The Queen's Back

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If Maxwell had not known the full story and Mona's true personality, he might have been convinced by Barbara's acting The way she turned on the waterworks at a moment's notice, was a waste she was not in show business.

"Mona, Barbara only developed this side effect because she participated in the clinical trials for your grandfather's medication. Don't hold it against her." Jane said, trying to persuade Mona. When Mona tumbled down the stairs, Jane's heart ached. Mona was her own flesh and blood.

But since Barbara sacrificed herself for Bernard's drug trial, Jane felt it would not be right for her to take Mona's side too much. Furthermore, Bernard had not voiced his thoughts on the matter. Speaking up for Mona might disrupt the Clem family's harmony. "Why are you apologizing, Barbara? Do you really think I'm the type to get violent? I know you didn't mean any harm, so let's move on from this, Mona said reluctantly.

Mona knew Bernard and Jane still felt deeply grateful toward Barbara as it had not been long since the clinical trials. If she kept pushing the issue, they would be put in a tough spot. She did not want to upset them.

She decided to chalk it up as one of those days when nothing seemed to go her way.

"Really? You're the best, Mona!" Barbara said. Her voice was full of excitement as she took Mona's hand.

As she reached out, Barbara accidentally grabbed Mona's wrist. Mona winced softly out of pain. It was the same spot where she was injured when she fell down the stairs.

Seeing this, Maxwell walked toward Mona. In a chilly tone, he frowned and said. "Talk if you want to talk, but keep your hands to yourself. Can't you see that Mona's wrist is bruised?"

To the Clem family, Barbara was a lifesaver who had sacrificed for Bernard's drug trials. Everyone treated her with respect. But it was different for Maxwell. The only person he cared about was Mona. He took on her feelings as his own. He cared for everyone Mona loved and hated everyone she disliked.

"T-I got it. I'm sorry. I just got a little too excited," Barbara said as she let go of Mona's hand.

Barbara thought, 'Honestly, Mona is just so lucky. She called off her engagement with Teddy, yet somehow still found an incredible guy like Maxwell. He absolutely adores her!'

avail. She pretended to bump into him on several occasions and barely got a word in

anything else you need, Barbara? If not, I'd appreciate it if you could let me

had no desire to keep up the charade with Barbara. Barbara hated Mona's guts

rest, and don't forget to drink the chicken soup. I made if just for you! Barbara said as she headed toward the door. As she passed by Jane, Barbara even

was full of concern as she said, "Sweetheart, I

clinical

too

Jane's hand and responded, "I'm not upset at all. I understand where

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well and remember to have the chicken

irritation. She turned to Maxwell and said, Just pour that chicken soup down the toilet." Even if Mona did not ask, Maxwell knew she would never drink the soup Barbara made. He nodded and quietly emptied

asked, "What would you like to eat? I'll cook it for you. It's been ages since you've had anything made by me." Hearing Maxwell's suggestion, Mona realized she was actually hungry. Td

nodded. After Maxwell helped her lie back down, he

from her room. When she noticed he was heading to the kitchen. she figured that he must be

now, it's the perfect opportunity for me to get

lipstick. Paired with her natural makeup and white dress, she looked as youthful as ever. And

Maxwell in the kitchen cracking eggs, Barbara was a little surprised. She assumed he had gone

was obvious who he was cooking for. It must be for Mona who was lying

this, Barbara's jealousy toward

eggs, Maxwell sensed someone watching

and Barbara quickly shifted to a cheerful smile. She looked at Maxwell with a hint of surprise and said, "Wow, I didn't know you could

was in front of him. He quickly looked away and returned to what he was doing. He added oil to the frying pan and poured

though Maxwell did not respond, Barbara did not mind. She was already used to his indifference. She simply went

continued chattering away by his side. Maxwell, however, did not say

the noodles were finally ready, Barbara was thrilled to see Maxwell serving up two bowls, each with a sunny side up She could not help