Ch. 1011..1020
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1011
Madelyn, holding the plate of peeled grapes, stood up and approached the woman who had earlier commented. The crowd watched in surprise as Madelyn, unperturbed, placed the plate on the table. She said gracefully, “I’m on a diet and can’t finish these alone. Please, consider this a gift from him, and I hope you enjoy them.”
The woman, who had been joking, was taken aback and stammered, “N-n-no… Mrs. Jardin, I was just joking.”
Kevin frowned as he observed from a distance, curious about Madelyn’s intentions. Madelyn reassured the woman softly, “It’s okay, please share them. I’m going to wash my hands in the restroom.”
When another woman offered to accompany her, Madelyn declined with a polite smile, “No need, I can manage. Enjoy yourselves.”
At that moment, Cecilia interjected sharply, “Ms. Jent, if you’re trying to humiliate someone, pick a more appropriate occasion. This is a company event, not a playground.”
The atmosphere tensed as Cecilia confronted Madelyn. It was common knowledge at Jardin Corporation that Cecilia, who had risen from an assistant, had feelings for Zach.
Madelyn replied with measured calm, “Ms. Stamford, you might want to be more careful with your words
in front of others. It could seem like you lack basic social etiquette. A plate of grapes is hardly humiliation. Think before you speak. But do tell me ladies, do you feel humiliated?”
Madelyn’s response, delivered with a poised smile, starkly contrasted with Cecilia’s anger. The woman with the grapes, oblivious to the brewing tension, cheerfully said, “No, not at all. Mr. Jardin peeled them, and Mrs. Jardin didn’t touch them.”
Cecilia’s expression darkened as she snapped, “Shut up. It’s not your place to speak.”
Intimidated, the woman fell silent.
Madelyn continued, “Ms. Stamford, she’s an employee here. You’re humiliating her without cause. If this is how the executives at Jardin Corporation behave, it’s rather concerning.”
Cecilia sneered, “You…”
However, Madelyn interrupted, “Ms. Stamford! Please, address me as Mrs. Jardin.”
Madelyn raised her wedding ring, her tone gentle yet assertive, effortlessly overshadowing Cecilia’s hostility.
Cecilia, visibly upset by Madelyn’s confidence, retorted, “What’s there to be proud of, Madelyn! Without me, you wouldn’t even be here!”
Zach, why did you bring her into the company? You’ve always held in contempt those like her, mere decorative vases in the home, serving no real purpose. In the previous lifetime, Madelyn was never a match for me, having to detour whenever she saw me.’ Cecilia thought.
Cecilia, thinking back to their past, felt a rush of emotions but quickly suppressed them. She then haughtily said, “Mrs. Jardin? Please, you should just go back home. This place isn’t for you!”
At that moment, Zach appeared, standing beside Madelyn in support. He asked, “Who’s suitable, if not my own wife?”
Zach draped his suit jacket over Madelyn, then addressed Cecilia, “Ms. Stamford, your emotional outbursts might require medical attention. Another incident, and you can forget your position.”
Cecilia glared at Zach, seething with anger.
Madelyn linked her arms with Zach. As they left together, she said affectionately, “It’s time for my medication.”
Blake approached Cecilia, “Ms. Stamford, I’ve prepared the documents you requested.”
In a sudden outburst, Cecilia slapped Blake, venting her frustration, “You’re too slow! What use are you?”
Stunned, Blake held her face in pain and looked down, avoiding eye contact. Cecilia stormed off, as Kevin watched her leave before turning his attention to Blake.
Cecilia wondered, ‘Why does Madelyn have that bracelet! Zach never even let me touch it, but he gave it to her so easily!’
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1012
After Madelyn left the banquet hall with Zach, she withdrew her hand from his arm. They unexpectedly came across someone in the elevator.
“Agustin?” Madelyn expressed surprise.
“Madelyn?” Agustin recognized her and then noticed Zach. “And who is this?”
Zach remained silent, his expression unreadable, waiting for Madelyn’s response. Madelyn did not introduce Zach but instead redirected the conversation. ” Agustin, what are you doing here? Weren’t you in Marisburg?”
