Ch. 1041..1050
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1041-After bidding farewell to the others, Ryan hurried home with a sense of urgency.
He had been holding back these past few days, presenting himself as a stoic man who disregarded matters of love and affection in front of others. But in private, when no one else was around, he would wrap himself in a blanket and repeatedly scroll through the intimate photos of him and Carrie. Sometimes, he would even find himself on the
verge of tears from missing her too much.
With his beloved girlfriend out of reach, Ryan felt deeply aggrieved.
His appetite waned, and he struggled to sleep, nearing the point of exhaustion.
Earlier, the playful banter between Justin and Bella had ignited a raging fire within him. It was unbearably agonizing.
As night descended, the sky became a canvas painted with countless twinkling stars.
In the days when Ryan was absent, the temperature in Savrow rose rapidly. Even the plants in the courtyard began to stir with the anticipation of spring.
For five consecutive days, Ryan had been absent without any news.
Although Yasmin was worried, she dared not contact him privately.
She worried so much that she lost her appetite and could not focus on anything she did… Every day, she devoted herself to two tasks: caring for her adorable young madam and eagerly awaiting her boss’s return.
Tonight, Yasmin remained dressed heatly, standing outside the door.
She had a strong feeling that Ryan would return victorious soon. Perhaps it would be tonight. Even if not tonight, surely by tomorrow.
Just then, a white sports car resembling a lightning bolt slicing through the night approached from a distance.
The screeching brakes pierced the air as the car came to a halt in front of her.
Seeing Ryan emerge unscathed and striding confidently toward her, Yasmin felt overwhelmed with emotion. Her hands trembled as she tightly held onto him.
“Young Master, you’re finally back.” “Why are you standing at the door so late at night?” Ryan glanced at Yasmin, his eyes widening in surprise. “You weren’t standing here waiting for me every day, were you?” “No. I just couldn’t sleep tonight, so came outside for some fresh a to clear my mind. It’s just a coincidence that you’ve returned.” Yasmin smiled, though she did not disclose the truth.
Her feelings for Ryan were deep, but she had always kept them hidden from him.
“What about Carrie? Is she asleep?” Ryan asked nervously.
Chop 1041 “Yes, Young Madam is asleep. She fell asleep not long ago.” Ryan’s shoulder slumped with disappointment. “Gosh… I rushed back as fast as I could, even pushing the accelerator to the limit, but I still couldn’t make it in time!” He knew his beloved girlfriend loved to sleep and was a sleeping beauty through and through.
If it had not been for him pestering her every night with kisses and cuddles, keeping her from going to bed early, they probably would not have been able to do anything intimate until daytime.
Yasmin smiled wryly. “It’s okay, Young Master. At least now you don’t have to stare at Young Madam’s photos yearningly, suffering from lovesickness.” Well, she was not wrong.
But he was burning with desire, and his girlfriend was peacefully sleeping. Who was he supposed to turn to for relief? Should he just take a cold shower and try self-gratification?
Life was tough.
Just as Ryan was about to step inside, illuminated by the faint light at the doorway, he noticed a clearly scabbed blood mark on Yasmin’s left cheek. It was as if she had been scratched by something sharp.
Upon closer inspection, he could see that her left cheek was noticeably more swollen than her right.
“Wait a minute, what happened to your face?” Ryan’s brows furrowed sharply.
“It’s nothing, Young Master,” Yasmin replied, her eyes averting his gaze, a hint of evasion in her tone.
“Nothing? It’s obvious you got slapped. Do you think I’m blind?!” Ryan’s fiery gaze turned red with anger, and his voice was filled with chilling intent. “Who on earth dared to slap you? Who dared to lay hands on someone under my protection while I was away? I’ll rip them apart!” Yasmin knew she could not hide it any longer and lowered her head, speaking softly, “Earlier this afternoon, Ms. Zoe suddenly came over, saying she wanted to see Young Madam.” “Zoe? Why the hell did she come here?” Ryan’s heart suddenly raced with concern.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1042-“Ms. Zoe said she and Young Madam were classmates in junior high school, and their relationship was quite good back then. She also said that she’s realized her mistakes from before and regrets her selfish behavior. That’s why she came today to talk to Young Madam in person to ask for her forgiveness.” “And you believed her?” Ryan coldly countered.
