Chapter 1033
Substitutee Marriage: Fallingg For My Ugly Wifee
âWhat is your solution, then? Iâve heard that he survived a recent poisoning attempt that nearly cost him
his life. If I identify the perpetrator behind this, they shall meet their end.â
Claudiaâs mention of Marcusâ recovery served to preempt any ill- intentioned schemes.
Jonahâs mocking facade momentarily froze. With a tentative glance at Bruce, he queried, âIs that so?â
âHumph!â
Claudia emitted a snort, her expression unyielding, leaving her words unspoken.
Jonah, discerning her intention, refrained from pushing his luck.
âFreyja, accompany Mrs. Thomas home. Hospitals are a breeding ground for germs, not suited for the
elderly.â
Claudiaâs eyes met Freyjaâs, conveying her consent.
With that, Freyja gently guided Claudiaâs exit, leaving Jonah fuming in her wake.
The moment Claudia departed, Jonahâs temper spiraled, impelling him to yank at his tubes.
âEven in my present state, I canât rise from this bed, yet that wretched boy merely kneels for a moment.
Such blatant bias,â Jonah vented, anger seething.
Bruceâs brow furrowed as Jonahâs agitation intensified. The doctor had advocated rest and cautioned
against anger.
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Bruce traversed the room, summoning the doctor to reattach the tubes that Jonah had dislodged.
Jonah seized Bruceâs arm, eyes ablaze with frustration.
âBruce, eliminate Marcus now. Only his death can satiate my hatred.â
âDad, your recovery is our priority.â
Taking immediate action now would enrage Claudia further. Furthermore, Marcusâ heightened vigilance
left them with little chance of success; a gradual approach was necessary.
Jonahâs fury surged.
âThis vexes me incessantly. Marcusâ demise would alleviate my anguish.â Sensing Bruceâs hesitation,
Jonah discerned the need for an incentive.
Observing Bruce and Marcusâ shared upbringing and the burgeoning camaraderie they dubbed a
âbromance,â Jonah determined that the moment had arrived to unveil a concealed truth to Bruce.
As a precaution, Jonah aimed to forestall any undue gratitude his son might extend towards individuals
who hadnât earned such accolades.
âBruce, ever wonder why your grandmother holds Marcus in such esteem?
Youâre also her grandson, and your intellect is undeniable. Yet her favor eludes you.â
A wry smile crossed Jonahâs lips, accompanied by a complex emotion.