“I’ve been dealing with some heart issues, so I came for a checkup. I’m just heading back to my hotel to rest. How about you? Are you feeling better?”
Agustin inquired.
Madelyn nodded, offering a smile. ” Much better, thank you.”
“That’s good to hear,” Agustin replied, then presented a gift card to her.” Happy holidays. Here’s a small gesture from me.”
Madelyn politely declined, “Agustin, I’m not a child anymore. You don’t have to do this.”
“In my eyes, you’ll always be a child. Please accept it, or I’ll be offended,” Agustin insisted with a gentle tone.
“Thank you, Agustin,” Madelyn said, accepting the gift. Zach took it from her as the elevator doors opened. Zach and Agustin shared a brief, silent glance before Zach led Madelyn into the elevator.
Madelyn examined the gift card in the elevator, unaware of Zach’s growing displeasure until he spoke with a cold edge, “Why didn’t you introduce me? Am I someone to be ashamed of?”
Zach adjusted the suit jacket on Madelyn despite his icy tone, showing concern for her comfort. Madelyn looked at the gift card, a simple five-dollar card, and ignored Zach’s annoyance.
Zach took her cold hand in his, trying to warm it, his voice laced with frustration. “Why aren’t you this happy with the gifts I give you?”
“He’s different, Zach. He’s like an elder to me,” Madelyn explained. Agustin was a close friend of Madelyn’s mother and had been a comforting presence during Madelyn’s hospital stays, sharing many stories with her.
When Zach and Madelyn reached the parking lot, he suddenly cornered her against a wall, his gaze intense. He asked, “What should you call me, Madelyn? Hmm?”
Madelyn felt cornered under Zach’s scrutiny, Madelyn tried to deflect, ” You’re being unreasonable!” She pushed against his chest, feeling anxious. “Stop, Zach! We’re in a public place.”
Zach persisted, leaning in closer. “Say it!”
Madelyn’s face flushed, “Let’s just go home, okay?”
“Say it,” Zach insisted.
Madelyn felt pressured as many people were leaving with their cars, including Blake. Cecilia, who had also just left, paused at the sight of the couple entwined in the parking lot. Madelyn reluctantly whispered, “H- Honey?”
Zach then softly kissed her, relenting slightly. “Just this time. I’ll let it go.”
Madelyn attempted to lighten the mood, “You’re always so petty, Zach.”
“Zach? We’ll discuss this at home,” he warned playfully.
Suddenly, Cecilia’s sharp voice interrupted, “Zach!” Her heels clicked rapidly on the pavement as she approached them. Zach and Madelyn turned to see Cecilia walking toward them.
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1013
Cecilia approached Zach with evident frustration and confronted him. “Why did you humiliate me like that in front of everyone? You’ve never treated me like that before, Zach.”
Cecilia was agitated. Madelyn suggested, “I’ll wait for you in the car.”
But Zach held Madelyn’s hand firmly, indicating his decision. “For work matters, speak to Kevin. As for personal issues, there’s nothing to discuss.”
Cecilia, however, was not deterred. Holding a contract, she thrust it at Zach. “Look at this before you decide whether to follow me or not!”
Zach released Madelyn’s hand to examine the document. He instructed her, “Go wait in the car.”
Madelyn sat in the car and she could not hear Zach and Cecilia’s conversation. When she glanced back, they had already moved away.
Madelyn twirled the bracelet on her wrist, contemplating. ‘Cecilia always manages to surprise Zach with things I can’t match. Last time it was a huge contract. This time, who knows? For businessmen, profit often outweighs personal matters.’
Madelyn felt restless. She took off the suit jacket and left the car, walking out of the parking lot. Three minutes later, Zach called Madelyn. “I have to handle something. Kevin will take you home.”
Madelyn, already amidst the snowy street and passersby, refused. “No need, I have errands too.”
Zach’s tone became stern, “Stay in the car. I don’t want you going back alone. I’ll be quick.”
But Madelyn hung up, unwilling to wait, especially for Zach. To her, it felt like an empty charade.
