The Crime Lord, the Wrong Bride, and My Return Novel

81.82 % Chapter 10 Wilson lurched across the deck toward me . In just a few days , his usual swagger had vanished . His eyes were bloodshot , his whole appearance wrecked . He grabbed my wrist and started pleading . " Laura , I was wrong , Gloria lied to me . I only realized now that you are the only one who ever truly cared about me . ' " These days in lockup , all I could think about was us . The person I have always loved most is you . " I took a step back and pulled some space between us . " Mr. Fred , keep your distance . If you keep this up , I will call security .

" He still wouldn't let go . There was a wildness in his eyes now . " Laura , listen . It does not matter that Gloria is pregnant . I can make her the second wife . You will always be the real Mrs. Fred , the one no one can replace . " His words did not move me at all . They only made my stomach turn . " Wilson , you've been acting like the underworld's top dog for so long . You've let the power go to your head . Do you really think you can have a string of mistresses and do whatever you please ? " He leaned closer , voice dropping . " If you really cannot stand her , that is fine .

Once the baby is born , I will bring the child back for you to raise and send her overseas . She will never show up in front of you again , I promise . " A laugh burst out from a nearby society wife . " Wilson , you've got a hide thicker than a rhinoceros . You are out on bail , right ? Keep running your mouth like that and you'll end up right back behind bars . " The color in Wilson's face shifted from pale to green . When he saw me watching him with nothing but a cold smile , he snapped and started spitting venom .

" You all mixing with this cheap reject I dumped in public , are you not worried she will tarnish your reputation and bring you nothing but bad luck ? " My expression went ice cold . I did not even have time to answer . A shadow flicked past my shoulder . Chapter 10 90.91 % There was a heavy splash . Wilson flew over the yacht's rail and hit the freezing water hard . Henson took out a folded handkerchief and calmly wiped his hands , looking down at Wilson flailing in the sea with a flat , detached gaze .

He waited until Wilson's struggles weakened , then finally nodded to the bodyguards to jump in and fish him out . Wilson collapsed onto the deck like a half - drowned dog , coughing and spluttering The society ladies crowded to my side , voices full of delight . " Laura , you really know how to pick a man . Colonel Klein is handsome and ruthless in all the right ways . " " Congratulations . You better invite us to that wedding . " Henson guided me away . " That was a shock . Let me get you something to eat so you can calm down. " The car took us to an upscale restaurant .

We had just stepped out and were heading for the entrance when a figure slipped out from the shadows and blocked our way . Henson moved in front of me at once . It was Gloria . Editorial Board Editorial Board Our editorial team works behind the scenes to refine each chapter, maintain consistency, and deliver the best reading experience.