Chapter 79
“What if that homewrecker was ruined–her face no longer beautiful, her figure gone to waste? Do you really think Mr. Lopez would still lavish his attention on her?” Bella whispered, her tone dripping with malice
Gwyneth cast a sidelong glance at Bella, instantly catching malice and venom in her eyes. “With Zachary gone, she’s not even bothering to hide her true colors anymore, Gwyneth thought,
Gwyneth remained silent, pretending to be intrigued as she fixed her gaze on Bella. Mistaking this for genuine interest, Bella leaned in and continued. “Someone like you, Mrs. Lopez, could easily hire a few people to take care of her for you.
“The streets at night are always so dangerous. What if she runs into some thug who likes her? If he violates her and disfigures that pretty face of hen. Do you really think Mr. Lopez would still want her then?
Gwyneth let out an amused chuckle. Under Rella’s eager gaze, she looked past her shoulder and called out, “Harrison, what do you think of this brilliant plant
Bella gasped in shock, following Gwyneth’s gaze as she turned around, only to find Harrison and Zachary standing side by side right behind her. She jumped up in fright, stammering incoherently, nearly biting her tongue, utterly at a loss for words.
“B–but Zachary, Mr. Lopez, 1-1 was just—”
Zachary yanked Bella aside forcefully, his eyes darting nervously between Harrison and Gwyneth. “Bella, what exactly were you saying to Mrs. Lopez?” To his surprise, both Harrison and Mr. Lopez looked calm and said nothing.
Zachary couldn’t gauge their reactions. Flustered, he hastily apologized and pulled Bella aside. “Don’t you think things are chaotic enough? What good is telling Mrs. Lopez about Gwyneth do–for Gwyned or our partnership with the Lopez Group? Bella, stop causing trouble.”
Hearing this, Bella knew there was no way out. She burst into tears and threw herself imo Zachary’s arms. “I’m not making a scene. I just know you love Gwyneth. No matter what Mrs. Lopez does, you’ll always protect her.
“It’s Gwyneth who stubbornly refuses to see reason. Only if Mrs. Lopez steps in and pushes her away will she finally come to her senses. If you and Gwyneth can be happy, I–I’ll go to Mr. Lopez and Mrs. Lopez and take the blame.
Zachary knew that once Bella fell into Harrison’s hands, there was no way she could escape unscathed. Besides, Bella’s ‘good intentions were for both him and Gwyneth. He hesitated for a moment, then relented. Forget it. You meant well.”
“Zachary, I’m sorry for troubling you.” Bella covered her mouth with a delicate cough, making it impossible for Zachary to
o scold her.
Sull, Zachary couldn’t shake the worry that Mrs. Lopez might actually barm Gwyneth after hearing Bella’s words. After much deliberation, he sealed Bella and then turned back to Harrison.
Harrison’s icy gaze swept over with palpable intensity. Under that pressure, Zachary turned to Gwyneth and explained. “The young lady Bella mentioned merely has a professional relationship with Mr. Lopez There’s nothing more to it. She means no harm.
I sincerely apologize for Bella’s harsh words just now, Mrs. Lopez. I also hope you won’t let any baseless gossip lead you to harm anyone undeserving
Gwyneth’s fingers clenched involuntarily on her lap. Every word Zachary said was meant to protect me. Is he afraid the so–called Mrs. Lopez might hurt me:‘ she thought.
The next moment, Harrison’s waran palm gently covered her trembling fingertips. “Since you’re apologizing on behalf of your companion,” he said soltly. Til accept this apology on my wife’s belull,”
Gwyneth suddenly realized no matter how much Zachary tried to protect her, he already had Hella by his side. With that realization, any flutter in her bean valushed in an instant.
Gwyneth gently took Harrison’s hand, turned to Zachary with a serene smile, and said. “Honestly, I don’t really mind whatever’s going on between that young lady and Harrison”
Zachary felt a sharp tab of pain as he saw their hands entwined. What is this is my sweet Gwennie really just a plaything for that couple?‘ he thought.
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