In the hotel’s sixth-floor suite, Zach watched from the window as Madelyn vanished into the street. He tried to track her phone, but she had turned it off.
Zach turned around and faced Cecilia, who quickly said, “This meeting was hard to arrange. Are you sure you want to ruin it just for Madelyn?”
They were interrupted as the door opened, revealing Agustin, the man from the elevator. Meanwhile, Madelyn, walking on the street, mistook a man in a black motorcycle outfit for someone she knew. She exclaimed, “Forrest!?”
The man removed his helmet, revealing bleached blonde hair and a youthful face, like a character from a comic book. He replied with youthful arrogance, “You’ve got the wrong person. Is he your boyfriend?”
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1014
Madelyn’s eyes, which had shone with recognition, gradually lost their light as she apologized, “Sorry, I mistook you for someone else.”
The young man, seeing Madelyn walking away, hurried after her on his motorcycle. “Miss, where are you going? Let me give you a ride. Or maybe I could get your number?”
Madelyn meandered without direction. “I’m married. My husband would be angry if he knew about this.”
The young man expressed a hint of regret. “Oh, that’s too bad.”
Madelyn offered a weak smile, observing his troubled expression. To an outsider, it might have seemed like the young man had fallen for her at first sight and was now heartbroken to learn she was married.
Despite the faint smile on Madelyn’s face, her eyes remained unemotional. She said, “Go home, young man. At your age, studying should be your priority.”
A black car stopped in front of Madelyn. The window lowered, revealing Frida, who took off her sunglasses, revealing a weary face. She said, “Get in the car!”
Madelyn felt mostly surprised seeing Frida because Frida had been unheard of since the last press conference.
Then, Frida brought Madelyn to the Blue Note Café. To keep a low profile, Frida wore glasses and the bodyguards sat at the tables nearby.
The server brought Frida a coffee and Madelyn warm water. Once alone, Frida said, “Zach did everything to get rid of my daughter and son, all for you! How do you feel about that?”
Frida’s voice was steady yet shaky. Losing both her children overnight had devastated her. In just two weeks, she appeared to have aged significantly.
“Whether I feel comfortable isn’t for you or me to decide. Zach’s interest in me could be fleeting. This position might soon change hands!” Madelyn gently touched her cup. “Do you believe in karma, Ms. Young?”
Frida, caught off guard, was speechless.
Madelyn put down her cup and looked up. “What Zach did will haunt him, not just you. Ethan’s death saddens me too. But I believe Yvonne and Ethan might still be alive. I think you’ve suspected this for some time.
“You risked a lot to meet me today. If you want to say something, be quick. He has me under surveillance and it won’t be long before arrives.”
Frida found the situation ironic. Her daughter had loved Zach for years, and now she had lost her life because of Madelyn. Frida remembered her daughter’s happiness at marrying the man she loved, her dreams of being a perfect wife.
Frida warned with repressed anger in her eyes, “You better hope they’re alive. If they’re dead, I’m coming for you, Madelyn. Yvonne was my treasure. I gave her everything. Now, it’s all ruined because of you!”
Madelyn was suffering in her own way. She thought about how Frida had sacrificed everything for her daughter. Madelyn wished her parents were still alive.
Madelyn said, “Honestly, I’ve always envied Yvonne for having a mother like you, always there for her. She lived freely, knowing she had someone to fall back on, even if she erred.”
Frida retorted sharply, “Don’t be hypocritical! I’ve seen too many like you, saying one thing but meaning another!”
Madelyn looked down, her lips curving slightly, and remained quiet.
Then, Frida slid an old black recorder and a document across the table.
“What’s this?” Madelyn inquired.
“Just listen to it! Madelyn, you and your family are contemptible! Yvonne uncovered this scandalous secret and paid for it with her life. Let’s see you keep smiling after listening to this!” said Frida. She also left a document on the table.
After Frida’s departure, Madelyn contemplated the recorder. ‘Yvonne must have found out something about Zach and gotten into trouble. What was it?’
Madelyn opened the document and saw a DNA test report involving her and Zach. She quickly looked at the results at the bottom.
