Chapter 1420: Chapter 1423 I’m Going To Marry Emma Off

Abel picked up the phone and enthusiastically greeted. “Uncle Maxwell”

“Abel, where are you and Emma?” Maxwell asked sternly.

Abel’s heart sank, and he quickly responded, “Didn’t I mention it earlier? After the trade fair, we have an appreciation dinner and stay at the company dormitory.”

Maxwell pressed further, “And what about Emma?”

Abel assured him, “She’s right here with me. She’s had a long day and is quite exhausted.”

“Abel,” Maxwell Louise id with a solemn tone. “Kimberly received a call claiming that the two of you booked a hotel room.”

Abel, taken aback, exclaimed, “What? Who’s spreading these false rumors?”

Maxwell cautinned, “There’s usually some truth behind rumors. Abel, I urge you to refrain from entertaining any inappropriate thoughts about Emma.”

Abel frowned. ‘How could that be? Nothing is going on between me and Emma, and we are at the company dormitory, not a hotel!”

Maxwell’s tone remained unyielding. “No matter where you are, you and Emma should return immediately.”

“But Uncle Maxwell.” Abel protested. Tve been drinking, and it’s unsafe for me to drive.”

Maxwell urged. As long as you re capable of driving, that’s not an excuse. Get back to me right away!

Kimberly is frantic after hearing the news.

Abel momentarily fell silent and finally relemed, saying, “Alright, I’ll bring Emma back immediately.

Emmeline awoke from her inebriated state and hastily changed her clothes before rushing downstairs with Abel. They arrived home at 11 p.m.

Meanwhile, Maxwell was on the couch, surrounded by swirling smuke, with an overflowing ashtray in front of him. In the bedroom, Kimberly leaned against the bedside, tears glistening in the corners of her eyes, her breath heavy, as though she had just had a heated argument with her husband.

“Mom, there’s no need to act this way,” Emmeline timidly addressed her mother. “Abel and I are okay.”

Kimberly looked at her daughter and sternly inquired, “Were you studying outside this week, or have you been with Abel dre entire time?”

Emmeline, felt her anxiety rise and hurriedly responded, “I was definitely in Magic City: the plane ticket is still in my bag!”

Kimberly remained skeptical, saying, “Why do I get the feeling that you’ve been spending time with Abel?”

Emmeline frantically retrieved the plane ticket from her bag and showed it to her mother. “Hass 1 Abel been staying at home these past few days?” she reasoned. “How could I have been with him?”

Kimberly persisted, “How can I be sure he didn’t leave in the middle of the night? I woke up early and haven’t seen him around!”

Emmeline patiently explained, “Abel goes to work around six, so you won’t see him then.”

“But what about tonight?” Kimberly walked a few steps into the living room and questioned Abel, “Did you and Emma book a hotel room?”

He shook his head, saying. “No, Aunt Kimberly, we didn’t. Why would I do that?” He reached out to hold Kimberly’s hand, but she shook it off.

“Emma is your sister, Kimberly said firmly. “She has a promising future ahead, with plans to marry and start a family. The entire neighborhood is watching, and if you ruin her, it will not only ruin Emma’s life but also disgrace our family”

Abel felt a tightening in his chest and responded somberly, “Aunt Kimberly, how could I ever consider such a thing?”

“Dad!” Emmeline, concerned, approached her father and asked, “What’s happening to Mom?”

Maxwell replied, “Perhaps… It’s schizophrenia.”

Emmeline sat on the floor, utterly bewildered, thinking. Oh, my poor mother!

Out of the bluc, Kimberly declared, I’m going to marry Emma off. This protects her from getting into trouble and being ridiculed by others.”

A heavy silence fell upon the room, and everyone held their breath.

“Mom.” Emmeline cautiously inquired, “What did you just say?”

“You’re twenty–one now,” Kimberly insisted. “You can obtain a marriage certificate, and you’re going to marry Albus!”

Emmeline felt her heart race and protested, “Mom, how can you make such a decision? I don’t even know this person, and I don’t like him!”

Kimberly remained resolute, asserting, “My choice is never wrong. This is the way it’s going to be.”

Abel intervened, reaching out to grasp Emmeline’s arm, saying, “Emma, come with me!”

Tears welled up in Emmeline’s eyes, and she shook her head vigorously, exclaiming, “No! Mom will be devastated!”

“Dad!” She kneeled before Maxwell, pleading, Please, tell me what I should do. Dad, save me!”