Chapter 37~ Apology gift

Aaron had used his connections to push Serena’s trial forward.

He wanted to get rid of her as soon as possible so that they can finally have some peace of mind.

The Winston siblings had been a thorn in his flesh that he couldn’t wait to get rid of.

It was the day of the trial and Josh had gone to testify against Serena. Jerry had also been arrested but he was released on bail because he wasn’t in possession of the drugs and he was drugged as

well.

He was just told to pay a fine and given a restraining order to stay far away from Tessa. They also cancelled the contract between them without having to pay for breaches because of the incident that happened.

Aaron and Tessa were seated in the courtroom as Josh explained what had happened.

He explained how Serena had approached him and how he had recorded their conversation. Although, he left out the part where he switched up the drinks. He said he didn’t know how Serena ended up being drugged.

The judge heard both sides of the stories but she wasn’t impressed with Serena’s defence, saying

she had the intent to harm the victim in both cases that she and Tessa were involved in a

scandal.

Thus, Serena was sentenced to ten years imprisonment for being in the presence of a class one drug, called ecstasy.

Serena’s eyes widened when the jury passed their verdict. She couldn’t believe she would spend ten years in prison while Tessa would live the life she deserved with the man who belonged to

her.

Hatred brewed in her heart but unfortunately, she couldn’t take revenge on Tessa even if she

wanted to.

At the same time, Tessa let out a breath she was holding when the judgement was passed. Serena was a psychopath and there was no way Tessa would ever feel safe if she was left to freely roam

the streets.

When Serena was being taken to the correctional facility, her eyes met Tessa’s and she became crazy with fury as she pushed the officers away and attempted to jump into the audience to get to

her.

However, she was held back by the police officers and all she could do was throw profanities at

Tessa.

“Fuck you, bitch! You’re just a substitute! Who do you think you are? You’re a whore who stole my man! Are you going to be happy knowing you were the second choice?! Do you think Aaron would want you if you didn’t have his bastard kids?!”

a maniac as the officers dragged her away from the courtroom.

screaming hysterically.

his first love and his first choice. If not for me, he wouldn’t

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had the last laugh because

defend Tessa but she grabbed onto his arm and shook her head, saying, “Let her be. Right now, she’s desperate. She wants to feel better so saying what she thinks would hurt me is like a soothing balm for her. I’m ok. She’s the one

insult you like that?” Aaron asked with

will be locked up for a long time and that’s a

sorry for her if I were you. She was going to drug you and make that Jerry guy have his way with you,” Aaron said with a hard edge to his tone. “She’s evil, Tessa. She’s getting what she deserves. I know you’re a good person. But don’t feel sorry for her. You reap what

sow.”

annoyed that Jerry went scot-free. But he had a plan for him. He would meet him

Tessa’s hand and led her out of the court.

like it but Serena’s words had gotten to Tessa. Those words would always be a sensitive topic to her because it was true. She had once been a mistress. A second choice. A substitute. Tessa didn’t know if she

things differently, I would. My biggest regret is

you ar

noticed how quiet Tessa was, knowing what was on her mind.

put the past behind us? How about you judge me based on my actions now. I’ve really changed. You are

at him and admitted, “I know.

again. She liked this version of him better than the one from five

can see it, why don’t you want

second chance?”

sighed. She knew this topic would always come up and she would always have the same. answer. She didn’t want to hurt Aaron but this was something she had decided for herself. Love

for her. It hurt like

made a decision to stay single. I don’t want to invest my emotions in something that may hurt me in the future. Besides, didn’t we agree to

sagged as he was friend-zoned for the

friend keep some time for me in the evening? There’s something I need to

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the office. Whichever place you prefer is fine,” Tessa replied, grateful for

door for Tessa and protected her head when she entered the car. He bent over and said, “Stay safe. Call me if

rolled her eyes and replied, “Mr CEO, has anyone ever told you that you’re paranoid? Serena is in jail

safety again. They claim Harry is dead but they didn’t find

lose you again.”

and said to Josh, “Protect

her face

“Yet. You

car disappear. Only when it left did he move. He went

said as he stood up from his chair to give his friend a manly

a seat. “Let’s get straight to the point. I need a cancellation form.

I already drafted it and made sure it had no loopholes. All you have to do is make Mr Winston sign it since he’s the one who had

said, “Thank you, bro. I appreciate

to officially meet our sister-in-law. Can I be

who would want

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