The Ceo’s Convict Wife by Jennifer Mike

Chapter 417

Chapter 417

Callum’s expression changed instantly. He took a swift step forward and positioned himself before Lillian, saying, “Mr. Youngblood, Lillian is only doing this because of her friend. If her actions have offended you in any way, I’m willing to bear the consequences for her.

“Callum, you don’t have to help me. I can handle it myself!” Lillian replied firmly.

“How are you going to handle it?” Callum asked angrily. “Do you really think you can bear the consequences?”

“What’s the worst that can happen? I’ll just let him beat me to death, then! I’m mentally prepared for it!” Lillian retorted.

“Lillian Quinn, are you trying to piss me off?”

Callum could not shake the feeling that his usually composed demeanor would waver whenever he faced Lillian.

Meanwhile, Jonathan stared coldly at Lillian. Clearly, he was not planning to let her go just like that.

However, at that very moment, Rosalie, who had passed out from drunkenness, suddenly nuzzled her head against Lillian’s shoulder. “Lillian… Don’t be afraid… I’ll protect you,” Rosalie mumbled incoherently.

Upon hearing her words, tears welled up in Lillian’s eyes. “Oh, Rosalie. How are you still thinking of protecting me even when you’re drunk?” she thought.

Jonathan stared intently at the intoxicated Rosalie. After a while, he turned around and left without saying a word.

Carlos hurriedly followed behind.

I

The cold wind blew past Lillian. Only then did she realize there was cold sweat on her back.

got lucky just now. Next time, you may not be this fortunate,” Callum said to Lillian.

She knew she was indeed lucky. Jonathan had let her off the hook because of Rosalie.

for what Rosalie said, she might faced dire

remarked. The two of them then helped Rosalie into the headed toward Rosalie’s rental

car.

the

in changing into pajamas. Once she was comfortably in bed, the latter and Callum left the

anything, Lillian commented, “I know I acted recklessly today. But I couldn’t control

Jonathan! The Jonathan Youngblood of Strico!” Callum responded.

voice sounded somewhat dull. It was as

actions.

flashed in Callum’s eyes. He had always known that Lillian and Rosalie were very close. Back when Rosalie was in jail, Lillian had given up the opportunity to study abroad and rushed back to

the women had reached the highest level of their friendship, but little did

much for her?” Callum

It was as if the scene from back

falsely accused of stealing money in my class. Everyone thought I was the thief. The teacher lectured me sternly, asking me to admit my wrongdoing. My parents even offered to repay the money I was accused of

the whole world has betrayed you, and you become isolated

decided that I would

disbelief that Lillian was willing to risk everything for Rosalie because of that minor

could understand the

Illegitimate child. Hence, since he was young, he often encountered deceptions and manipulations. Although he was frequently set up and wrongly accused, Callum would endure it without retaliating. That was because he understood that building his capabilities was better than clearing his name. Callum believed that once he had

he struck back.

most opportune moment to become the head of the White family, while the former matriarch and

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