Yasmin simply replied, “I didn’t let her in.” “So, just because you didn’t let her in, she resorted to violence against
you?” Yasmin remained silent.
“Hmph! All that nonsense she spouted is nothing but crap!” Ryan took a deep breath, suppressing his almost explosive anger. It’s obvious that Zoe’s visit today was an act to play both sides. Did Shannon become her godmother?” Yasmin could only chuckle in resignation, feeling helpless.
“Yasmin, you were caught in the middle of me and my sister, and had to help me take care of my wife. I apologize for putting you in this position.” Ryan sighed with a tinge of guilt. “Starting tomorrow, take some time off. I’ll stay with Carrie. Didn’t you enjoy traveling? You can take my black card and treat yourself.” “You’re being too generous. I’m your subordinate and all of this is part of my responsibility.” Yasmin remained composed, but a wave of warmth flowed straight into the depths of her heart, filling it to the brim.
Ryan tiptoed into the bedroom.
He dared not turn on the lights or wear shoes, afraid that the slightest noise would wake Carrie. He approached his petite woman, who was curled up on the bed, as if he were a thief.
The moonlight cast shadows on the wall, giving him the appearance of a big, bad wolf sneaking up on a little white rabbit.
Standing by the bed, Ryan’s tall figure loomed over Carrie’s small frame. He gazed at her intently for a long time before leaning down to lightly kiss her tender lips.
‘I am home, darling. Get some rest. I will come by again in the morning.’ As Ryan turned to leave, he felt a pair of delicate arms wrap t around his waist.
“Carrie…” Ryan’s heart trembled violently.
Carrie, her eyes brimming with tears, clung to him. She choked out sobs. “Ryan, you’re finally back. Why were you gone for so long? I thought you wouldn’t come back. I thought you didn’t want me anymore.” As she spoke, tears streamed down her cheeks, hitting the man’s sturdy back like a hammer, almost piercing through his heart.
It turned out that Carrie had been awake all along.
She just could not be sure if her beloved had returned or if she was merely dreaming.
Ryan turned around, embracing his tear-streaked girlfriend deeply. His hands cradled the back of her hand, and his fingers rustled through her soft hair, as if he wanted to meld her into himself.
“You silly girl. I would rather be estranged from everyone or be at odds with the entire world than ever abandon you. You’re my everything.
“But you were gone for so long… You’ve never really left me alone for so long…” Carrie whimpered, her small hands crumpling the man’s black shirt.
“Well, that’s what happens when you’re catching bad guys. The bad guy was so cunning. That’s why I spent a few more days down.” Ryan spoke in a tone akin to coaxing a child.
“So… Did you catch him?” “Of course! I caught him myself!” Ryan boasted proudly in fro king him “Wow, Ryan, you’re amazing!” Carrie’s eyes sparkled with adm “Hehe. How can I protect you without being this capable?” “Since the bad guy is under your custody now, will it bring justice f Linny?” Carrie asked.cautiously, her eyes brimming with tears.
Ryan took a deep breath and nodded. “Yeah, your good friend, that kind girl, can rest in peace now.” Carrie clasped her hands together, offering a prayer for Linny.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1043-For the first time in a while, Carrie displayed a faint smile.
Since this girl had not been sleeping, Ryan would not let her off easily.
The man did not even bother to take a shower. He undressed while kissing the lips he had been yearning for until he pinned her down on the large bed.
Carrie’s white lace nightgown was crumpled on the floor, and her legs trembled as the man’s touch aroused her.
In the soft moonlight, the intoxicating sounds of heavy breathing and sweet moans filled the room.
The lovers’ bodies and souls were intertwined.
After making love, neither of them had the energy to shower. Covered in sweat, they embraced each other as they drifted off to sl “Carrie, I’m sorry for always making you wait for me.” Ryan always felt he owed her a lot. Autistic individuals need companionship.
However, Ryan’s busy schedule prevented hin providing that.
Carrie nuzzled her head against his chest and shook it.
