Chapter 6

In Madelyn’s previous life, Zach’s reason for marrying Cecilia was partly because she bore a slight resemblance to Jadie. He kept Cecilia by his side as a substitute.

From childhood to adulthood, Madelyn was inferior to Jadie in every aspect, whether it was grades or appearance, except for her family background.

The bond between Jadie and Zach was like an impenetrable fortress built with steel. Zach’s love for Jadie ran deep in his bones. On the other hand, Madelyn was merely the daughter of an enemy to Zach, devoid of any trace of affection.

The knocking gradually grew louder. Madelyn anxiously bit her lip. Zach had never been patient with her. If she didn’t open the door for him soon, he might even kick it down without a second thought.

Therefore, she flicked on the light switch, lifted the blanket, and slipped on her shoes as she rose from the bed. Opening the door, she put on a facade of just waking up and rubbed her eyes. “Brother? You’re back! Sorry, I was sound asleep and didn’t hear anything. Is there something you need?”

of her way to let him in, his brows relaxed, and a hint of

turning away. In an attempt to conceal her

closed the door behind him, Madelyn’s uneasiness began to grow. But as she contemplated how the current Zach despised

his car. A thought crossed his mind, ‘She hasn’t changed. She’s still the same old Madelyn.’ In a detached manner, he inquired, “Are you feeling better?” His voice lacked warmth,

the table and pulled out a chair, intentionally keeping her distance from him. “Thank you for your

alcohol wafted from him. It wasn’t

already achieved success as a business elite. Perhaps it was his years of navigating the corporate world that bestowed upon him an air of pride, composure, and a chilly demeanor. Clad in a sleek black suit, the tall and well-built Zach exuded an undeniable charisma. His remarkable presence, combined with his striking looks, could easily capture the attention and favor

from the depths of hell, intent on destroying lives. He lay dormant, awaiting the perfect moment to unravel

hand in front of her nose. “Brother, have you started smoking

away. “I apologize. I’ve been occupied lately and

many years since I last saw her, and I actually miss

grew intense, a fleeting chill passing through his eyes. “No need. I intend to

lightly touching the bandage on her wrist, feeling a faint twinge of pain in her heart. “That’s alright… Let me know if there’s anything you need help

opposed Jadie’s departure because it would mean losing her chance to torment her. Additionally, Madelyn’s love for Zach ran so deep that she couldn’t bear the thought of

tomorrow off, so I’ll head to the airport to pick her up and bring her here for dinner. We’ll leave after she packs her things.

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