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“Why do you think so?” Hackett inquired as he fixed his gaze on Simon, who appeared far from naive.
“To be able to investigate matters regarding Valeria, was someone intentionally manipulating the situation?” Hackett pondered.
Simon smiled, visibly impressed by Hackett’s query as he thought, “No wonder he is head over heels in love with Valeria,”
“Hackett, do you think your intelligence has waned due to love, or has Valeria already influenced you? Can’t the two DNA tests from Creyque and Emmerick serve as evidence? Why do you still seek my confirmation?” Simon responded with exasperation. He had grown weary of being repeatedly questioned by Valeria and had presented ample evidence.
Now harboring doubts, Hackett had pushed Simon to his limits despite his otherwise good temper.
Hackett stated, “It appears you are unaware of Valeria’s past. Let me enlighten you. Five years ago, Valeria and I got married, although it was a discreet ceremony known to very few. Nonetheless, we were indeed wed. After a year of marriage, we divorced, and she was already pregnant by then. She went to Emmerick for four years, where she gave birth to the child before returning with the baby. So, may I inquire, where could she have found time to be with you? I don’t doubt something happened to you, and I sympathize with that, but you may have the wrong person.”
Hackett clarified that he did not suspect Simon was lying. Indeed, there was a woman who had entered Simon’s life, become pregnant, and given birth. However, he staunchly believed that this woman was not Valeria.
“I understand you are seeking to clear Valeria’s name. But how do you explain these two paternity tests?” Simon commented.
Simon, who was not a smoker, lit a cigarette solely in light of the present situation’s demands.
He had initially anticipated a straightforward trip to Creyque to retrieve the child or bring Valeria along. However, Hackett had suddenly appeared, complicating everything.
“It’s all a ruse. I think you might have incurred someone’s wrath, or why else would they go to such lengths against you?” Hackett pondered as he exhaled a cloud of smoke. The weight on his shoulders had gradually lightened as he realized that this matter was unrelated to Valeria.
He did not believe that anything had occurred between Valeria and Simon. But after confirming it in person, he could not hide his satisfaction.
“Why do you call it a ruse?” Simon inquired.
“Because I am the child’s father,” Hackett responded with unwavering confidence.
Simon said, “Then, show me the DNA test results.”
Hackett James chuckled and said, “Do I even need to provide DNA test results? Haven’t you seen my son? Doesn’t he resemble me?”
“Not exactly. I think he resembles me,” Simon replied.
Upon hearing this, Hackett was at a loss for words and silently cursed, “Fuck, how stubborn is he.”
Hackett stood up and said, “It seems we cannot continue this conversation. Must I provide DNA test results to end this harassment?”
Simon remained silent but kept his gaze fixed on Hackett, his eyes full of determination.
Hackett nodded and said, “Very well. I will have the DNA test conducted, and I will show you the results. I am leaving now.”
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Communication with Simon had become futile, so Hackett had opted to let the facts speak for themselves. Furthermore, he wanted to avoid any physical confrontation with Simon, particularly since the James Group had numerous business collaborations with the Lawrence family abroad.
Hearing Hackett’s retreating footsteps, Simon extinguished the garette, leaned back on the couch, and narrowed his eyes slightly.
The situation was growing increasingly complex. All the leads Simon had investigated pointed to the woman from that night being Valeria, and the DNA test had indeed confirmed the child’s paternity.
However, Valeria continued to deny it, and Hackett James vehemently refused to doubt his partner.
Back at the Maddox family, Valeria’s family anxiously waited.
They were unaware of the outcome of Hackett’s conversation with Mr. Lawrence. Valeria could sense that Lawrence was not an easy adversary. Besides, Hackett had a fiery temper, and any escalation could lead to an all–out confrontation.
Besides, Hackett had a fiery temper, and any escalation could lead to an all–out confrontation.
Suddenly, the bedroom door was pushed open.
Suddenly, the bedroom door swung open. Lying on the bed, Valeria looked up to see Hackett had returned.
She instinctively sat up, her face brimming with anticipation, and inquired, “How did it go?”
Hackett, who appeared highly impatient, removed his suit jacket, flung it onto the end of the bed, and angrily exclaimed, “I have to undergo a DNA test for that gentleman!”
“What? Did he also request a DNA test from you?” Valeria deduced immediately and remarked, “I understand now. I made him undergo two DNA tests, and he’s likely grown weary of it, venting his frustration on you.”
Hackett reclined on the bed, pulled Valeria into his arms, nestled in her neck, and savored her faint, clean fragrance. He declared, “It doesn’t matter. If a DNA test can rid us of this jinx, it’s the simplest solution.”
Valeria smiled helplessly and lowered her head to examine the man’s straight nose and thick eyelashes. She reached out and caressed his cheek, stating, “Mr. Ex–husband, you’ve worked hard.”
The term “Mr. Ex–husband” grated on the ears.
The man’s countenance darkened instantly, and he sat up, gazing at the woman in his embrace. “When can we change that title? I dislike it; it’s unsightly.”
Valeria concurred, “All the truthful titles are unsightly.”
Hackett remarked, “Then tell me a beautiful lie.”
Valeria responded, “Regrettably, I don’t know how to fabricate beautiful lies.”
The man chuckled helplessly and lightly brushed her nose. “Valeria, how did I not realize how captivating you are?”
dull.” She retorted, “That’s because the old you never bothered to know me truly. Hence, you
found me
The old her had consistently revolved around Hackett, losing her individuality, resembling a submissive woman sequestered in a deep boudoir.
Hackett unexpectedly found himself at a loss for words and casually suggested, “Let’s take Alex out for some fun tomorrow. It’s been a while since we’ve had an outing with him, and he’s been complaining for some time.”
“Are you still in the mood to take him out? Aren’t you concerned about unforeseen events?” Valeria said.
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Simon had been surveilling them, and he might attempt to seize the child at any moment. Leisure was a luxury they couldn’t afford at this juncture
Hackett toyed with her delicate fingers, brought them to his lips and gently nibbled. He mused, “Your future husband isn’t a pushover. You don’t need to fret so much.”
“Future husband… this irritating man,” Valeria muttered inwardly
“Go to sleep; I’m heading to bed too.” Valeria pushed the man away, no longer wanting to engage with him, and withdrew her finger.
Hackett suggested, “Where are you going? Stay here; it’s not easy to enter, and even harder to leave.”
“What kind of logic is that?” she responded, genuinely contemplating throttling the man.
“Valeria, don’t keep pushing me away; I can grow weary of initiating everything,” the man’s gentle tone carried a hint of playfulness.
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