Ms. Escape Marrying to Run Fighting to Rise novel Chapter 85

Chapter 85 Telling the Truth

Curtis had no idea what was going through Adriana’s mind, nor that eating a single dessert ball could suddenly make him a “bad boy” in her eyes…

“Curtis, if I don’t get pregnant, Harold will definitely find out…

“Adriana still felt some pressure.

“Then let’s try harder and up our chances,” Curtis answered seriously, as if discussing a plan.

Adriana opened her mouth but then closed it. Fine, whatever. I’ll let it happen naturally. After all, Curtisis my boss. When he decides the marriage is over, I’ll pack up and leave.

“Can you forgive me now?” Curtis asked after Adriana finished her dessert balls.

Adriana didn’t understand. Forgive? Forgive him for what?

“I went a little too far last night.” Curtis could reflect and apologize, but that didn’t mean he wouldn’t do it again next time.

Adriana had nearly forgotten about last night, and now Curtis brought it up again.

She lowered her head and focused on her strawberry bites, ignoring him.

After finishing the desserts, Curtis took Adriana to a movie, strolled through shops, and bought many small gifts–nothing expensive, but enough to make Adriana happy.

That evening, Curtis took her to the night market. Around 8 p.m., he finally called Tom to pick them up.

“Mr. Lincoln … Mr. Harold’s angry. He wants you back at the estate.” Tom looked conflicted.

He had no choice but to escort Curtis back.

Curtis simply acknowledged him with a hum, eyes dark and unreadable as he looked ahead.

No need to guess–he knew Nicole had gone back to tattle.

Adriana felt a little nervous, but with Curtis holding her hand, the fear seemed to fade.

Back at the Lincoln Estate, as soon as they entered, Adriana was stopped.

“Mrs. Lincoln, please come with me. I’ll take you to rest.” The housekeeper tried to lead Adriana away.

“What? Is Grandpa going to say something she can’t fear?” Curtis asked the housekeeper in a low voice.

“Step aside, you useless brat.” A cold–faced Harold appeared, walking over as Curtis made things difficult for the housekeeper.

“I’m fine.” Adriana tried to reassure Curtis, sensing he might not cooperate otherwise.

He snorted. “Wait for me in the living room. Don’t go anywhere.”

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Chapter 85 Telling the Truth

Adriana nodded obediently.

Following the housekeeper, she entered the living room and saw Nicole.

Nicole hadn’t returned to the Bartons; she had stayed at the Lincolns‘.

Finished

“Hmph, you still have the nerve to come back! You vixen. You flirted with Curtis and left me behind. I’ve already told Harold. Just wait.” Nicole snapped angrily.

Adriana smiled at Nicole. “We’re legally married. Watch your words.”

“Quit pretending! Curtis and I are meant to be. We’ve been engaged since we were kids!” Nicole glared at Adriana.

Adriana ignored her. Some battles weren’t worth fighting. She got up and started to walk away.

Nicole wasn’t finished; she chased after Adriana and tried to push her.

Adriana dodged, and Nicole lost her balance, tumbling down the steps.

“Ah!” Nicole screamed, hitting her head and scraping her legs. “Adriana, you pushed me!”

Adriana froze, her eyelid twitching hard. Nicole was the precious daughter the Bartons had just found…

“Adriana pushed me! She pushed me!” Nicole cried, sitting on the ground. “I’m going to tell Grandpa!”

Nicole pulled out her phone and called Jeremy. “Grandpa, Adriana pushed me down the stairs. It hurts so much…”

Adriana took a deep breath while standing there, feeling helpless.

She didn’t want to fall into the trap of defending herself, but with these people, no matter how much she explained, nobody would believe her.

Harold and Curtis came running when they heard the commotion.

Seeing Nicole at the bottom of the stairs, Curtis actually looked relieved. He pulled Adriana close. “What happened?”

“Curtis, Adriana pushed me! She really pushed me!” Nicole cried on the floor.

Harold was furious and rushed to check Nicole’s injuries. Seeing her face covered in blood, he turned back to glare at Adriana, furious. “Adriana! How dare you! Apologize to Nicole this instant!”

Adriana stood there silently.

“Curtis, you’re defending her in a situation like this?” Harold demanded furiously.

Adriana looked at Curtis and shook her head, trying to say she hadn’t done it.

Curtis tightened his hold on Adriana. “There’s no surveillance here. Who can prove Adriana pushed her?”

Nicole looked at the housekeeper. “She can prove it.”

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