Chapter 293

Chapter 293:

Andrew stopped Madisyn and spread a mat on the grass. “There might be bugs in the grass.”

“Hmm.” Madisyn gave him a curious look. “You came prepared?”

“Always,” he replied with a grin.

They both stretched out on the mat. It had been ages since Madisyn had simply lain back and stared at the sky. The vast blue canvas above was captivating, with clouds drifting leisurely by, filling her with a sense of calm and tranquility.

After a while, they continued their stroll through the park. Being newly established, the park was nearly deserted. They walked for quite some time without spotting another soul. “Is this place that remote? Why am I not seeing anyone else around?” Madisyn asked, puzzled.

“It’s not remote, just newly built. Only invited guests are allowed in, so it’s quite exclusive,” Andrew explained.

Madisyn quickly caught on. An exclusive park? But the luxury of it all didn’t concern her. As they wandered deeper into the park, she marveled at how perfectly everything matched her tastes. Unable to contain her delight, she blurted out, “Andrew, I absolutely love this place.”

“Then come here often. You can even camp out if you want,” Andrew suggested with a smile.

As they ventured further, Madisyn realized the park was far bigger than she had imagined. There was a forest, a swing, and most importantly, the place was pristine—no overgrown weeds or pesky mosquitoes like in other parks.

By noon, Andrew had arranged for some supplies to be delivered for a barbecue. They started grilling lamb skewers, laughing and enjoying each other’s company. Madisyn relished the rare and precious peace.

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As dusk set in, casting fiery hues across the sky, Andrew glanced at Madisyn. “We should head back. There are more bugs at night, but once all the facilities are finished, we can spend the night here.”

Reluctantly, Madisyn agreed, and they made their way out of the park and went home.

Unbeknownst to them, a car was parked near their villas, and its occupants were watching their every move.

“Did you see that?” Courtney looked over at Jenna, whose eyes were fixed on Madisyn with simmering hatred. Courtney smirked, satisfied that Tatiana’s intel had been accurate. It seemed Jenna indeed harbored a grudge against Madisyn even stronger than her own.

“Yes, I saw,” Jenna replied, her voice dripping with bitterness.

“Her life is perfect.”

“Of course. She’s a Johns and now Andrew’s girlfriend. At this rate, she’ll marry Andrew, adored and envied by everyone,” Courtney said, painting a vivid picture of Madisyn’s seemingly perfect future.

Jenna envisioned a world where Madisyn was celebrated while she remained a shadowy, despised figure. The thought was infuriating. “How did it come to this? She had occupied my place for years, leaving me to struggle, and now she’s living this flawless life. Why does everything always work out for her?” Jenna’s voice trembled with hatred.

Courtney sighed, “Whether it’s luck or fate, that’s just how it is. And she’s only going to keep rising. I genuinely sympathize with what you’ve been through, which is why I invested in your family’s company. But despite my help, your family is still on the brink.”

Jenna’s eyes widened in shock. The idea of her family going bankrupt was unbearable. She’d be forced back into her old, miserable life, mocked and scorned by everyone around her. She looked at Courtney’s designer clothes and the sleek Maserati she drove—a world of luxury Jenna could only dream of. Realizing Courtney’s influence, she asked, “You’ve helped me a lot. You won’t let my family fall apart, will you?”

“I don’t want to see that happen, and I really do feel sorry for you. But my resources are stretched thin. If it weren’t for Madisyn… I might have been able to do more to keep your family afloat,” Courtney said, her voice heavy with regret.

“Madisyn? What did she do?” Jenna asked, clearly baffled.

“Let me be clear. I’m Madisyn’s cousin. The Johns Group used to give my family a dividend every year, but after Madisyn came back, they cut us off. The money I invested in your family’s company was from my personal funds. There’s nothing left to give.”

“Why would she do that?”

“Because she thinks we don’t contribute to the company and don’t deserve the dividend,” Courtney explained, frustration in her tone.

“But you’re part of the Johns family!”

“That’s true, but to her, it’s all about profit. My father had to join the Johns Group to fight for its leadership, but he’s not one for conflicts. I doubt he’ll outmaneuver Glenn unless something drastic happens to Glenn’s family and he gets distracted. Only then might my father have a shot at taking control,” Courtney said softly.

Jenna’s mind raced with possibilities. If something were to happen to Madisyn… The thought was unsettling. But if she killed Madisyn, she would have to go to jail!

“Jenna, I need your help,” Courtney said urgently, gripping her hand. “I know you hate Madisyn as much as I do. If you assist me, and my father manages to take control, I promise I’ll make sure your family is taken care of.”

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