Chapter 253
Charlotte said, “I didn’t want to hurt these two kids at first. Ada exined that she had only intended to
cause a minor mishap, giving me the opportunity to save Matthew. But I didn’t expect the fire to be so
large that it burned down the entire kitchen. Whenever I think about itter, I feel petrified. I would have
felt guilty for the rest of my life if I hadn’t had the guts to run into the kitchen and save Matthew.”
Charlotte said so with a horrified expression.
Anna looked at her, paused for a moment, and then continued, “So, Ada did try to kill Matthew, and she
wanted everyone to believe that you were the murderer instead if that was the case. That way, Wayne
would know that I was being a bad parent and didn’t save Matthew. Also, she could get him killed. Even
if Wayne investigates the case, he will conclude that you are the murderer because you have no
evidence that Adamitted the crime. She was attending a film festival in another country when the
fire broke out”
Charlotte nodded thoughtfully and continued. “I’m sorry, it’s all my fault.”
Anna inhaled deeply and felt a shiver running down her spine. She knew that Charlotte was telling the
truth: Ada did seem like someone who would do this evil thing and nt it on her.
Anna thought, It‘s very likely that Ada had nned this alone and convinced Charlotte to help her. That
way, all my previous doubts can be proven well–founded.
Anna had previously felt puzzled as to why a wealthydy like Charlotte would conspire with the pastry
chef to murder two children. She also pondered why Charlotte would dash into the kitchen at thest
second to save Matthew. It was crystal clear that her weird actions would make her suspicious.
So, without even thinking about it, Anna trusted what Charlotte said to her. Moreover, she also knew
that Ada had the guts tomit a brutal crime like that.
Ada was not a wealthy youngdy like Charlotte, and she began working as an actor when she was 16
or 17. In the showbiz, she had met many strange people as well as witnessed many nasty deals.
Therefore, she was highly likely to do something like this.
Finally, Charlotte asked, “So, Anna, can you trust me now? I’ve been feeling very guilty since the
incident happened. Wayne may know the truth, but he refuses to discuss it with me. This sensation
makes me restless, and I don’t want to bear this anguish any longer. Anna, I want to do something to
get things back to the way they were.”
“So, you want Wayne and I to make up with each other?” Anna asked. “That’s exactly what I mean.”
Anna inhaled deeply. She was no longer wary of Charlotte at that point, and she leaned back in her
chair at ease.
She said, “Well, you should know that it’s impossible. Charlotte, I believe in what you just said to me.
Honestly, there are a lot of issues between Wayne and me. The truth about the kids isn’t the only thing
keeping us from taking our rtionship to the next level. Anyway, it’s not as simple as you think it is.”
“I think you should just tell Wayne about it. I know he adores you, and you know it as well. So, if he
finds out that you are his child’s mother and that he has a daughter, he will be overjoyed! Nothing can
stop you from being together in that case.”
Hearing Charlotte’s words, Anna knew she had it all figured out and was desperate for them to get
back together.
Anna wished she couldugh out loud after hearing Charlotte’s naive words, but she couldn’t. Then she
added, “Actually, I haven’t decided what to say to Wayne yet. But I have to tell him about it someday.
Could you keep it a secret till then for me?”
I had no idea that Wayne was the man who forced me to be his surrogate when we started
dating. If I had known who he was, I indeed wouldn‘t have fallen in love with him, Anna thought
Charlotte paused for a while before saying firmly, “Don’t worry, you can count on me. In fact, I have
hesitated whether to tell Wayne about this or not before. But I didn’t dare to tell him about it eventually.
If I tell him, he will definitely know about my deal with Ada. Although I believe Wayne knows that the fire
has something to do with me, I dare not tell him the truth. We couldn’t possibly be friends otherwise.”
Anna couldprehend her point of view and understand that everyone desired to be perfect in the
eyes of the person they loved.
Anna breathed a sigh of relief, pointed to the paper and said, “Okay, I’ll take this with me, then. Thank
you for taking me to lunch and helping me keep my secret, Charlotte.”
Charlotte pursed her lips and tapped the table with her fingers. She spoke anxiously, “In fact, I owe you
an apology. I went against you before because I thought I relied on him so much that I couldn’t leave
him. Later, I spoke with my therapist and asked for advice from my brother. And I’ve
finally got it all figured out. Please don’t hold grudges against me for what I’ve done to you before. I’m
deeply sorry, Anna Could you please forgive me?”
Anna chuckled and replied, “Okay, I forgive you.”
From Anna’s perspective,pared to Ada, who had done many horrible things, Charlotte had only
said some silly things.
Charlotte was arrogant because she was born into an affluent family and was spoiled by her parents.
She was not just good at her profession but also a lovelydy. However, she wasn’t good
at dealing with her rtionships with others. Her first marriage wouldn’t have been such a disaster if
she wasn’t a fool for love.
They enjoyed a surprisingly pleasant meal after they talked things through. “So, when are you going to
France?” asked Anna
Charlotte chuckled and asked, “Gee! Can’t you wait to kick me out? Anna, are you afraid I’ll back out?”
Anna rolled her eyes at her and said, “Oh, no! I’m just worried that someone might find out what you
did wrong before. Did Ada tell you to do what she said?”
Charlotte sneered at the mention of Ada and eximed, “Oh! Actually, I’m not scared of her at all.
She’s just a nobody. I’ll have my brother pick on her if I don’t like her. You know, it’s tough to be a
celebrity, and she’s too busy to meet and talk about our coboration’. By the way. I’m leaving at the
end of this month. You can see me off at the airport if you’re avable then. Wayne
will be shocked by us.”
Anna nodded and said, “No, I don’t think so. He’s always been very emotionally stable.” “Why not give
it a shot?”
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Peter set up the chess board in the living room. He and Wayne each sat on one side.
“Wayne, will you pick up the Wilsons and bring them to our houseter? I’m going to talk to them about
your engagement tonight.”
“Grandpa, I don’t even n on getting engaged to Charlotte,” Wayne said, sitting up straight
“Huh? Haven’t you and Charlotte been together for a long time? So, you must get married right away.
Only then will the Wilsons believe that we’re serious.”
Wayne ced a white piece on the board and blocked Peter’s move. He said, “Oh, forget it I’m not
going to get married to Charlotte. I said that at lunch because I was afraid you’d be embarrassed.
Actually, we’re just friends.”
Peter frowned, raised his head, and asked.” What do you mean? But that’s not what you said to me
before.”
“What did I tell you?” Wayne asked calmly.
Peter thought carefully and realized that he seemed to have been fooled. Although Wayne had been
seen with Charlotte recently, neither of them had publicly stated whether or not they were dating.
Peter tapped the table heavily, causing the pieces on the board to pop up and fall down.
He said thoughtfully, “That’s bullshit! I’m telling you, Wayne, don’t try to fool me! You must get married
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