“Don’t think that I have it all just because I’m the eldest son of the Hoffman family. In reality, my status is far inferior to yours. You’re Chairman Salvador’s precious daughter, with a caring brother and sister-in-law. However, I can only rely on myself to make a living.” Ryan smiled bitterly. “If I don’t get involved in the company’s matters, I won’t even have any connection to the Hoffmans in the future. How will I support you then?” He used to want to be a part of the Hoffmans for his father’s sake. But now he had another reason-to support his wife and build a family.
“Honey…” Carrie’s soft call stirred something deep within him. “You’ve given me so much already. I don’t need anything else. I just want you to be well and healthy.” “No, it’s still not enough.” Ryan gently lifted her chin with his fingertip, his gaze unwaveringly affectionate.
“Not only do I want to give you all of myself, but I also want to present the entire Hoffman Group to you as your wedding gift.” Carrie listened in a daze, gradually drifting off to sleep.
Despite his exhaustion, Ryan found himself wide awake, embra his beloved.
“Carrie, you’re my girl. I want to give you the best of everything.” He never settled for being just a superficial playboy.
He was determined to avenge his father and ensure his grandfather willingly handed over the Hoffman Group to him, leaving nothing for his second uncle, Liam.
*
Upon returning to Savrow, Justin still stayed in Bella’s villa.
Previously, Justin was there out of Bella’s pity. But this time marked Justin’s legitimate entry into the household.
After hours of entwined passion on the plane, they barely managed to return home.
Exhausted, Bella simply washed up and fell asleep immediately, too tired to even change into her pajamas.
Justin, who did not want her to be uncomfortable, clumsily helped her change into her sleepwear. To his surprise, Bella was in deep slumber, like a beautiful doll, allowing him to handle her as he pleased.
“Mmm… That’s delicious…” Bella murmured distinctly in her sleep, her tongue licking her lips.
Justin could not help but smirk, leaning in to playfully poke hee with his finger.
“You little glutton. I’ll feed you once you’re up.” Suddenly, he recalled the scene on the plane. With tears brimming her eyes, Bella tightly bit her lip, trying not to make a sound as they were soaring through the sky. Unable to resist, the desire stirred within him once more.
Despite the temptation, he restrained himself.
After all, he was a man of integrity and would never take advantage of someone in their vulnerable state.
After a fierce internal struggle, Justin resorted to just planting a kiss on Bella’s forehead. He tucked her in and quietly left the room.
That night, Wilma had already slept. It was not until the next day that she learned of the Young Master and Young Madam’s triumphant return.
Overwhelmed with joy, she burst into tears.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1044-“Wilma, you’ve taken excellent care of the house these days. Thank you for your hard work.” Justin wrapped his arm around Bella’s waist, and the two stood before Wilma, appearing like a newlywed couple returning from their honeymoon.
They had an unspoken agreement not to tell Wilma about Justin’s severe injuries. Given her age, they did not want to worry her unnecessarily, even after surviving such a harrowing experience.
Just then, the doorbell rang.
lan was carrying two large food containers, sweat dripping from his forehead as he entered.
“M-Mr. Salvador, I finally managed to secure the order from Fortune Cloud Eatery you requested last night!” “Fortune Cloud Eatery? Gosh… That place is notoriously diffic get a reservation at. It usually takes at least three hours.” Bella swallowed nervously and then turned to Justin with a reproachful look. “Why did you trouble Mr. Harris for this?” “Because you were craving something delicious.” “When did I say that?!” “Last night, in your dreams,” Justin whispered in her ears, chuckling softly.
Bella blushed instantly, her face turning red. “Y-You believe in dream talk?!” “Never mind that. Let’s set it on the table with Wilma and eat together.” Justin nodded with a smile.
“Together?!” lan was astonished, feeling honored yet surprised. He shook his head repeatedly. “That’s not necessary. I shouldn’t dine with you at the same table. It’s not appropriate.” Justin replied, “Like I said, just eat.” lan took a sharp breath inward, but his heart blossomed with joy.
He finally figured everything out. Justin and Bella’s relationship must have taken a significant leap after their trip to Terranova.
Justin would finally marry his long-time sweetheart, and Bella officially established her place in the family!
Around the dining table, everyone indulged in the sumptuous At this moment, there was no distinction between employer and employee. They were simply a close-knit family.
In fact, Wilma and lan had already become like family to Justin ov the years.
