Chapter 170

An hour had passed when Kendra’s eyes fluttered open.

Her forehead now sported stitches and was neatly bandaged.

The blood she had lost left her complexion ghostly and gave her an air of vulnerability.

Benny’s earlier fury had faded.

Clasping her hand, he inquired, his voice laced with worry, “Kendra, how are you feeling?”

Tears welled up in Kendra’s eyes once more.

She averted her gaze, refusing to look at him.

“Why do you bother with me if you don’t trust me?” she murmured through her sobs, her voice barely above a whisper.

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Guilt washed over Benny, and he blamed himself.

“I overreacted earlier and said things I shouldn’t have.

Ever since I heard about your visit to the gynecologist and got that message about the abortion, I’ve been on edge, so…”

Kendra’s tears didn’t stop.

Gently, Benny stroked her hand.

“I’ve decided.

We’ll get a maid to help with the chores.

You’ll stay home and focus on the baby, no need to step out unless it’s necessary.

”

A pang of fear struck Kendra.

Was he planning to confine her at home?

She faced him, disbelief coloring her tone.

“Benny, do you really not trust me?”

“It’s not about trust.

It’s just too risky out there.

I can’t bear the thought of something happening to you.

You do want to have this baby safely, right? Then please, do as I say.

”

Benny was unsure who to trust anymore.

He decided that once the baby arrived, he’d get a paternity test to settle things.

Until then, he planned to keep a close watch on Kendra, just in case.

Kendra, meanwhile, was hiding her agitation.

She nodded in agreement to Benny’s plans, trying to seem calm to put him at ease.

After Benny had left, Kendra hurriedly brought Shelia aside and asked with urgency, “Where is Jacob now? I hope he’s not making a big deal out of tonight’s events.

”

Kendra’s hopes were now pinned on Shelia.

If Shelia married into the Perry family, Kendra could finally be free of Benny and live the life she wanted.

Shelia reassured her with a comforting grip, “Jacob had to rush out for work after a call came in.

But don’t worry.

He didn’t get suspicious.

In fact, he thinks Lindsey is the troublemaker.

”

Hearing this, Kendra’s tension eased.

“So, how are things between you two? Have you discussed marriage?”

Shelia’s mood dipped.

“It’s not happening yet.

Jacob’s a playboy.

He’s always surrounded by women.

But now, I’m the one he’s officially with.

”

Kendra patted Shelia’s hand and said, “You’re smart to see it that way.

It’s not unusual for wealthy men to play the field.

But being his wife is what counts.

That’s what secures a woman’s future.

”

Shelia agreed, “I understand, mom.

Don’t worry about me.

You should rest.

” Shelia gave a nod, trying to seem compliant, yet her gaze quickly turned cold and vicious.

“Lindsey’s the reason for all your troubles! I won’t let her off the hook!”

Kendra quickly intervened, “Right now, you need to focus on locking down your marriage to Jacob.

That’s what matters.

Leave Lindsey to me.

Don’t stir up any more trouble.

”