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1015
Madelyn felt a chill run through her. It was a sensation she had not experienced since a harrowing incident five years ago when she nearly had to jump into the sea.
‘Zach, you’re terrifying!’ Madelyn thought to herself, reflecting on the DNA test report. ‘It says I’m related to Zach. Is he my brother? Impossible! I can’t be related to him by blood. This must be fake!’
She quickly composed herself, reminding herself of her true parentage. Her biological father had died long ago, and her mother had only her for a daughter. Therefore, the DNA report was likely fabricated.
Madelyn considered that Zach might be Hayson’s son. However, she was puzzled about who would create such a false document. She put the report back, feeling a heavy burden on her chest, making it hard to breathe.
She felt a bit better after drinking some water. Just then, a server approached with a cup of hot milk. “This is for you, please enjoy.”
Madelyn replied, “But I didn’t order it.”
The server pointed to a man in the distance and said, “That gentleman ordered it for you.”
Madelyn turned and saw the young man from earlier on the motorcycle. Just then, a black Rolls Royce swiftly pulled up at the café, and Zach got out, followed by Kevin. As he entered, an unmistakable chill emanated from him. Madelyn noticed a trace of fear in his eyes.
‘What are you scared of, Zach?”
Madelyn wondered silently.
Zach glanced at the cup of hot milk before Madelyn. His usual composure was replaced by a hint of panic, while she remained calm. Madelyn asked, “Why are you here? Aren’t you busy?”
Kevin saw the items on the table and took them without Madelyn’s consent. He said, “These are mine.”
Zach, seeing her drink the milk, reached out to stop her, “Don’t force yourself. I’ll keep this document for now and return it if it’s not problematic.”
Kevin suspected the document and recorder were what Yvonne had hidden. He was relieved that Madelyn had not fully realized their significance.
Madelyn took a sip and noted, “This tastes strange.”
Madelyn felt disgusted and put the cup down. She stood up and said, “Let’s go.”
The server was struck by the sight of the beautiful couple, reminiscent of leads in a TV drama. If not for the lack of cameras, the server might have thought they were filming.
Madelyn noticed the dazed server and paused. She said to Zach, “I don’t have money to pay, remember to settle the bill.”
Once in the car, Madelyn felt warmer. She found a blanket to cover herself and said, “I’m going to sleep. I’m tired. Wake me up when we get there.”
Madelyn noticed the young blond man still outside the café, waving at her.
“Who is he?” Zach asked.
“I have no idea,” Madelyn responded.
Zach watched as Madelyn rested, saying nothing more.
Madelyn had been up late and was exhausted. She took off her uncomfortable shoes, and Zach tenderly placed them aside, then lifted her onto his lap. He warmed her cold, slightly reddened feet with his hands.
Since Madelyn recovered from her illness, she often felt cold, especially her hands and feet. Zach covered her feet with his jacket, showing meticulous care.
“Drive slower,” Zach instructed Kevin.
The journey home was prolonged by heavy snowfall, and by the time they arrived, night had fallen. Madelyn, having slept the entire way, woke up as they stopped. She asked, “Are we there?
“Yes, we’re home,” Zach confirmed.
Madelyn lazily opened her eyes and said, “Carry me in, I don’t feel like walking.”
“Alright.”
Zach lifted Madelyn effortlessly, wrapping her in his coat before carrying her out of the car. The servants had prepared a table full of her favorite dishes.
“Sir, Madam…”
Margaret, in the kitchen with a slice of bread in her mouth, stopped mid-bite upon hearing Zach and Madelyn’s return. The bread, meant for Dalton, had sparked Margaret’s curiosity. She wanted to taste what Dalton enjoyed every day.
Zach strode upstairs with Madelyn without pausing, who still seemed half- asleep, rolling into bed.
He approached the dressing table, sorting through various bottles and jars, before finding a makeup remover. Sitting beside her, he gently wiped off her makeup and said, “Wait a bit, you should eat something before sleeping.”
Madelyn, too tired to answer, simply lay there.