After the meal, Bella and Wilma tidied up the kitchen, while Justin summoned lan to the small living room for a discussion.
“Mr. Salvador, during your absence, a few issues arose at the Salvador Corporation,” lan whispered, lowering his voice.
“Is it concerning the collaboration with Journey Ventures from Meridan?” During this period, Justin had been in a state of unconsciousness and focused on recuperating.
Bella kept a close eye on him, not wanting him to exert himself further. Hence, she took his phone away while he was in the hospital, preventing him from contacting lan immediately.
Due to this, Justin was unaware of what happened at the Salvador Corporation.
“No issues have arisen. On the contrary, things have progressed very smoothly.” “Well, isn’t smooth progress a good thing?” Justin frowned. “But your demeanor suggests otherwise. Did something go wrong with the collaboration?” “The person in charge of the collaboration isn’t Chairman Salvador.
It’s Mr. Grant.” “M-My brother…?” Justin’s eyes narrowed, his heart tightening.
“Yes. In your absence, Mr. Grant represented you at the meeting negotiated the collaboration with the chairman of Journey Venture lan’s expression soured as he recalled the matter. He voiced some discontent toward Grant. “He has been living in seclusion in Meridan, showing no interest in the Salvador Corporation’s affairs. Why did he suddenly appear at such a crucial moment? It seems too coincidental! I find Mr. Grant’s actions inappropriate. Isn’t this taking advantage of the situation and assuming responsibilities beyond his own?” “lan, don’t speak like that.” Justin’s expression turned serious. “My brother is my lifesaver. Back then, he risked his life to save mine, almost failing to escape from the kidnappers’ hands, and ended up suffering from a serious illness because of it. If it weren’t for that incident, I wouldn’t even have gotten my current position.”
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1045-The horrifying kidnapping incident was a past that no one in the Salvador family wanted to mention.
Years ago, both of the young Salvador brothers got kidnapped by a notorious gang of kidnappers. The kidnappers held them captive in an old warehouse deep in the mountains, infested with cockroaches and rats, and demanded a huge ransom from the Salvador family.
Justin could not recall how many days the kidnappers held them captive in the filthy, damp, and foul-smelling place, with no sight of the sun.
As a child, they subjected him to daily beatings and abuse. Fearing he would run away, they only fed him once every three days. Justin barely survived all these.
Later, his older brother, four years his senior, seized an opportunity to hold back the kidnappers, giving Justin a chance to escape.
In the forest, Justin stumbled and ran without looking back fol seemed like an eternity, until his strength gave out. He then tun down the hillside.
Fortunately, a hunter rescued him. Upon regaining consciousness Justin immediately contacted the authorities, providing them with th kidnappers’ whereabouts and eventually returning home safely.
However, Grant was not as fortunate as Justin.
Enraged, the ruthless kidnappers beat Grant to a pulp, locking him inside a cramped shipping container for five days without food or water. Despite being family, Grant only managed to survive by drinking his own urine.
Three days later, after receiving the hefty ransom, the kidnappers stripped Grant naked, bound him tightly, and callously dumped him outside the gates of the Tideview Manor in broad daylight before brazenly making their escape.
As a result of the brutal beatings and prolonged confinement in a sealed space, Grant suffered damage to his internal organs and severe oxygen deprivation, leading to premature aging of his bodily functions. The medical expenses for his treatment and hospitalization alone amounted to over $500,000 per day.
In other words, Grant’s life depended solely on money over the years.
This incident cast a lifelong trauma on the entire Salvador family.
It was precisely because of this that Justin felt immense guilt toward his elder brother.
Besides, this was also why Gregory who had always been stern exacting, showed extreme favoritism toward his eldest son and harbored resentment toward Justin.
“But now that you’re the heir, he shouldn’t meddle in your busine lan remained indignant. “The last time you didn’t show up, the management of the company already complained about you. His intervention at that crucial moment, reaching a collaboration deal, has garnered much support for him within the company. Even Chairman Salvador has been in frequent contact with him lately.” “Mr. Salvador, I know you’re loyal and compassionate, but the Salvadors are nothing like the Thompsons. Blood ties mean nothing in the face of power! You know better than anyone how you’ve made it through all these years! Even if Mr. Grant saved your life back then, even if he treated you well, you two are just half-brothers, and he’s the eldest son of the family. Can you really guarantee that he has no ulterior motives? Can you guarantee that he has no ambitions regarding the Salvador Corporation?” lan’s spit flew everywhere as he expressed his concerns, clearly exasperated.
