However, before Sandra's lips could even touch Hendrix's, he latter shoved her away. He used so much force that she stumbled back several steps before finally steadying herself.

She looked up at him. "Rix..."

"It seems you really have a poor memory." Hendrix gazed at her coldly. "I'll give you one more chance. Are you going to tell me or not?"

Sandra sat down on the floor and looked up at him without trace of fear in her eyes.

Hendrix suddenly laughed. "Fine. Have it your way."

With that, he turned to leave.

As soon as his back was turned to her, Sandra suddenly said "It was my father who planned all of it." Her words made Hendrix stop in his tracks, Slowly, he turned around.noveldrama

Sandra looked at him with red-rimmed eyes. "He did it because my mother's condition is really bad, but Noelle refused to go through with the kidney donation. So, my father had no choice but to do it."

Hendrix didn't reply, but his expression darkened instantly. He couldn't help but clench his hands into fists as veins on his forehead began to bulge one after another. Even so, he said nothing. He merely gave Sandra a cold, piercing look before turning and walking away.

The lawyer was waiting just outside the door. When Hendrix abruptly flung the door open and strode out, lawyer was momentarily stunned before quickly following him.

"Mr. Freeman!" he called out.

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Inside the room, Sandra remained unmoving on the floor. After a while, she slowly stood up and walked over to the opposite side of the room to retrieve a hidden pinhole camera.

She began scrolling through the footage. Finally, she found the shot she wanted-the moment she rose onto her tiptoes, leaning in to kiss Hendrix.

Due to the angle, it wasn't clear whether their lips had actually touched. But to anyone looking at the photo, it would undoubtedly appear to be an intimate kiss.

Sandra couldn't help but smile.

At this time, Noelle wasn't supposed to have any visitors, but Hendrix had pulled a lot of strings. Eventually, managed to bring the lawyer with him to see her.

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Surprisingly, Noelle seemed to be doing relatively well, but this was only limited to her emotional state. When she saw Hendrix, there wasn't much surprise on her face. She even gave him a slight nod.

Hendrix couldn't help but frown when he saw her gaunt cheeks and the dark hollows beneath her eyes. "Thank you for coming to see me," Noelle said to him.

Hendrix took a deep breath before speaking again, saying, This is the lawyer I found for you. If there's anything

"That won't be necessary. I already have a lawyer," interrupted Noelle. "He's already explained everything to me. I was acting out of self-defense,

the issue isn't too serious. But I still appreciate your concern, Mr. Freeman."

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Her words were polite, almost overly so. It was as if she were addressing a stranger.

Hendrix pressed his lips into a tight line, and just as he was about to say something, Noelle spoke again, "And I don't want to leave for now. I know that people outside are probably talking about me, right? So.... I think I'm better off staying here. At least I don't have to face all those judgmental stares here.'

Hendrix tightened his lips and said, "I'll help you bury the news about you.

"There's no need, Mr. Freeman. After all, those are the facts. But of course, if this situation affects you in any way, feel free to do as you wish. Just don't bother finding me a lawyer. I'm truly sorry that marrying me has become a stain on your life. So, let's just end everything between us here.

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