The Wrong Woman

Chapter 1082

Carol no longer believed the portrayal of wealthy women on television.

Jasper took Imogen's hand, and they sat down on the couch together, feeling anxious. It was their parents' first meeting, and the hospital setting added to the tension. If things went wrong and their relationship soured, their future would look bleak.

Imogen was particularly anxious. Her palms were growing clammy. Jasper pulled out a tissue and gently wiped her palms before reassuringly saying, "There's no need to be nervous. My parents are easygoing."

Offering an awkward smile, Imogen teased him, whispering, "You seem more nervous than I am, don't you think?"

Jasper chuckled but offered no reply. Dealing with Gregory and Carol was sure to be a bit daunting.

Typically reserved around strangers, Nathan found it difficult to start a conversation at that moment. Meanwhile, Gregory and Carol felt apprehensive and cautious, worried that any misstep could upset the Morrisons and cause problems for Imogen.

Sensing the tension, Mila swiftly started a conversation. "Carol, I heard you lost your job?"

Carol quickly nodded, humming in response.

"Did the company offer any severance?" Mila asked.

in a resigned tone, "The company was just a small cleaning service that relied mostly on freelance gigs. I never

I'll make sure someone follows up on this. We'll address severance pay, penalties, and restructuring. Nothing will slip through the cracks," Nathan

looked bewildered, blinking in surprise. Suddenly, there was a knock on the door,

Morrison, they're here," a

here?" Carol whispered

instructed the

gently holding her arm as she whispered, "They're the ones who sent people to harm Gregory, ruin your home, and cost you your job." Carol's

us here, no one will dare to threaten your family." sᴇaʀᴄh

They radiated authority; their posture was

known for his

his youth, he amassed

focused on reshaping his public image and became

major

a warm smile, offering a polite handshake as he greeted humbly,

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