Justin felt his breath hitch. His eyes were filled with sadness.
“Also, don’t you find it suspicious?” lan continued, his mind sharp in critical moments like this. “He talks about being indifferent to fame and fortune, but he knows every detail about our collaboration with Journey Ventures. What does that tell you? It tells you that he hasn’t been idle these past few years. He’s been monitoring you and the Salvador Corporation! On top of that, Mr. Grant was sitting right next to Journey Venture’s chairman during the video conference. It’s obvious that he had everything arranged advance and had been operating in the shadows for some time!
Upon hearing this, Justin remained composed, though his eyes betrayed deeper contemplation.
“Mr. Salvador, one must remain vigilant at all times. Don’t let someone steal something rightfully yours from under your nose!” “lan, what if…” Justin’s eyelashes trembled slightly. “If one day Grant’s health improves and he returns to Savrow, intending to reclaim the position of CEO, what do you think I should do? Should I hand over what I have now without a fight?
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1046-“He thinks he can just have whatever he wants?! On what grounds?” Justin clenched his fists as the words hit too close to home.
“Without you, the Salvador Corporation would not be where it is. You’ve worked so hard for the company to the extent that your body was almost at its limits.
You even risked your life to inspect the projects personally! We’ve only begun to savor the fruits of our labor, but now he’s trying to take it away from you?! Just because Chairman Gregory supports him doesn’t mean anything. With Old Master Nigel’s support, we have everything we need! Chairman Gregory still has to heed his father’s advice.”
“Father and son? Are we playing tongue twisters now?” Bella’s sweet and charming voice suddenly rang out as she joined them in the room.
Justin’s expression sank as he gestured for lan to remain silent, and, then he forced a smile.
She entered the room with a tray carrying two cups of tea. “What are you guys talking about? lan seems quite worked up.” Justin replied, “Nothing much. He gets worked up about the smallest thing. He’s young and full of energy.” He got up right away to welcome her, taking the tray from Bella’s hands and asking with a deep voice, “Why all the formality? Treating me as if I’m a guest, huh?” “I was just worried you’d chat endlessly and get thirsty.” Bella shrugged helplessly, smiling faintly.
“A kiss can quench thirst better than water.” His gaze turned intense as he kissed Bella passionately as if no one else was around, expressing deep affection through his eyes.
lan blushed and quickly looked away, not daring to watch the intimate scene.
Bella’s heart raced like a frightened deer. When Justin tried to kiss her again, she gently pushed him away and said, “I came here to discuss serious matters. Can you focus?” “Bella, you’re just too tempting,” he replied.
Justin held back his emotions with a hint of redness in his eyes. ” Being around you makes it hard for me to be serious.” Bella avoided looking into his eyes again out of fear that she might get lost in their warm and affectionate gaze.
They were seated side by side on the couch, looking so incredibly beautiful and serene that one could imagine them being immortalized in a timeless and revered painting.
lan was on the verge of tears. He never expected to witness this moment of reconciliation. It made everything he had gone through feel meaningful.
“Ralph called me. Winston’s trial begins today.” Bella clenched her fist.
“Yes, Ryan and I are searching through the city for any signs of Maxwell. Our teams are stationed at airports, high-speed railways, and docks. So far, there has been no trace of Maxwell since the
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1047-Bella’s heart raced, and she pressed her lips together. “That seems unlikely. I’ve looked into Maxwell’s background. He used to be a mercenary and then worked as a royal guard before climbing to his current position with his outstanding combat skills. It wouldn’t be so easy to kill him. Besides, he wouldn’t have come to Savrow alone. He must have brought reinforcements. Even if Christopher wants to make a move, it won’t be so simple.” Although Bella said so, Justin’s words still left her feeling uneasy.
Justin could see through her thoughts and gently held her hand, reassuring her with a calm voice, “The enemies aren’t that powerful.