“What did she tell you?” Zach finally asked.
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1016
Madelyn comfortably enjoyed Zach’s makeup removal service, as the esthetician used gentle techniques and applied various makeup removers on her face. She responded to his words, ” It’s no big deal, just some harmless words. It doesn’t really bother me.” She heard even more hurtful words before.
“Enough, I’m going to wash my face.” She went to the bathroom and did so, taking a shower as well.
Zach received a call from Kevin and walked to the study to answer it. Kevin reported, “There’s indeed a paternity test inside, and the recording contains your conversation with Kai. Mr. Jardin, do we need to destroy these?”
Zach emanated a chilling intent to kill from head to toe instantly. The last time he had felt like this was because of Yvonne. However, Zach had tried to stop acting like that for Madelyn’s sake. He said coldly, “Destroy everything, and… give her a final warning. If this happens again, I’ll reclaim everything I’ve provided to the Young family, without exception.”
Kevin replied, “Yes, Mr. Jardin.”
Madelyn felt much more awake after finishing showering. When she went downstairs for dinner, she heard a car approaching from outside, then the doorbell rang. Madelyn was feeding Dalton his baby food and said, ”
Margaret, go check who’s arrived.”
Margaret said, “Okay.”
When Margaret opened the door, an unexpected guest arrived, and Mya’s voice rang out, “Madelyn! I’m here!”
Madelyn turned toward the voice. It was Mya, whom she had not seen in a long time, along with Fred, whom she least wanted to see following behind!
“Mya? What are you doing here?” Madelyn stood up.
Mya rushed forward and immediately hugged her. “Madelyn, I missed you so much. You promised you would come to see me, but you didn’t. So, I came to see you instead! Look, I brought you lots of delicious food!”
If it were only Fred, Madelyn naturally would not have welcomed him. However, she could not just kick them out since Mya was there too.
“You run such a big company, and now you’re in such a sorry state?” Fred always spoke bluntly. Then, his gaze fell on Dalton. With curiosity, he approached and touched his face, ” You’re so ugly.”
Dalton showed no fear at all when meeting strangers. He bit onto Fred’s hand, but since he barely had any teeth, it did not hurt at all.
Zach peeled a plate of shrimp for Madelyn and placed it in front of her. Then, he wiped his hands with a tissue and said, “What an unexpected guest! Couldn’t bear the prison life anymore?”
Madelyn frowned and immediately picked up Dalton. Mya did not care that they were at odds and preferred to be with Madelyn. “Madelyn, can I hold the baby?”
Madelyn said, “Sure, just be careful.”
Fred glanced at the ineffectual woman beside him. Then, he sat down without any politeness. “The dinner looks good.
Zach gestured, and the servant beside immediately brought two sets of utensils over, placing them in front of Fred. “Come and have dinner.”
With a peculiar look, Madelyn glanced in his direction. ‘They’re alike in how they give orders.’
Mya refused, “I don’t want to eat. I want to play with the baby for a while.”
“Hmm?”
Mya’s happy face instantly turned unhappy just because of a change in his tone. “Dalton, I’ll play with you later, okay?” After saying that, she handed Dalton back to Madelyn. It was obvious that Dalton really liked Mya.
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1017
Madelyn handed Dalton to Margaret, “Take him upstairs. I’ll come up in a moment.”
Margaret nodded hesitantly and carried Dalton upstairs. ‘Oh my! What’s the background of this person?
He doesn’t seem like a good person at all.’
Madelyn returned to her seat and sensed the subtle gaze directed at her, making her uneasy. The eerie
vibe spread instantly, with only Mya seemingly living in her world. She sat beside Fred, saying, “Madelyn,
the food cooked at your home is the best.”
Madelyn actually had many things to ask Mya, but it was not convenient with him around. So, she
responded, “If it’s delicious, go ahead and have more. I’ve already asked the servants to make a few extra
dishes.”
Fred asked, “It’s such a rare occasion for me to come visit. Aren’t you at least going to treat me to some
good wine?”
