Marrying the Ugly Heir for Truth and Wealth novel Chapter 173

Christina didn’t suffer any serious injuries, and her mental state recovered as well.

Nonetheless, Nathaniel still requested that she rest at home for two days before returning to work.

In order to accompany her, he had arranged all his company affairs to be taken care of at home.

As a stream of yellow light illuminated the study, Christina could be seen sitting next to Nathaniel, taking up one–third of his desk.

Holding a tablet in her hand, she browsed through the news website, occasionally taking notes of useful information she came across.

Just then, a light knock sounded on the door, and Madison walked in, holding some files. “These documents contain the key points for the next meeting. I have organized them all.”

It was evident she was as competent as Sebastian in terms of efficiency. Coupled with the fact that she had more experience, she was able to produce more thorough work.

As Nathaniel skimmed through the files, he simply gave a slight hum in responsé.

Madison’s gaze finally fell on Christina, and she noticed that the young woman was propping her chin with both hands. Leaning slightly forward, the pendant on her neck had slipped out and was dangling in

the air.

With the help of the light, Madison could recognize that the pendant belonged to Nathaniel.

Even though she had only seen it a few times, she had heard that it was a pendant that Julia had obtained from a temple to protect Nathaniel’s safety.

Nathaniel has always cherished the pendant, so why is Christina wearing it? Those people really are a bunch of idiots. I can’t believe they can’t even handle a woman.

Tamping down the jealousy that was surging within her, Madison asked in concern, “Mrs. Hadley, I heard you were in danger. Did you get hurt?”

Christina turned around, and with a distant look in her eyes, she replied softly, “I’m fine. Thanks for your

concern.”

“I’m glad to hear that.” Madison squeezed out a smile.

Although she had put on her most dazzling smile, Christina thought that it looked insincere.

Why is she suddenly asking about this?

Still propping up her chin, Christina’s gaze flashed with curiosity as she said, “You know, I think I heard the kidnappers saying that there were two people who instructed them to do this, and they also said that their backer is very influential.”

She narrowed her eyes and continued, “Ms. Taggart, you’re knowledgeable and a person of high status, aren’t you? Would you know who would have the ability to order those kidnappers to abduct me?”

Guilt swirled within Madison when she heard that. She didn’t expect the young woman, who looked to be of average intelligence, to come up with so many thoughts.

Those incompetent fools… I can’t believe they let so much slip.

As various thoughts and emotions flooded her mind, she forced herself to keep her calm and replied, “There are a lot of powerful and influential people in Jadeborough, so I can’t think of anyone who would fit that description. Perhaps it’s someone who has a connection with Hadley Corporation. Or maybe they just said that in the heat of the moment. In any case, I heard the people who did it have already been severely punished. Besides, everyone in Jadeborough has heard about this incident, so I doubt anyone will dare to harm you again in the future, Mrs. Hadley.”

Trying to stop Christina from delving into the matter further, she added, “Mrs. Hadley, you don’t have to worry about your safety, and I think it’s better for you to stop dwelling on it.”

Stop dwelling on it?

Christina raised her brow, surprised that Madison could say something like that.

The outcome would have been different if I hadn’t been quick–witted at the time.

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Christina had been deliberately probing Madison from the beginning, and the way the latter kept shifting the focus of the conversation had undoubtedly raised her suspicion.

However, since she had no substantial evidence, and she didn’t want to tip Madison off yet, she could only smile and say, “You’re right. Thank you for your input on this, Ms. Taggart.”

Relieved to see that Christina believed her words, Madison uttered, “Well, if there’s nothing else, I’ll head back to the company first.”

After saying that, she turned around and left.

Nathaniel gave a sidelong glance to the young woman beside him. “Are you really going to let the matter go?”

He was aware that those people were intending to kill her.

Those b*stards lied to me! Not only did they take my money, but they didn’t even deliver what they promised!

Emilia exclaimed, “What? Are you saying that Christina was rescued?” Now it makes sense why those thugs haven’t been replying to my messages since yesterday. And here I thought they simply took the money and ran.

I have to play the role of a villainous second female lead who instructed some bad guys to kidnap the female lead?