Even if we can’t defeat them all at once, it’s alright. Time is in our favor. They are unaware of all our strategies while we operate covertly. This situation is an improvement from before. Right now, we need to focus on dealing with Shannon to seek justice for Linny and my mother…” As he spoke about his mother, Justin’s voice quivered, and his eyes turned red.
But in front of Bella, he maintained complete control over his feelings.
He became her unwavering guardian who remained composed even in the most challenging situations a companion who could always.
offer her solace.
Bella’s heart ached as if it were weighed down by heavy stones, and her shoulders trembled slightly as she hugged Justin.
He immediately embraced her, as though he had been eagerly anticipating this moment.
“No need to say anything. I get that you’re worried about me.” Night had fallen, and inside the police station’s interrogation room, Ralph and his three colleagues from the serious crime unit had been subjecting Winston to intense questioning for nearly ten hours without a break.
Despite their expertise in interrogations, they were struggling to break through the defenses of this man, who had remarkable psychological resilience and evident malevolence.
Whether employing intimidation tactics or offering reduced sentences as incentives, they were unable to coax Winston into revealing the identity of the mastermind behind it all.
As the stalemate continued, Bella and Justin hurried to the police station overnight.
“Bella, I’m sorry…” Ralph tugged at his hair in frustration, his handsome face marred with worry.
“Even I was of no use. We still can’t get him to confess! If he’s intentionally dragging this out, even if the prosecution eventually charges him, we won’t have direct evidence to accuse Shannon of hiring a hitman. The leads will be completely cut off!” How could they talk about helping Justin seek revenge in such a Chatter 1047 situation?
“There’s another issue as well. Winston isn’t a citizen of our country.
He’s from Terranova. According to our country’s laws, foreign nationals can’t be executed here, even for grave offenses like murder.
The maximum punishment he can receive is a 20-year prison term.
Following the completion of his sentence, Winston will be sent back to Terranova, where he will face trial once again.” Ralph clenched his teeth in anger. “Just the thought of this despicable man, who has committed so many crimes but will not face punishment, is tormenting me so much!” “Don’t be so hard on yourself, Ralph. You’ve already done your best.
It’s just that Winston is truly evil and sly with no remorse.” Bella took a deep breath and asked, “Ralph, can you ask your superiors if Justin and I can meet Winston?” “Both of you?!” Ralph was extremely surprised.
“Yes, let us meet Winston. I’ll talk to him myself. Perhaps it will be helpful for the entire case.”
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1048-Oh right! I almost forgot!” Ralph exclaimed suddenly, his eyes lighting up.
“Bella, do you remember when you assisted our police department in resolving two homicide cases? Once, you discovered a vital clue in the evidence that led to a breakthrough in the case. The other time, you exposed flaws in the suspect’s confession, prompting the killer to admit and confess!”
Justin was completely amazed as he looked at Bella’s calm and composed demeanor. He couldn’t fathom how outstanding she was compared to him.
Previously, Justin didn’t think of himself as extraordinary, but he believed he was adequate. Now, in Bella’s presence, he felt as insignificant as discarded toilet paper in the bathroom.
“Hmph! So Ralph, you still remember my remarkable accomplishments,” Bella playfully teased him with her captivating gaze.
“If only Wyatt and Aunt Mila hadn’t stopped me, I might have pursued a career in the police academy and become an outstanding police officer. Perhaps by now you’d be addressing me as your boss!” “That’s because you’re important to all of us, and we were afraid you would get hurt. But in the end, they couldn’t stop you, could they? You still went…” Bella’s eyes suddenly narrowed, and Ralph quickly stopped himself Chapter 1048 from saying more.
Shortly after, Ralph boldly brought the two of them to meet the police chief.
Unquestionably, the police chief recognized this spirited young woman. He still vividly remembered how she had helped the police solve significant cases with her remarkable insight.
What took him by even greater surprise was Justin’s presence!.
The Salvador Corporation and Justin Salvador-these names held considerable prestige and influence in Savrow, requiring no explanation.
“Mr. Salvador! I didn’t expect you to come in person. Please forgive me for not welcoming you properly.” The police chief warmly welcomed Bella and showed even more enthusiasm toward Justin. Not only did he inquire about their w being, but he also directed Ralph, the esteemed captain of the criminal police brigade, to serve tea to Justin.
