Chapter 390
Chapter 390
Zachary locked the front door and pulled Serenity outside. As they walked, he explained, “My friend discovered that your brother-in-law is now at the Grand Hotel, which is owned by the Stone Group. I work at York Corporation, and the two companies aren’t on good terms. To avoid being recognized by anyone from the Stone Group, I painted half of my face black. Now, no one will be able to identify me p>
Serenity glanced at the birthmark he had drawn.
Even in a hurry, Zachary’s attention to detail was evident, showcasing his meticulous nature.
No wonder he was a white-collar executive at York Corporation.
Serenity finally understood Grandma May’s praise of Zachary as a very attentive man.
Of course, Zachary was only attentive when he cared about someone.
“Wash it off with soap and water when we get back later,” she suggested.
As Serenity ran a stationery bookstore, she knew how to clean marker stains from skin. Zachary wanted to ask her to help him remove the marker from his face, but he hesitated.
He felt a bit embarrassed.
If Grandma May had been there, she would have said, “What’s the use of your mouth if you don’t dare to speak p>
Josh would have chimed in, “Boss, just say it boldly p>
Meanwhile, Serenity, Zachary, and Mrs. Lane were busy with their tasks. Jessica had just ended a call with Liberty when she knocked on the bathroom door.
Jessica entered after Hank opened the door for her.
After a while, the two emerged from the bathroom together, with Hank carrying Jessica, her cheeks flushed. Anyone with a sense would realize what they had been doing in there.
Once they settled back onto the large bed, Jessica nestled into Hank’s arms and suddenly said, “Hank, I forgot to mention that your wife called p>
“Why are you asking me to go home now? I answered the call—do you think she’ll misinterpret our relationship p>
Upon hearing this, Hank pushed Jessica away, sat up straight, and said anxiously, “Why didn’t you mention this sooner p>
Jessica felt hurt by his reaction and replied, “I knocked on the door to tell you, but you distracted me… That’s why I forgot. Are you worried she’ll find out p>
Hank’s expression softened.
He harbored a strong dislike for Liberty. After the incident of domestic violence, they no longer shared a room, and Liberty refused to let him sleep with her even when he felt the urge.
He had long desired Jessica and was now feeling a bit greedy after finally being with her.
“Darling,” he said, quickly wrapping his arms around Jessica’s shoulders. Apologetically, he continued, “I’m sorry for my earlier reaction. I’m not afraid of Liberty finding out; in fact, I’m ready to divorce her at any moment. But Sonny is still very young. I mentioned before that my parents will help with pick-ups and drop-offs when he starts kindergarten. After that, I plan to divorce Liberty p>
“If she discovers this now, it will disrupt my original plan, which is why I was anxious p>
Hank spoke sincerely.
He hadn’t divorced Liberty immediately because he wanted to wait until their son was older and could start kindergarten, after which he intended to leave Liberty.
“You should go home now and explain everything to her so she doesn’t get the wrong idea about us,” Jessica urged, returning to her gentle and considerate demeanor.
Hank, however, was indifferent.
“So what if she misunderstands us? I don’t owe her any explanations,” he replied.
“And what if she finds us together p>
“So what? I’m disgusted by her ugly face. I’m a healthy and p>
A regular guy. Does she want me to remain abstinent? Jessica, I love you; you’re my one true love.” Hank embraced Jessica, offering her comfort. “Even if she does come over, I’ll make sure you’re safe. Plus, she won’t come here; it’s too late, and no one else is around to look after Sonny. She wouldn’t leave him home alone p>