Right then, Wyatt’s phone rang.
Taking it out, he glanced at the screen. A frown marred his countenance, but he quickly reverted to his usual expression. He did not answer the call and put the phone back into his pocket. “I need to be away for a few days. Do me a favor; drop by Zenisan Villa tomorrow and help me take a look at Jessica.”
“I knew it. You’re still together with her.” Jeremy sighed.
He had guessed as much when he noticed something wrong with Wyatt’s mood earlier.
He questioned, “Is it related to Hausen’s CEO?”
Seeing Wyatt remain silent, Jeremy shook his head and chided, “Wyatt, you’ve handled this matter too recklessly. You could have gathered some evidence and sent them to prison first. After that, you can find someone inside to deal with them.”
“It won’t be easy to touch them once they’re inside.”
“Even if that’s the case, you could have settled it more discreetly.” Jeremy’s face was filled with worry. “You caused five deaths in one go. Furthermore, Hausen is the main pillar of Yeringham’s GDP growth. The authorities will definitely get to the bottom of this.”
“I had Cillian take care of it. He leaves no trace, so nobody will find out anything,” Wyatt nonchalantly replied and took the bottle of red wine back from Jeremy’s hand, gulping down a few mouthfuls.
“Argh, I don’t know what to do with you!” Jeremy gave up. “Does Jessica know about this?”
Wyatt did not answer.
“Don’t tell me you’re imprisoning her in the house?”
Wyatt continued to keep silent.
Judging from Wyatt’s expression, Jeremy knew he had guessed correctly.
Jeremy furrowed his brows lightly. As he was about to say something, Wyatt placed the empty bottle on the refrigerator.
Despite consuming a large amount of alcohol, Wyatt’s eyes remained bright while his face only had a tinge of redness. “Jeremy, remember to go to Zenisan Villa tomorrow. I’m going off now.”
“I’m a researcher, not a doctor! D*mn it!” Jeremy yelled loudly at Wyatt as the latter walked out. “Can’t you find a private doctor to go over?”
Wyatt responded by shutting the door behind him.
Jeremy pulled his hair in frustration as he saw the countless beer cans on the floor. He growled, “I shouldn’t have f*cking opened the door!”
Two bottles of my most treasured red wine are gone too! D*mn it!
Meanwhile, over at Zenisan Villa, Gianna discovered from a housekeeper that Jessica had bruises all over her body and looked more desolate than before. Therefore, Gianna concluded that it must be all over between Jessica and Wyatt.
Since both were done with each other, it was only a matter of time before Jessica would leave.
Gianna began to imagine how wonderful her life would be with Jessica out of the way—she would have Wyatt all to herself, and she could finally hold her head high within her group of superficial friends. She could not help but smile in her sleep as she thought of her bright future ahead.
Gianna woke up early the next day, visibly in a good mood. She put on a robe and walked down the stairs lazily.
“You’ve done well.” Seeing not many housekeepers around, Gianna took the opportunity and called her informant, Heidi, over to give her a handsome reward.
“Thank you, Ms. Gianna.” Heidi was all smiles when she saw the money. She quickly kept it away before anyone saw it.
“By the way.” Gianna seemed to recall something and asked Heidi softly, “Has she taken any contraceptive pills?”
“I don’t think so.” Heidi was not sure. After thinking for a moment, she said, “Mr. Lopez instructed us to note her ovulatory phase. It seems like he wants her to get pregnant. I don’t think he will allow her to take precautions.”
A glint of darkness flashed across Gianna’s eyes. She thought so as well.
It took her so much effort to finally destroy the relationship between Jessica and Wyatt. If Jessica were to get pregnant, it would make matters complicated.
She was not at all willing to share Wyatt with Jessica.
Gianna devised a plan and whispered to Heidi, “Go to my bedroom and take a contraceptive pill from one of the drawers. Smash it into powder and mix with milk, then serve it to her.”
“I-I can’t do that, Ms. Gianna.” Distress filled Heidi’s face.
Gianna cursed at the housekeeper inside her heart while keeping a smile on her face. “Oh, that’s right, I forgot about it. I’m just worried about Ms. Marsh after the fight she had with Wyatt yesterday.”
Jeremy glanced at her. From one look, he knew she was lying.
Jeremy laughed in response. “I must say you have a big heart, Ms. Gianna. It must be difficult for you to be willing to share your partner with another woman. Yet, you can set aside your self-interest and show concern for her.”
Gianna tried to remain composed as she replied, “Well, it can’t be helped that Wyatt likes her. I don’t want to provoke him either.”
“Thank you for the offer, Ms. Gianna. Since you can’t access the third floor, I’ll have the housekeeper bring me there,” said Jeremy.
He did not say anything more to Gianna and headed upstairs with the housekeeper.
Gianna patted her chest, still shaken from her interaction with Jeremy. His eyes were so sharp that they seemed to pierce through her soul, terrifying her.
I hope Heidi won’t cause any suspicion.
Meanwhile, Heidi knocked on Jessica’s room door before entering.
Heidi thought Jessica would be lying in bed in a depressed state. After all, she had a rough night yesterday, resulting in bruises all over her body.
Hence, she was surprised to see Jessica awake and refreshed, basking in the sunlight while reading a book.
Heidi froze momentarily before hastily bringing the breakfast tray over and placing it on the desk. “Ms. Marsh, I’ve brought your breakfast.”
Stealing a couple of glances at Jessica, she saw the latter still looked quite gloomy. Jessica placed her book down and took the cup of warm milk.
“Ms. Marsh, I’ll take my leave first.” Heidi hurriedly lowered her head and retreated. Her palms were wet with sweat.
She did feel guilty about what she did, but the temptation of the monetary reward was too strong to ignore. Further, she consoled herself that she had only brought the milk up. It was not her fault that Jessica chose to drink it.
Just as Heidi exited the room and heaved a sigh of relief, she saw another housekeeper bringing a man up.
“Heidi, you brought breakfast for Ms. Marsh?” The housekeeper saw her and said, “This is Mr. Lopez’s friend. He has come to see Ms. Marsh.”
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