"Nonsense! Of course he is my baby's father. Who else could it be? The whole city knows bloody well Edward is the only man I've ever slept with!"
Luke had handed her the test results, but she didn't believed them for a single second. Edward didn't want to hurt Daisy and so he had forged the report to fool that stupid woman, who was too thick to see the truth. But it didn't mean that she, Jessica, would play their ridiculous game.
Tsk-tsk! Miss Lin, I think you of all people should know who the father is. Or have you slept with too many men that even you can't be sure, so you make Edward the perfect scapegoat?"
Rain sneered. If it was true that she hadn't slept with anyone except Edward, how could she get pregnant? She must think they were real idiots.
You..." Enraged, Jessica raised her hand and swung it at Rain's face. Never in her life had she been so vilely treated and Rain was the first one who dared throw insults in her face.
So are you getting angry because you feel guilty and ashamed? Trying to lash out at me?" Rain caught hold of her wrist firmly. Had she really thought about it before she acted? She couldn't expect him to stand there to take the slap, could she?
Let go of me! How dare you insult me like this?" Stung by his harsh words, Jessica felt the heat rise in her, her whole body trembling like a leaf in the wind.
Miss Lin, the only reason I show you any respect is because your father was my business partner for many years and I feel it a professional courtesy. But it doesn't mean you can do whatever you want."
Rain flung her hand away roughly, and a hint of disgust crossed his eyes. His pretty face was hard and tight, darkened with icy cruelty.
Don't take yourself too seriously. I don't need your revolting courtesy. It's an utter disgrace just to stand here with you."
Jessica staggered back a step and glared at this impassive man in front of her, her eyes blazing with anger. He was always a nobody to her and she never really honored him with a glance, but at that moment she couldn't help feeling a cold fear in her heart, although she had managed to put a bold face on.
That would be convenient for everyone. But do you really think you have any grace left in you?" Something flickered in Rain's eyes, then his lips curved to an elegant arc and his face broke into a wicked smile.
"Even on my worst day, we'll never be in the same league. How ridiculous to hear a bastard son talking about grace! You should never forget who you are and where you stand." Jessica gave him a triumphant smile. Did he truly believe he could hide his little secrets in the dark forever? Any private detective could easily dig into his past and bring his family tree to light. Indeed, he had the blood of a noble family, but his identity had never been admitted publicly. So he was just a bastard son with nothing to inherit and in no position to defy her.
In that case, let's save some time for both of us. Security! What are you waiting for? See her out." Rain had never tried to hide his identity and neither did he feel shame about it. He earned what he had and couldn't care less about what anyone else thought of him. There had been a time he felt frustrated and depressed, but he had learned to let it go. He hoped Jessica would be able to hold her head high several days after this, when anyone with a job would have more dignity than her.
Please, Miss Lin. Don't make this difficult." The security guards didn't dare to anger Jessica. Like any other normal men, they had a soft spot for beautiful women, not to mention this woman who had been their boss's lover for a long time. Yet they had to obey Mr. Xia's order to walk her out.
Out of my way! You plebs, don't you dare touch me! You're making a mistake, Rain, you will regret it. I will make you pay for this." Furiously, Jessica turned to leave, her teeth gritted and her eyes gleaming with malice.
You're right. Someone is going to pay the price. Let's just wait and see." Rain smiled blithely. He never liked this woman. She could threaten him all she wanted and he didn't bother to pay her any attention.
Mr. Xia, is it true Mr. Mu won't be in the office for awhile?" Anna asked as soon as Jessica took her leave, thinking about what Rain said to Jessica.
Has Aaron arrived yet? Get him and meet me at my office." Rain ignored her question and glanced over the room. All workers who had been waiting for his answer lowered their heads quickly and pretended to work.
He's here, I'll get him." Anna felt a vague sense of unease about his words, though she didn't know why.
Rain nodded briefly, and then strode toward his office with a mocking smile on his lips. Jessica flattered herself too much to think she was special to Edward. Edward was a walking pheromone; he attracted women like honey attracted bees. He was just using Jessica to get rid of those women. This was the only reason Edward kept her at his side for so long.
Tired, Rain sank into his chair, frowning. He had a pretty large workload already before taking over Edward's work. He was praying he would not work himself to death before Edward returned to work from the hospital. His musings were ended by a crisp rap on his door. The door opened, Anna and Aaron came in. Anna, of course, was the one who knocked. Aaron had Rain's character and in his opinion the door was only a tool to lock things away.
Make it quick. I have too much going on right now." Impatiently Aaron rolled his eyes at Rain, wondering what Rain was up to and why Rain summoned him all of a sudden.
Edward was seriously wounded yesterday, and he still in critical condition, Rain said in a calm tone, not caring how his words would surprise them.
Damn it Rain! That's not funny! For a moment Aarom didn't seemed to understand what Rain was saying. Rain's face betrayed no hint of a smile. Maybe he wasn't joking. But just a while ago, Aaron had received the bill from the auction, showing Edward had spent tons of money last night. How could he get hurt suddenly?