Ralph was dumbfounded and thought to himself, ‘What in the world?!’ Justin felt uncomfortable and promptly stood up. “I’ll pour it myself!” Did he really want his future brother-in-law to serve him tea in front of Bella? Was he out of his mind?
Ralph narrowed his eyes. ‘Well, at least he has some social etiquette!’ “Oh no, please don’t trouble yourself. How can I let you do it? I’ll do it!” The police chief personally brought the tea over, and Ralph found this behavior somewhat distasteful.
He wondered if his boss found out that the person he had been calling “Little Ralph” for years was actually the son of the richest man in Hatchbay, the Thompson family’s seventh young master, would his boss offer up his position to him?
Justin didn’t rush to drink the tea. He lightly touched the cup’s edge with his fingertips to check its temperature before elegantly lifting it up and blowing on it momentarily. Then he handed it to Bella beside him.
“It’s not hot anymore. You can drink it now.” Both Ralph and his boss were astonished.
“Um, you have some too.” Bella took a sip, then handed back the cup.
Justin then drank from the part where she had sipped.
There might not have been any overtly intimate interaction, but the sweet atmosphere was enough to make people jealous.
“Chief Collin, the reason we came today was to meet Winston and talk to him.” Justin stated their intention directly without waiting for Bella or Ralph’s response.
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1049-“Ralph, arrange for Mr. Salvador to meet Winston right away!” Chief Collin gestured his hand decisively.
The three of them looked puzzled. ‘Was it really that easy?’ “Yes, Chief Collin!” Ralph was taken aback by how smoothly things.
were going.
Chief Collin proposed. “However, Winston is a very dangerous individual. It might not be safe for Mr. Salvador to speak with him
personally. Let Ralph accompany him!” “There’s no need,” Justin declined.
“Chief Collin, it’s alright. Mr. Salvador’s skills surpass both Winston and Captain Ralph’s,” Bella gestured toward Justin and chuckled. “But in case he becomes stubborn, it would be wise to assign additional personnel to monitor Winston. I’m concerned that he may resort to desperate measures while in custody.” Winston had better stay alive before everything comes to an end.
At the detention center, Ralph and two other police officers waited outside while Bella and Justin interrogated Winston.
After waiting for a while, Winston, who was in prison attire and handcuffed, was escorted in by the officers.
“Well, well, well, if it isn’t my old friends.” Winston greeted them with a wicked grin as he sat down on a metal chair, eyeing Bella with a lecherous gaze. “Ms. Thompson, did you miss me?” Bella remained calm and collected, her demeanor firm and cold, while Justin’s anger had reached its peak. His jaw tightened sharply, and his eyes were burning with uncontrollable rage.
The beast inside him was almost on the verge of breaking free!
Seeing Justin’s fury, Winston couldn’t be more pleased, laughing loudly behind the bars.
At that moment, Bella firmly grasped Justin’s trembling hand under the table. The warm yet firm sensation spread through his nerves, calming his agitated emotions with an inexplicable sense of tranquility.
Gradually, the surging tide of his emotions subsided.
“Quit the nonsense and cut to the chase. I need to go back to sleep,” Winston snapped, showing he was ready to stand his ground.
“Winston, we’re here to ask you to work together with us,” Bella began slowly, changing her approach to make it more appealing.
“Work together? Really, Ms. Thompson? Do you take me for a little child? I nearly killed both of you. Now you want to talk about working together with me? What a joke!” Winston scoffed dismissively.
“Although you wanted to kill us, you didn’t succeed, did you?” Bella said with a smirk.
Winston frowned. After all, he was a former mercenary and a professional killer. Bella’s words were a direct insult to his expertise.
“You’re well aware of our country’s laws. Even for foreign criminals, the maximum sentence is 20 years But do you really want to spend 20 years in this place? After 20 years, you’ll be deported back to Terranova. When you are 60 years old, will your connections still be there for you? Can you survive in a Terranovan prison at that age?
You know the harsh conditions there. Do you believe you can endure it?” Bella skillfully targeted Winston’s weaknesses with every word, not wasting time on small talk.
She was an adept negotiator.
Justin quietly squeezed Bella’s hand, his eyes filled with respect and affection.
The smile on Winston’s face visibly stiffened.
