Revenge Of The Jilted Bride

Jilted Bride 249

Chapter 249

Chloe's movements were swift, completely devoid of any emotion.

Noah blinked and lowered his head, shoveling pieces of pie into his mouth. It was his favorite flavor, yet he found it tasteless.

"You should still take the money. I know I've caused you quite a bit of trouble," Noah mumbled, his words muffled by the pie in his mouth.

Chloe's hand, still holding the contract, trembled, her heart tightening.

She couldn't even bring herself to look at Noah's expression as he spoke those words while lying in bed.

"There's no need to worry. The agreement you signed includes a gift clause. You can accept this money without any hesitation," Adams said, his long, clean fingers holding a check as he handed it over.

Chloe looked down, her eyes slightly reddened. She stared at the check, hesitating, unable to take any further action.

"Even if you don't take it, I'll make sure the money gets to your account. The West family doesn't owe anyone a favor," Adams added.

His implication was clear.

Once this was settled, she shouldn't try to use it to bargain for anything from the West family.

When Ophelia walked in, this was the scene she encountered.

Ophelia quickly rushed to Chloe's side, instantly becoming a protective shield, her entire posture bristling with defense as she stood up for the person she cared about.

"The West family really is efficient, isn't it? Not a trace of emotion.

"Is this how you settle things, just exchanging money and calling it even?" Ophelia's delicate brow furrowed, her clear, unclouded eyes staring coldly at Adams, their chill a stark contrast to the warmth she had shown earlier. Adams was taken aback. "No, you misunderstand. This is just appropriate compensation. If you feel it's not enough..."

Adams, always clear-headed, suddenly found himself at a loss for words.

He felt uneasy under Ophelia's gaze, as though he were being reprimanded by his own mother.

"I don't need it," Chloe said, cutting him off.

"Then please take it back, Mr. West," Ophelia said, her voice icy and sharp.

Adams instinctively pulled the check back, looking toward the door for help, his eyes pleading toward Kenneth, who stood there casually with his hands in his pockets. "Kenneth..." Adams hesitated.

This is your woman, Adams

you hear Ophelia? Kenneth said lazily, glancing at Adams. His narrow eyes met Adams' amber

"No matter who you are,

that Kenneth had no limits when it came to

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should have known this when Kenneth had him help bai Ophelia out of the police

took back the check, handing Chloe her copy of the contract. His tone softened just a little as he spoke, "If you have any questions about the contract, you can always contact me.

to the first party in public. Even if they encounter each other in a public setting, the second party

a non-disclosure agreement?' Ophelia thought, glancing at Chloe. 'Did she really just sign

his way into staying at Chloe's place, and now they

speak, Chloe patted the back of her

said, putting the contract away. She gave Ophelia a reassuring

turned and left the room, leaving Noah only

sudden sharp pain in his chest, his heart tightening

walk you

knowing Chloe for so long, Ophelia

followed closely behind Chloe, and they both exited the room

the hospital room, Kenneth sat on the sofa with his legs crossed, casting a casual glance at Noah's foot, which was in a cast. "The injury's not that

possible. Ronin's coming back at the end of the month, you know," Adams explained, glancing

was in a bad

won't feel the same way about her. So,

sharp contradiction in his heart. He didn't agree

It didn't matter anymore.

and with his mind functioning well again, he could pursue the

took a sip of milk. "Get me

to go back

and pack his things. Don't worry

weak smile, her voice hoarse, and even

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Ophelia stared at

Her back was straight, and her body was slender.

was

eyes carried an innate aloofness and coldness, like a lone silver wolf in the snow, destined