Chapter 167
Katherine’s emotions had completely collapsed, and she struggled desperately until Valerie hugged her tightly, causing her to first freeze, then slowly come back to her senses.
“Valerie… I’ve never done anything wrong in my life, why am I so unlucky. Katherine’s tears flowed uncontrollably.
Valerie’s heart ached as she patted Katherine’s back gently, comforting her in a soft voice. “It’s not your fault. The better the person, the more susceptible they are to being entangled in dirty matters. We just need to get through this, kick away the dirt, and life will go on as usual”
Louis looked at his devastated sister, regretting not breaking Caleb’s legs. But it was useless to say this now. The most important thing was to calm Katherine down.
After comforting Katherine for a few moments, she seemed to be feeling a but better. Louis quickly arranged for a car to pick her up and contacted a private doctor for Katherine. After sending Katherine off in the car, he finally breathed a sigh of relief, feeling as if he had survived a disaster.
As they left, Valerie watched the car depart with worried eyes, reluctant to retract her gaze.
Matthew’s low voice sounded. “Don’t worry, Katherine will be fine”
“Yeah, she’ll be fine… Valerie nodded. Having known Katherine for so long, she knew her vivacious and generous personality well. What happened earlier was just a moment of impulse. Once the impulse passed, she would be fine.
But Valerie couldn’t swallow her anger, just the thought of Caleb causing all of this made her furious.
Coincidentally, Ashley returned at this moment. Upon hearing from the neighbors about what had just happened, she became furious and started hurling abuses at Julian upon learning that he had risked his life to save someone.
Ashley said. “Julian, you’re insane! Have you ever thought about what would happen to Aiden and me if something happened to you! If you like playing hero so much, why don’t you buy some accident insurance first? That way, if something happens to you, at least we won’t be left with nothing!”
Julian could only explain, “The situation wasn’t that serious at that time. I reached out and pull
pulled her back…
“You just reached out and pulled her back? What if something really happened? I bet you wouldn’t even have a place to regret it! And what’s the benefit of saving her! I heard that they are wealthy, but did they even thank you properly? They just left. What have you gained from this? Why are you so stupid?” Ashley said.
Ashley was arrogant and appeared to be concerned, but her words were full of disdain and indifference.
Valerie couldn’t bear to listen any longer and interrupted, “Enough!”
Ashley was taken aback by Valerie’s interruption but quickly regained her composure and ineered, hands on her hips. “Valerie, business. You’d better keep your mouth shut.”
i. this is
my family’s
“I think the one who should keep her mouth shut is your Valerie said.
“What! How dare you.”
Ashley’s eyes blazed with anger, but Julian feared their conflict escalating. He moved to intervene, but Valerie, contrary to her usual demeanor, grabbed Ashley’s wrist and pulled her away. Ashley struggled and even seemed to consider hitting Valerie, but the sudden lock of eyes with Mathew behind Valerie made her starte
“Valerie, what are you up to? I warn you, don’t meddle in the affairs between spouses!” Ashley choked out with a stiff neck
Valerie ineered, cutting her off. Tim not interested in the affairs between spouses, but when it comes to cheating, as Julian’s sister, I still have a say Ashley, I warn you, I didn’t want to tell my brother about your affair, but if you don’t rein yourself in, don’t blame me…”
Ashley had been grinding her teeth in anger just now, but she was now to terrified to make a sound.
Apparently, although she had managed to avoid being seen by Valerie when they were at the har, Valerie had still caught sight of her and Caleb together
Ashley’s face turned pair. Under Valerie’s cold gaze, she didn’t even dare to breathe, quickly softening her voice and pleading, “Valerie, I was wrong Please, don’t say anything. Even if you don’t like me, think alent Auden.”
Aider was only five years old
Valerie didn’t expect her to still care about Iter child.
When this woman cheated on her husband and abandoned her family to go out and have film, V Now, she was using the child as a shield
And what a small world it was. Ashley’s cheating partner turned out to be Caleb. it was even more ridiculous and coincidental than a drama.
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Chapter 167
Just then, Julian came out Valerie, Ashley was a bit harsh, but she’s also worried about me. You two should talk things out.”
Valerie was about to speak, but Ashley quickly softened her voice and begged, “Valerie, I know I was wrong. Even if I’m a murderer. I won’t be sentenced to death right away. At least I’m Aiden’s mother. Please give me another chance!”
After saying that, Ashley quickly acted as if nothing had happened and smiled at Julian, “It’s Okay, honey. Valerie and I had a pleasant chat… Oh, Aiden is back!”
As they spoke, the boss next door picked up the children from school and brought Aiden hack. Ashley quickly went to welcome Aiden. Seeing this, Valerie could only calm down.
Ashley probably was scared, but knowing that Valerie would not bear to hurt Aiden, she simply hugged Aiden tightly, claiming that she really wanted to spend time with him today. She did not even let him learn plano with Matthew and insisted on taking a day off.
It was rare for Aiden to be so close to his mother. For a moment, he was flattered and asked Valerie and Matthew for leave. Valerie had no choice but to agree. She was soft–hearted. Although she caught Ashley and Caleb drinking in the same bar, if Ashley really learned her lesson, she had to give Ashley a chance.
Thinking about this, Valerie’s expression softened a bit, but Ashley didn’t dare to continue facing her. She took Aiden and retreated to the fruit
store.
Julian, unsure of what had happened, hesitated to ask Valerie, fearing discord between them.
“We’re
fine.
Don’t worry! Valerie sighed helplessly.
deng she d
didn’t have substantial evidence of infidelity.
For Aiden’s sake, she had decided to let Ashley of this time, considering
However, she still intended to remind Julian, “Julian, you’ve argued with Ashley about money management before, which isn’t conducive to family harmony and can scare Alden. It’s best to discuss this issue with her again. At least, family expenses should be discussed openly between spouses.”
Julian understood this, but he had always indulged Ashley over the years and had grown accustomed to it. When Valerie mentioned it, he tried to ressure her instead.
Valerie felt helpless. However, he could not make things clear. In the midst of this stalemate, Matthew suddenly interrupted them.
Julian, there are guests.
“Valerie said.
Indeed, Julian saw several customers entering the shop, realizing that Ashley couldn’t handle them alone. He quickly went back to work.
As Julian left, Matthew grabbed Valerie’s hand and led her towards the car
“Mr. Grant… Valerie was surprised and couldn’t keep up with Matthew’s pace.
Matthew seemed angry.
d whether it was her in
imagination or
or not,
And
She was about to ask what was wrong when Matthew lightly pushed her into
into the passenger seat, pressing her down.
Confused, she raised her eyes and met Matthew’s deep, and weary gaze. His clear eyes held a hint of frustration.
sy with everyone else’s affairs all day, Valerie. Have you forgotten that you need rest too? Matthew said.
“You’ve been busy
Valerie was momentarily stunned by the question, feeling a strange emotion welling up inside her.
Too many things had happened today, leaving her overwhelmed and at a loss. But as she looked at everyone, she realized that only he had been watching her all along