Second Chance At Love

Chapter 17

The overpowering stench of bad breath assaulted Ada’s senses, causing her stomach to churn. She instinctively recoiled, gagging at the offensive odor.

The scar–faced man observed her reaction, and his scarred face darkened with displeasure. He seized her slender neck and lifted her off the ground. “What’s this? Now that you’ve landed yourself a wealthy man, you’re too good for me?”

Gasping for air, Ada vigorously shook her head. “Nol That’s not it at all. It’s just the morning sickness from your child, I would never disrespect you, Liam.”

Liam emitted a cold snort, planting aggressive kisses on her cheeks before releasing his grip. He forcefully pulled her toward the bed in the room. “Serve me well and keep me satisfied, or I’ll expose all your sordid secrets accumulated over the years, reducing you to nothing but a plaything for men.”

Submissively, Ada snuggled against Liam’s chest, her crimson lips tracing a path of kisses along his rugged neck as she playfully murmured, “When the old woman of the Wilson family cast me out of Cester City, I would have perished if it weren’t for your protection, Liam.”

“I believe in showing gratitude. After all, I’m carrying your child, aren’t I?” Ada continued, her tone sweet and coaxing, “Once I become Jason’s wife, we can join forces to gradually seize control of their assets, paving the way for our escape.”

Liam playfully pinched her nose and chuckled. “That’s my clever girl. Now, let me make you feel good.”

Suppressing her revulsion, Ada shifted her position to face Liam, her expression curious as she inquired, “Liam, didn’t you mention something urgent? What’s the matter?”

Liam’s irritation grew evident as Ada consistently interrupted him. He said sternly as he pinched her on her waist, “That old lady sent someone to Vrun City to investigate what happened a month ago. My resources are limited, and I fear I won’t be able to cover your tracks.” Content held by NôvelDrama.Org.

Both of them understood the consequences if Alison were to discover Ada’s pregnancy, which is now more than two months along. It would utterly derail their dreams of attaining wealth.

Ada shot up from her reclined position, her voice laced with resentment. She declared, “That interfering old hag! Four years ago, she destroyed everything. Now she’s at it again. This time, I won’t let her get away with it.”

y sense of empathy.

Liam was indifferent to Ada’s thoughts of retribution against the older woman, his own desires overpowering any Impatient to gratify his own needs, he swiftly turned Ada over and began to touch her, eager to satisfy his desires.

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But Ada, uninterested in his advances, weakly protested, “Liam, I had a scare with the pregnancy a few days ago. I can’t afford to take any

risks.”

“Nothing will go wrong.” Liam retorted coldly, dismissing her concerns. Ignoring her objections, he forcefully kissed her, leaving no room for

dissent.

Unable to resist or vocalize her refusal, Ada felt trapped beneath him. As Liam’s hands roamed over her, Ada’s thoughts turned bitter. “Sophia, this is all because of you,‘ she silently seethed, clenching her fists in frustration. “I swear, I’ll reclaim everything and make you pay for

it‘

The next day, in the grand living room of the Wilson Mansion, Alison sat surrounded by antique furniture. Her reading glasses, perched on her

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nose, magnified the photos sent by the private investigator she had hired to discreetly monitor Ada’s activities around Cester City

Alison had assumed Ada wouldn’t dare to be so audacious, yet here the was, boldly engaging in an affair right under faton’s nose

With a sharp motion, Alison slammed the photos onto the table, the sound reverberating through the room. “Eve, get Jason on the phone- Rmediately. He needs to see these photos.”

Ashadow fell across Eve Hill’s face upon hearing Alison’s orders. “In addition to contacting Mr. Wilson, should I also send someone to fetch Mrs. Wilson?” she asked tentatively.

Alison contemplated the situation, seeing an opportunity to reconcile the young couple’s misunderstandings. With a firm nod, she Instructed, “Contact both of them. Then, arrange for someone to bring that woman here. I want her disgraceful conduct exposed for all to

“Of course, madam, Eve said before exiting the living room. Once out of sight, she discreetly retrieved her phone from her pocket and sent a text message. [Miss Ada, everything is set.]

Shortly after, Ada’s response arrived. [Proceed as planned.]

With guilt, Eve glanced back at the living room, realizing the impending consequences. “Many will suffer today, she thought ruefully.