Chapter 75: Perfect Day for Beating Up Cheaters and Mistresses
Marcus had just resolved the issues in the medical department and was about to relax when the PR department informed him he was trending online.
Everyone in Wilsons‘ upper management knew Gemma was the real Mrs. Wilson.
In the entertainment world, though, truths and rumors mingled, and casual gossip didn’t matter much. Marcus himself didn’t care, so naturally, no one else would.
But this time, it had blown up.
“Max, have you seen the news online?”
Mabel ran in, crying.
Her eyes were brimming with tears, her face full of grievance.
“Who’s spreading these lies?!”
She threw herselfino Marcus‘ arms.
“Even though you’re divorced from Gemma now, you and I haven’t gotten married yet. If this gets out, my career will be ruined”
Big, fat tears rolled down her cheeks.
It soaked his white shirt
“Max, when are we getting married? I can skip the wedding g for now, but I don’t want to live in fear like this anymore.”
Mabel had always seemed understanding and considerate.
She’d never brought this up on her own
But now, under the pretense of being “provoked by the sudden online uproar, she pretended to let it slip in a moment of emotional vulnerability.
To Marcus, the whole thing didn’t seem like a big deal.
He hadn’t even considered clarifying it publicly.
Hadn’t similar things blown over before?
“The internet forgets quickly. This will pass in a few days.”
Mabel’s heart sank.
She had tolerated Marcus‘ indifference when they weren’t in a relationship, but now they were sharing a bed. How could he
still not caret
“Max”
She seemed calmer now, tears hanging on the edge of her lashes, ready to fall.
“Did you see the video online? I ran into Gemma at the hospital today
She said…”
“What did she say?” Marcus‘ face darkened, his hands gripping her shoulders tightly.
Mabel winced from the pain, her tears falling faster. “She said she’d make me pay, that she’d ruin my reputation and make my life unbearable.
Marcus, do you think this online drama was orchestrated by Gemma!
If she pieces together the timeline and accuses me of being the other woman, IL”
She broke into sobs.
“Even if I say we only got together after your divorce, no one will believe me.
How am I supposed to stay in the industry after this?”
Seeing that Marcus still wasn’t moved, Mabel clung to his neck, crying softly but persistently,
Chapter 75. Perfect Day for Brating Up Cheaters and Mistresses
Marcus, visibly frustrated, tried to push her away, but she held on tight, refusing to let go.
He gave up.
“She won’t dare.
And even if she does. I’ll protect you
Mabel wasn’t satisfied.
Wasn’t that just a bunch of empty promises?
“But Gemma looked terrifying today. I think she..”
Marcus interrupted her with a faint smile. “How much influence and connections does she have? Do you really think she can stir anything up online
to it.
This trending topic is only getting attention because your name is attached to
If she’s relying on herself to drive traffic–ha, good luck with that?”
Mabel froze.
“Max, are you saying Gemma did this on purpose, to warn you and
Marcus nodded.
He knew Gemma too well.
Even when she was furious, she wouldn’t let anyone else steal his attention.
Blowing this up online meant all eyes would be on them.
For someone like Mabel, a public figure, avoiding interaction with him was the only way to escape further scrutiny. He smirked internally.
First, Gemma had caused a scene at the company, targeting the smallest department as a warning shot
Now, she was leveraging online scandals to keep him in check.
Her goal was clear,
He quickly messaged the butler at his villa, instructing him to stay vigilant and keep anyone away from Ali..
Marcus hadn’t had time to visit home recently due to work
If Ali, missing his parents, got swayed by Gemma, things could take a turn.
If Ali started to favor Gemma alone, his parents at the family estate might compromise.
Marcus closed his eyes, memories of past family conflicts resurfacing.
Gemma had often complained about his mother’s overbearing ways and sharp tongue.
But Marcus had always brushed it off, saying, “Mom means well,” “She’s under a lot
lot of stress,”
Gemma would cry but always held back her emotions
or That’s
just how she
he is.
Over time, Marcus stopped paying attention.
Now, her antics at the company and attempts to involve Ali were just her way of venting
It annoyed him.
They were family–why did she have to act like it was a life–or–death battle?
“Max, why does she think she has the right to warn me! You’re divorced!”
Mabel’s voice interrupted his thoughts.
He realized he hadn’t fully explained the divorce to her yet.
Forget it.
If he tried to explain, Mabel would bombard him with questions and probably throw a tantrum.
Why bother?
“She probably can’t accept being abandoned.”
Chapter 73 Perfect Day for Beating Up Cheaters and Mistresses
He dismissed her concerns lightly.
“Stop crying and go rest. I’ll take you to dinner after work.”
Mabel hesitated. “But Gemma-”
“This won’t affect you, I promise!”
“Fine.”
Although Mabel hadn’t achieved her goal of securing a marriage certificate, she had gotten
leave it at that.
After she left, Marcus went to Cedric for Gemma’s new number.
his assurance and decided to
Despite his anger and frustration, even his fleeting thoughts of ruining Gemma, deep down, he knew her actions stemmed
from love turned to hate.
She still hadn’t let him go.
So, he decided to give her another chance.
To his surprise, instead of ignoring his call, Gemma picked up right away.
“What” now, Mr. Wilson?” |
Her mocking tone grated on his nerves. Rubbing his temple, he said, “I can let go of what you did at the company.
And you don’t need to involve Ali–my parents can’t handle the stress.”
Gemma, busy organizing evidence, was completely confused.
What was he even talking about?
“Gemma, we don’t need to drag this out.
What you did at the company..I could’ve taken half your life for that and still been merciful.
But I don’t want to hurt you.
If you stay home quietly, I won’t pursue this further.”
Gemma hit the record button on her phone.
One more piece of evidence wouldn’t hurt.
“Me aren’t you married to Ms. Johnson now? Maybe you called the wrong person.
“I’ve told you,” Marcus said impatiently. “You don’t need to worry about her. She’ll never threaten your position as Mrs
Wilson.”
“So you’re admitting Mabel is your mistress?”
Marcus‘ silence was confirmation.
Gemma burst into laughter.
“Good thing I checked today’s horoscope. It’s perfect for dealing with scumbags and mistresses!”