Zach gestured to a servant, who went to the wine cabinet and took out a bottle of red wine, opening it for
him. After that, Zach skillfully removed the bones from the fish and placed the fish into Madelyn’s plate
beside his.
“Leave after drinking! We don’t keep outsiders in the house.”
Upon hearing the term ‘outsiders,’ Mya suddenly felt sad. ‘Does that mean I can’t meet Madelyn often in
the future?’
Madelyn said without raising her head, “Mya isn’t an outsider. It’s clear to everyone who is.”
“Ms. Jent, you’re still as eloquent as ever. Won’t you have a drink with us?”
Madelyn said without mercy, “I don’t drink with scumbags.”
When Mya saw them at odds, she tugged at Fred’s clothes under the table. “You promised not to stir up
trouble. Don’t bully Madelyn, or else I won’t talk to you anymore.”
Mya’s voice was just barely audible so Madelyn and Zach heard it. As Madelyn observed Fred’s reaction,
she saw him extend his hand to touch Mya’s head as if petting an animal as he said, “Be a good girl and
eat your food.”
Madelyn frowned, ‘Could it be Mya and him…? No way. Fred comes across as exceptionally cold-hearted,
even compared to Zach, despite their equal ruthlessness. His targets always end up dead or maimed.
Besides, I remember seeing Cecilia and Fred having an affair in the previous life.’
1/2
Madelyn had witnessed it once and was still unsure whether it was real or fake. After she had told Zach about it, Zach never allowed her to leave the house again.
Madelyn lost her appetite after eating only half a bowl of rice. “I’m full.”
By the time she finished only half a bowl of rice, Mya had already consumed three bowls and was now holding the fourth. “Madelyn… just give me a moment. I’ll be full after another bowl.”
The servant stammered, “M-Ms. Harper, I’m afraid you might have to wait for a while. The cooked rice is all gone, but we’re already making another batch. We didn’t know guests were coming, so we only prepared for Mr. and Mrs. Jardin. Ms. Harper, if you can’t wait, you can have pastina first. The rice will be
ready in half an hour.”
Mya quickly finished the half a bowl of rice and said, “Sure! I’ll have another bowl of pastina, then I’ll be
full.”
Madelyn advised, “Mya, you shouldn’t eat too much at night, or you’ll have indigestion and you won’t be
able to sleep comfortably.”
“All right! Since you said not to eat, then I won’t. Madelyn, I have something good to give you.” Mya ran
forward, took her hand, and pulled her upstairs.
After the two of them were out of earshot, Fred sneered, “It seems like your situation is getting worse and worse. You’ve offended so many people, just for a woman.”
Zach replied, “At least I’m not interested in simple-minded fools.”
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1018
Fred said, “Someone’s probably hidden that information by now.”
Zach replied, “I don’t want to know about such boring things.”
He thought, ‘My dealings with the Young family are completely over. Whatever happens to Yvonne has nothing to do with me.’
The gift that Madelyn received upstairs was just a message, but it had completely shocked her and left her utterly speechless.
Mya touched her round belly and said, ” The doctor said I have two babies inside me! I was afraid that they might argue and fight each other in there, so I’ve been telling them bedtime stories every night. But my babies have been so well- behaved; they haven’t stirred up any trouble at all.”
She had only been pregnant for just under two months, so of course she was not feeling anything yet. To Madelyn’s horror, she realized that the child was likely Fred’s.
“Mya… Do you know what it means to be pregnant? How could you be so careless?” Fred was not a good person at all. Madelyn knew it was none of her business, but she could not just stay out of it with Mya’s current state. She could not believe that Mya’s situation had gotten to this point.
‘Fred is just a scoundrel. He had an affair with Cecilia, so how could he ever admit to being involved with Mya? Even if they end up together, Mya will be the one who gets hurt, not Fred. If it weren’t for Luke’s betrayal that deeply affected Mya, she wouldn’t be as naive and easily manipulated as she is now.’
Mya just looked at Madelyn with clear and innocent eyes. Then, she covered her mouth and chuckled, “Madelyn, I know he’s a jerk. He always scolds me for being stupid, but I’m not! Madelyn, I didn’t inform him about my pregnancy! I don’t want him to be the daddy of my babies! They already have someone else to be their daddy!”
