitting at the dining table to peel eggs for the children.
When he heard that, he frowned slightly. “Why?” “No reason. Jess has nothing to do with you in the first place, so she shouldn’t be taken care of by you. There are differences between men and women. Jess is 17 years old. She doesn’t understand anything, but you, on the other hand, should watch yourself.”
As a matter of fact, the focus of Rachel’s words was on ‘There are differences between men and women’.
Suddenly, the air surrounding them froze. The two children who were still playing around with the eggs a second ago did not dare to make trouble and cautiously looked at each other.
As the two made eye contact, Samuel made a silent gesture toward Charlotte. While blinking her eyes, Charlotte asked, “Why is Mommy angry again?”
Samuel raised his eyebrow toward the side. “It’s obvious that your daddy did something wrong again.” “But Daddy didn’t do anything.” “It’s wrong for him to take care of other women.”
“You mean the big sister who enjoyed a meal with us yesterday?”
“Yes.” There was silence from Charlotte. Justin was also quiet for a moment. “Okay, I won’t go, but there’s one more thing I want to tell you.” “What is it?” Rachel was still feeling angry. She felt an inexplicable rush of anger, so her demeanor was cold.
He added, “I wanted to talk about it yesterday, but I didn’t have a chance to. Then, I came back late and you were already asleep. So, I’m just going to say it today. I’m moving out.”
Rachel was startled. At the same time, Charlotte was also stunned. “Daddy, are you going to move out?” Gently pinching the flesh on Charlotte’s cheek, he pretended to be relaxed. “Yeah, I have my own place to live. I can’t always bother Mommy here all the time, right?”
She wanted to say something, but Samuel pulled her clothes to stop her. All of a sudden, Rachel felt empty in her heart. The emptiness she currently felt was far greater than when Gloria and Victor left last night..
Rachel knew that this was just going to be a temporary stay from the first day Justin moved here. However, she was actually used to having him at home after so long. Although she was reluctant to and could not admit it, she had developed such a habit pretty quickly.
“Has Ginny left?”
“No.” “She hasn’t left yet, so where do you live?” “My documents have already been reissued, so I’ll be staying at the hotel soon. Plus, the hotel has already contacted me.” “Hotel? It’s quite convenient to stay in a hotel too. Rachel nodded slightly, yet she had no idea what else to say.
On the other hand, Justin was extremely calm. “Don’t worry. Although I’m staying in a hotel, I’m usually very free. Every morning, I’ll come and pick Charlotte and Samuel up for school, and I’ll. bring them back at night. You can just be busy with your business.”
“There’s no need for that.” Rachel lowered her head. Moving her fork around the plate, she added, “Their school isn’t far from home, and the school originally has a school bus to pick them up and drop them off.”
“Well then, you can find me at any time if anything happens.” Touching Samuel’s head, Justin said, “You have my phone number. Call me anytime.”
Samuel shrugged his shoulders in agreement after hearing those words. Justin later moved out in the afternoon. Before Rachel could even head home, she received a call from the hospital caretaker in her office.
“Miss Hudson, Jessica refused to eat. She kept asking me why Mr. Burton did not come.” “I got it. I’ll come to the hospital later.”
Hanging up the phone, she glanced at the time. It was already past six o’clock in the evening, so Rachel turned back to the conference room and tapped on the table. “Today’s meeting shall end here, dismiss! Everyone, go back and rest.”
Then, the crowd scattered. Only Jolly came over with the documents. “Why” are you not looking well?” “Nothing; I’m just tired.” “Let’s have dinner together this evening. A treat from the staff members of Leroy’s studio.”
“I’m not joining. I have to go to the hospital.” “Very well then. I don’t think even her parents care for her as much as you do. Are you raising another daughter? If so, I wish you good luck. Let’s just hope she’s not an ingrate.” Jolly patted Rachel on the shoulder and left.
Later, Rachel drove to the hospital by herself. As soon as she arrived at the door of the ward, she heard Jessica’s voice coming from inside. “I said I don’t want to eat! Don’t you understand English? What are these foods? I’m not eating!!!”
The lunch box was thrown out with a crash, and the food inside splattered on the floor. After that, the caretaker came out in dismay and ranted upon seeing Rachel, ‘Miss Hudson, you’re here! Look at this. I’m really out of ideas.” While having a mild expression, Rachel said, “Clean up first.”
“Yes, Miss Hudson.” Next, she went directly into the ward and put the things in her hand down. “Apricot Danish pastry from Sweet Cheeks. You like them, don’t you? So, I bought more.”
“I’m not eating!” Jessica sat on the bed. The cast had been removed, but her legs still could not move. freely. “Why isn’t Justin answering my call? Didn’t I ask him to make me fish and chips? It was you who prohibited him from coming here, wasn’t it?”
Rachel’s facial expression remained unchanged as she said, “He has his own business to attend to. He’s not your servant. If you want to order someone around, order me.”
“You?” Jessica glanced at Rachel upon hearing that. “I won’t even dare to. If I order you around, Hans will rise back from the dead to get even with me.”
“Jessica! I dislike you making such a joke on Hans!” Taking a deep breath, Jessica clarified, “That’s my brother! I can say whatever I want. What rights do you have to control me? Who do you think you are by having such a holier-than-thou manner?”
As she was not willing to argue further with Jessica, Rachel changed the topic. “I have already booked you a flight ticket. I’ll send you back to the country after tomorrow.”
“What did you say?” As if Jessica was in disbelief with what she had heard, she continued by saying, “Who are you to make decisions for me? It’s none of your business to decide when I will go back.”
“Didn’t you say it yourself yesterday? You said that you’re homesick.” “That’s none of your business!” An enraged Jessica bounced off the bed. Yet, she quickly fell down because one of her legs had not fully recovered.
Rachel acted swiftly, but she was pushed away by a backhand. She stumbled to the side of the bed from that push and gasped for air. Even so, Jessica did not care about Rachel at all. She went straight around her and picked up the phone behind her. Then, she dialed a set of numbers and made a call.
“What are you doing? Give me the phone!” “Didn’t you say he was busy? He’s not answering my phone, is he? I want to see what he is busy with.” The moment the voice fell, the phone was already connected.
A moment later, a strong and deep male voice came from the other end of the phone. “Hello? Rae?” At once, Rachel’s facial expression stiffened. It was too late for her to grab the phone back.
Gritting her teeth, Jessica answered, “It’s me! You said you wanted to deliver me some fish and chips! Where are you? Why didn’t you answer my call?!”