Bella took advantage of the moment to continue, narrowing her eyes slightly.
“It’s clear that Shannon orchestrated all this. If it weren’t for her, things wouldn’t have gotten so out of hand. Our main enemy isn’t you. It’s Shannon. Now that you’re locked up and facing serious charges, Shannon remains untouched as the Salvador family’s madam, living freely as if she had no part in your suffering today. Can you truly accept that?”
The Divorced Heiress Revenge Chapter 1050-Winston sneered and remained silent.
“So, why don’t we work together? If you are willing to help us seek revenge, be our witness, and testify against Shannon for instructing you to murder Linny, we will take care of the arrangements to get you back to Terranova within a year. As you saw last time, my sister has close connections with the royal family. If I have her intervene and meet the King and Queen, I believe that you won’t be serving more than two years and will regain your freedom unscathed.”
Bella smiled sweetly while bombarding him with sugar-coated bullets, one after another.
“What do you say, Winston? Give it some thought.” Justin once again gazed at Bella with awe. Her eloquence and intellect far exceeded those who had been in the business world for years. In fact, even many influential tycoons couldn’t rival her. He was grateful that his partner was kind-hearted and that they shared a deep love.
Otherwise, he really didn’t know how many times he would have suffered at her hands.
Winston chuckled and mocked, “If someone else had made this offer, I might have been tempted. But coming from Ms. Thompson, there’s absolutely no credibility.” “The situation I’m in today is all thanks to you, isn’t it? Now that you can’t handle Shannon on your own, you’re turning to me for a confession, using me as a pawn. Do you think I can’t see through your schemes?” With that, he suddenly stood up, and the chair screeched against the floor with a sharp sound.
“Don’t waste your efforts here. Instead of spending time on me, think about how to deal with Shannon,” Winston said as he laughed.
After Bella and Justin left, their expressions were not too pleasant.
Ralph refrained from asking further upon seeing that the negotiations had failed. He could only offer them comfort, assuring them that he would continue to question Winston thoroughly.
In the car, Justin was concerned about Bella’s feelings and embraced her shoulders, drawing her close.
His strong jaw lightly rested on top of her head as he reassured her.
Bella, don’t lose hope. Even without Winston’s confession, we have Linny’s recording. While it may not be direct evidence and it has been 20 years, once this recording is exposed, it will still cause a huge blow to Shannon. She will be completely exposed, and Gregory will no longer be able to protect her.” “Justin, is this all you want?” Bella suddenly asked with a cold tone.
Justin felt suffocated, his heart writhing in agony as if it were on the verge of crumbling.
Of course, he wanted more than this. He wanted Shannon dead!
“It’s been 20 years. Even if we have Linny’s recording, which she sacrificed her life to get, will it really make a difference?” Bella placed her hand on Justin’s chest and felt his heartbeat. Each thud held a bitter resentment that only she could comprehend.
“Twenty years have gone by, the statute of limitations has expired, and there is no remaining evidence. Without direct proof, you know very well that we cannot convict Shannon of a severe punishment. Just ruining her reputation and causing her to fall out with Gregory, is that enough? Are you satisfied?” “Bella…” Justin’s eyes glistened, and his voice was strained, “Our only chance to make Shannon suffer is by using Linny’s death to force Winston into confessing. We must ensure that the charges of hiring someone for murder stand.” Bella’s eyes brimmed with tears as a storm brewed within them.
“Without Linny, the truth about your mother’s death would have remained hidden in silence forever. We owe this chance to Linny’s sacrifice. We need to seize it at any cost and compel Winston to reveal the truth.” “Do you think Winston will cooperate? His attitude just now was very adamant,” Justin murmured softly.
“He will! Trust me, I sense a hint of hesitation in him. Why else would he sit there silently while we talk so much? He wouldn’t even agree to meet us if he weren’t having second thoughts,” Bella asserted confidently.
Justin nodded slightly in agreement “It’s just that he can’t trust me right now. Also, his current situation is tolerable, so there’s no need for him to take risks and cooperate with me.” “Tolerable?” Justin’s eyes flashed with a bloody hue, exuding a savage, dangerous aura. “Soon, he will realize that his only way out is to work with us, even if it’s just for the time being.”