The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 116 Your Apology Came Too Late

Gwendolyn was initially furious, but his witty response almost made her laugh in spite of herself.

His proud yet submissive expression, as if to convey, “I may have kneeled, but my resolve remains unyielding.” made her snort. She scolded, “What are you waiting for? Apply the medicine now!”

Maverick quickly opened the first-aid kit and began to apply medicine to the wound on her palm. carefully.

The cut wasn’t too deep, but it stretched almost across the entire palm.

Her once fair and delicate hand now appeared somewhat menacing due to the long, deep wound etched across it.

Maverick was suddenly overcome with a pang of guilt, and his movements while applying the medicine. became gentler and more cautious.

Gwendolyn looked coldly at the man kneeling obediently at her feet and asked with curiosity, “Since you know that you can’t possibly kill me, why did you still engage in such a foolish act?”

Maverick kept his head down, tightly pursing his lips without speaking.

Was it to aid Sheralyn in seeking revenge, or did you genuinely believe Dexter’s words that I was responsible for the death of Old Mr. Wright?”

Maverick remained silent as he focused on applying the medicine for her.

Gwendolyn fixed her gaze on him, thoughtfully organizing her thoughts for once. “I couldn’t have killed Old Mr. Wright. He was already battling cancer, so it was unnecessary for me to go to such lengths. You must be aware of this fact as well. So, was it all for Sheralyn’s sake?”

The man responded to her question with silence once more.

Gwendolyn firmly hooked the man’s chin with her uninjured left hand, forcing him to lift his head and meet her unwavering gaze.

“You should know my personality by now. Sheralyn might be happy that my hand got injured, but you’ll have to pay the price. Is it worth it for you to do this?”

Maverick’s eyes grew slightly red at that. “It’s not worth it. That’s why I deeply regret my actions.”

Gwendolyn lowered her gaze to meet his, her sharp eyes keenly noting the traces of redness around his eyes. Well, he certainly looks sincere.

She wondered if Maverick was indeed feeling guilty because of her injured hand or if it was just part of his

act.

Her eyes darted around and met his swollen right cheek.

“Great, now the slaps on both sides of your face have created a perfect symmetry.” She paused for a moment before continuing with a determined tone, “Do you remember not long ago when you cornered me in the ladies’ room? I warned you then that one day you would find yourself kneeling before me and facing the consequences. Little did I know that day would arrive so soon.”

A Maverick listened to her teasing tone, he felt a surge of annoyance. He forcefully pulled himself away

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resumed applying the medicine with his

and gentle, ensuring that he didn’t cause her any further discomfort. He skillfully wrapped the wound with

you must have been pampered since childhood, right? If you ever

expression as he began to explain. “When I was younger, I had a mischievous

hiding something, but she didn’t bother to ask

silent for a

atmosphere was eerily

Maverick tactfully remained kneeling, choosing

bloodstains on the bed. “Tonight, you will wash the entire set of bedding by hand. Wash it in the backyard. You are not allowed to sleep until

right,” Maverick

lowered. He looked so obedient

his actions. How

couldn’t shake off the feeling

annoyed and was determined to slowly wear away all the dignity and pride of

I can sleep now!” With

wrist. “Where

for a few nights.” Her tone was

he blurted out

glare, Maverick quickly softened his tone as he said, “I mean, it’s qu late, and it might not be appropriate for you to disturb him at this hour. It’s better

and Treyton hated

his action stemmed from his inherent possessiveness as a man. Although he knew he had no to stop her, he felt a pang of jealousy

Your Apology Came

“Let go”

a determined step forward, Maverick matched her movement, his knees pressing

I’m sorry I shouldn’t have hurt you. It

a curious glance

this was the first time she had heard him

failed to apologize upon discovering that Natasha

owed her a debt for

with a knife, he only expressed regret without

you think of apologizing.

apology came too late. I don’t accept it. Get lost!” she

not as good as before, and she easily

spare him another glance. She turned

chase after

ground, lost in

car engine starting reached his ears did he rise and make his way

few bodyguards followed Gwendolyn and got into the

night was shattered by the roaring