Madelyn asked, “Someone else?”
“Yes!” Mya glanced around discreetly. When she saw no one was around, she whispered, “It’s Forrest! Madelyn, this is my secret. Don’t tell anyone, okay?”
Madelyn said, “He…”
Forrest’s name was like a small stone thrown into a calm lake, causing ripples to spread.
Mya innocently continued, “Forrest made me a promise when we were in school. If he comes back, I’ll let him be the father of my children. That way, we can live together forever.”
Madelyn did not know whether to laugh or cry. Forrest, who knew nothing, had inexplicably gained two children. “Mya, it’s not like that!”
Seeing her like this, Madelyn could not bring herself to say it out loud. She just said, “Mya… Forrest is abroad and may not come back.”
Mya shrugged it off, saying, “It’s okay! I’ll wait for him to come back.”
When it was fully dark, Fred took Mya away. Madelyn watched from the window as Mya entered the car behind Fred and left. In just a few short minutes during dinner, she had already seen that Fred’s feelings toward Mya were not sincere.
Zach walked into the master bedroom. Upon seeing her worried look, he hugged her from behind, holding her hands in his palms and kneading them, “Mrs. Jardin, when will you consider Mr. Jardin’s emotions? I’ll get jealous if you keep watching!”
Hearing his voice, Madelyn became angry and pushed him away, “You’re all bastards. Mya…”
‘She’s pregnant with Fred’s children!’ She did not say the second half out loud and quickly swallowed it. ‘If I tell him, he’ll immediately inform Fred and make Mya’s situation even more difficult.’
“Forget it, at least she’s okay. I don’t want to look at you right now. Get out. You’re sleeping in the study tonight!”
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1019
As Madelyn walked away from Zach, he smiled and grabbed her wrist, pulling her back into his embrace. His hand softly traced through her long locks, gazing at the crescent moon in the night sky.
“Mrs. Jardin, you always seem to find a reason to find fault in me. I’m not like him. Look, I promise not to engage with him anymore. This will be the last time, okay?”
Zach’s voice was like medicine, soothing her wounded heart. Madelyn breathed in his scent, feeling an indescribable sense of security, and calmed down quickly. She felt like a fish submerged in the sea, wanting to break free but being pushed back by the waves. She knew it was not right to keep going like this.
“You keep saying the same thing every time. You promise not to meet Cecilia, but you still do. As long as she benefits you, you’ll abandon me. Fred is just as heartless as you are. You’ve never fulfilled any promise you made to me. If you had to choose between a 50 billion dollar contract and me, what would you choose?”
In the past, she would never have dared to ask such a question. This question was just too devastating for her because she knew what he would choose without having to ask. Forget about 50 billion, even 30 million would be enough in exchange for her life, and Zach would abandon her without hesitation. She was too insignificant to him.
Suddenly, Madelyn pushed him away and said, “Never mind, that question is meaningless. I don’t want to know the answer anymore. I’m going to check on the child.”
“I can always earn the money again, but I only have one wife.”
Madelyn’s departing steps paused at the doorway, and her eyes shone with tears. With an indifferent and calm sentence, he had effortlessly stirred her emotions.
But deep down, she knew it was a lie.
In the garden of Southern Haven Villas, a servant was disposing of the flower branches from the studio. Suddenly, the servant spotted a furtive figure lurking in the dark. The person wore a black jumpsuit and a mask, making it impossible to discern her identity.
“Rosario, is that you?” the servant called out. Suddenly, the person ran away hurriedly.
“Thief! Come and catch the thief! There’s a thief here!” the servant shouted several times. Suddenly, the security guard appeared. The servant pointed in a direction, and the guard chased after. However, they found nothing in the darkness.
When the servant reported this incident to Zach, he brushed it off casually and downplayed the situation.
Madelyn accompanied Dalton in completing a puzzle. “Who could it be if it’s not a thief?”
“Don’t worry about it. I’ll investigate.”
