”Are you guys dead?” Yelena called out to the movers around. “Did I pay you to watch the show? Come help me!”Marcus served a murderous look. The movers looked at each other, and none of them dared to go forward.Yelena felt as if her heart was going to fall out of her chest. She stared fixedly at the man before her and felt a growing suppression. She was frozen.“C-Cordelia!” She caved and shouted in fear, “Are you going to control your husband or not!? I-I tell you. If he dares to hurt me, I-I’m calling the police! I’ll get them to arrest him and put him behind bars again!”Marcus exerted more force with his hand. The icy smile was scary.Yelena screamed from the pain. Her knees felt weak, and she knelt on the ground.“The Jenners’ heiress calls someone a b*tch like she’s breathing. Aren’t you a little too mean?” Marcus scoffed and continued. “What? Are the Jenners so poor that they can’t afford mouthwash?”He threw her out as soon as he was done speaking. Yelena slammed hard

Cordelia paused her speech, followed by a sigh.“To be honest, I have no idea who Carter’s dad is either. I only remembered that when I was seven, my mom went out after dollying up. She got the neighbor to watch me before leaving, and she was gone for a month.“I thought she abandoned me. Just when I was in despair, she came back. She was as beautiful as she headed out, but there was no longer light in her eyes, l-like a zombie wandering the streets. She would not respond to me no matter what I said to her.“Then she gave birth to Carter.” Cordelia’s voice was getting lower. “Dad flew into a rage and gave her a scolding. The day they fought, I saw her laughing at my dad. The peals of laughter were terrifying. I feel a chill running down my spine whenever I recall it.“That day, dad left a check, and he never came back. We only had a rushed meeting before I got married.” Cordelia scoffed and chuckled. “I guess he gave the check to cut ties with me and my mom.”Marcus sat beside her

The corners of Marcus’ lips twitched.Cordelia looked at him in worry. She was worried that Marcus had gotten together with those dodgy inmates from the past and resorted to some dubious tricks to force William into buying this place for her.Even if they succeeded in coercing him for now, there would be endless troubles after this. She honestly did not wish for Marcus to get into unnecessary trouble anymore.“Are you worried about me?” Marcus’ gaze was deep, but his smile was carefree. “Don’t worry. It’s completely legit. I promised you I wouldn’t get into trouble, so I will keep my promise.”“But someone like my father…”“I got a lawyer,” Marcus said nonchalantly. “I got to know him since… I was in jail. He often gives legal assistance to inmates. He is a nice guy and has helped me a lot after I’ve gotten out too.”“Oh, I see.” Cordelia was finally relieved. “Then we should thank him properly! Why don’t we invite him home for a meal?””No need for now. Mr. Constable is kind

Marcus paused and followed her gaze.Yelena had come to the same boutique somehow and was watching the two of them mockingly, occasionally scoffing.Cordelia tugged Marcus to leave, but Yelena was faster in blocking their way.“Oh, what a coincidence!” Yelena snorted. “Looks like you are having a good time at work. Gotten a promotion and a raise? That you could take my dear brother-in-law to a luxury boutique like this for shopping!“Oh yeah, does the new place feel great to live in? Hah, please, have a good time living there. Dad spent a lot of effort picking it out!”Cordelia could recognize the sarcasm in her words. When she looked up at Yelena, the hatred in the latter’s eyes was like she wanted to rip her apart.“Yeah, Mr. Father-in-law is pretty nice to us.” Marcus smiled and put Cordelia behind him. “Not only did he choose a good place, but the property deed also has Cordelia’s name! As for someone else, she probably has to look for a new place as her studio. One can’t pos

Cordelia assumed that Marcus would hug her and keep her in his warm and secure embrace, but seconds ticked by, and she did not get the sense of security she anticipated.She widened her eyes when she saw Marcus actually approaching Giselle and extending a hand!Cordelia’s heart thumped, and all her blood seemed to be rushing to her head.“See? Men are realistic too.” Someone snickered. “Ms. Lawler doesn’t have a good reputation, but she’s a real heiress. How could Cordelia compare to her?”“Sigh, her own husband’s helping another woman in public… Cordelia’s so pitiful. She treasures the man so much, but now…”“That’s why you can’t dote on men!”Cordelia’s mind went blank as she stood frozen, feeling a pang in her heart.“Honey, you—”“Darling, you nearly injured Ms. Lawler.” Marcus smiled and turned to Giselle. “Are you okay?”Surprised at the affection, Giselle quickly caught Marcus’ hand.“Of course, I’m fine now with your concern!” Giselle smiled widely. “Handsome, let’s d