Second Chance: Marrying into Wealth Chapter 76

I opened my mouth.

I wanted to explain, but I immediately closed it again.

I carefully organized my words. The question I just asked made the atmosphere between us a bit strange, as if I had some expectations and he had other reasons for helping me.

To others, it might sound a bit ambiguous.

"Mr. Collins, that's not what I meant. Don't misunderstand me. I just feel that because of my parents' little affection, you have helped me so many times, saving me from danger. I am really too grateful to you, beyond words, so I spoke a bit incoherently. I am just sincerely thankful to you."

I slightly organized my words to explain.

But no matter how I said it, I felt it was getting more and more confusing, and I immediately felt a bit frustrated and lowered my eyes.

I still noticed Christopher's gaze on me for several seconds before he looked away. His voice was cold, "What misunderstanding could I have!"

Why did it sound like he wasn't very happy?

Christopher continued, "You don't need to worry too much about the follow-up matters. Just focus on recovering. Jason will handle everything. If things go smoothly, the trial will start soon."

My eyes lit up. This was the best result I wanted. "Yes, I also hope this matter can be resolved as soon as possible."

Unexpectedly, my words immediately brought a cold and displeased look from Christopher, with a hint of a cold laugh.

"So that's the reason you risked your life?"

I could even feel the air around us getting colder.

I could vaguely see a bit of helplessness and disdain in his eyes. "Melinda, are you stupid for getting married? Do you know you almost died at that time? If Lawrence had been a bit faster, you would be dead, and you wouldn't be here talking to me."

What could I do?

He was lecturing me, speaking very directly and harshly, but it was because he cared about me.

And Christopher was also my savior, so I could only humbly accept his lecture with my head down.

Recalling the danger at that time, I should have been terrified. Lawrence's crazy punches were as dense and dangerous as raindrops. If he had held my head down in the swimming pool for a bit longer, I would have suffocated and died.

But strangely, when I think about it now, I am not that scared.

I feel very calm inside.

Is it because I achieved my goal, and Lawrence was successfully put in jail, or because Christopher is my savior, so I feel a sense of security?

Christopher saw my obedient look and laughed angrily, "Last time I lectured you, you also pretended to be obedient! Melinda, you are good at this, but deep down, you are more stubborn than anyone. But Melinda, your life is more precious than Lawrence's. What is he worth that you would risk your life to force him to confess?

If your parents knew you didn't cherish yourself, they wouldn't be at peace in heaven. Don't do things that make your loved ones suffer and your enemies happy. Those who care about you will be heartbroken!"

Christopher's words made my eyes slightly red.

I was a bit moved.

And I thought of my parents.

He was right. How could Lawrence's life compare to mine? But he was responsible for three lives: my parents' and my unborn child's.

Christopher saw my expression and probably considered my health, so he didn't say anything more and left coldly.

When he saved me, I heard he postponed a business trip to see a client to make it in time, and he stayed by my side until I woke up.

So he had a lot of things to deal with afterward, and I didn't see him again until I was discharged from the hospital.

During my recovery, most of the time, Paula and Fallon accompanied me.

They occasionally talked to me, brought some flowers to cheer me up, and discussed some case-related matters. Although it was a bit boring, at least there was hope.

Until I was about to be discharged, Fallon brought me some news.

But it wasn't good news.

When I was about to be discharged, Paula naturally came to accompany me.

I felt much better after almost a month of rest, but Paula insisted that I was still weak. She helped me pack my few belongings.

Fallon came in at that moment.

"It looks like you're almost recovered and ready to be discharged?" Fallon spoke more casually after getting familiar with me.

I nodded, "I can't wait to leave. I hope I never have to come back to this place."

Of course, no one wants to come to the hospital.

But in the past few months, I had been to the hospital countless times, and it felt like bad luck. Plus, the smell of disinfectant was really unpleasant, and I couldn't wait to leave.

I saw Fallon holding some documents, so I knew she had something to tell me.

So after Paula checked us out, we quickly left the hospital and got into the car.

For comfort, Paula specially arranged a luxurious and spacious car to pick me up.

So the three of us sat in the back seat, facing each other.

Fallon handed me a document, "Read this first."

I quickly scanned through it. It was Evan's testimony, but unfortunately, it wasn't a testimony that could add more charges to Lawrence. On the contrary, it could help reduce some of Lawrence's charges.

Because in his testimony, Evan took full responsibility for the child's deformity.

But it wasn't because of drugging. The reason he gave was a professional mistake as a doctor.

Whether it was intentional or an accidental mistake was hard to determine. Evan insisted it was his mistake, and even the police couldn't find any loopholes for now.

"Evan is very proactive in admitting his guilt and has even offered to pay any compensation needed. As for the punishment he deserves, he is willing to accept it."

Fallon explained.

I passed the testimony to Paula to read.

I had expected this result, which was why Vance suggested I give up on this lead.

I frowned and didn't speak immediately.

Fallon saw my mood and could only helplessly explain the reason for this result, "Evan was transferred to a private hospital, then the child's issue was detected, and he suddenly went abroad, claiming it was for further studies. But anyone with a bit of knowledge would know he had planned his escape route long ago.

They did everything flawlessly, and finding more useful evidence would be very difficult.

Moreover, Evan is now not just studying abroad. At this critical time, he has become a legal citizen of Avalonia and immigrated there. Even if we have suspicions, investigating it would be a hassle with all the procedures, and it would take too long, which wouldn't benefit you."

Fallon's meaning was basically to give up on Clara's lead.