As Madelyn went to bed, she still had to endure his sexual advances, almost to the point of passing out. Zach carried her to the bathroom, bathed her, dried her off, and waited for her to drift into a deep sleep. Then, he went to the study and checked the surveillance cameras outside.
Observing the location, the intruder seemed familiar with the layout of the Southern Haven Villas, knowing how to avoid the surveillance cameras. The figure flashed by, seemingly intentionally obscuring her face. Zach paused the image, deep in thought, as if he had realized who it was. He turned off the computer and returned to the room to rest.
Madelyn felt the movement on the bed as Zach pulled her into his arms. With closed eyes, she asked lazily, “Did you find out who it was?”
The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning by Max Charming Chapter 1020
Zach said, “Tomorrow, I’ll have someone install some extra lights near the front door. By the way, we’ve just developed a new device at the company that allows your phone to receive identity recognition alerts if anyone enters when I’m not home.”
‘It’s not about preventing thieves but rather guarding against me trying to leave. He’s just trying to make it all sound fancy,’ Madelyn thought.
The person hiding in the shadows stood downstairs, watching as the lights in the house gradually dimmed. Their gaze slowly turned icy, filled with sadness and resentment.
Time passed, and the only light came from the faint moonlight, obscured by thick clouds, making the air heavy. Suddenly, a drizzle started to fall from the sky. It permeated the person’s body, transforming the coldness into a pain that swept through their entire being.
At four in the morning, the rain intensified. A loud thunderclap echoed, accompanied by the cries from the nursery next door. Madelyn turned over and gave a kick to Zach next to her under the covers. “Zach, go check on Dal. He’s crying again.”
Zach was resting with his arm over his eyes as the kick woke him up. Taking a deep breath, he took a moment before reaching over to turn on the light. Zach lifted the blanket and put on the pajamas beside him when out of bed. Before leaving, he made sure to tuck her in properly.
When Zach went to the next-door nursery to comfort Dalton, the crying was piercing. Unable to shake off her concern, Madelyn hurried over. If the crying kept up, it would be dawn soon. Every time it thundered and rained, Dalton cried nonstop.
Madelyn walked over and said, “Let me handle it. When are you planning to renovate the house? The soundproofing is terrible. There’s often heavy rain and thunder these days, and Dal keeps getting woken up and starts crying. Things can’t keep going on like this.”
Zach replied, “Got it. I’ll have Kevin come over tomorrow to take a look. I’m going to have a smoke.”
Dalton lay in Madelyn’s arms, and his crying gradually subsided. Listening to the rain tapering off, she went to open the curtains and then cracked the window for some fresh air. Seeing Dalton shedding tears, Madelyn playfully poked his nose. “Look at you, such a timid boy.”
“Ma… Ma…”
Madelyn pulled her mouth into a wry smile. ‘If only you were really my baby. But I’m not your mom, and you’re not my child.’
The leaves rustled. Suddenly, Madelyn spotted a figure emerging from the shadows downstairs. She glanced over and immediately let out a piercing scream, “Ah! There’s a ghost! Zach! Come quickly!”
Zach, who had just come back, strode into the room and embraced the flustered Madelyn. “What’s wrong?”
Madelyn was so frightened and pointed to a place downstairs. “I saw it. There was a woman with burns all over her body. I couldn’t see her face clearly. Quickly, have someone check downstairs.”
Destiny marked tonight as an uneasy night. Now, not only did Zach have to comfort the child, but he also had to soothe Madelyn. Down in the living room, he whipped up a bowl of pasta. After turning off the stove, he took off his pink apron, brought the bowl to her, and said, “Have something to eat.”
Madelyn sat on the couch, holding her head. “Now, every time I close my eyes, all I see is that person with burns all over her body. Zach, what have you been up to? She’s even gotten into the house. If she shows up again, what am I supposed to do?”
He responded, “There won’t be a next time. If you’re worried, come to work with me tomorrow. That way, there’s no need to be scared, right?”
The bodyguard who went out for a thorough search braved the rain as he walked in. “Mr. Jardin, we did find footprints outside. However, it seems like she has already fled.”