The Return of His Unrivaled Ex-Wife by Zara Gibbon

Chapter 223

After a while, Bruce changed the topic once again, his tone becoming softer. “Name your conditions! What do I

have to do to make you give birth to this child?

*I, Bruce, am not the type to shirk responsibility. Since you’re pregnant with my child, I won’t evade the obligations

that come with it!”

“You don’t have to shoulder the burden!” Joanna helplessly responded.

He had shattered her life into pieces, but now she didn’t care anymore.

Joanna was never one for theatrics. She wouldn’t make a fuss about such matters, let alone cry and beg for

responsibility!

Bruce’s expression shifted. “No, you can be heartless towards the child, but I can’t!”

Joanna sneered, anger filling her.

“Bruce, you already have enough kids. Why are you so determined to make me have another one?

“I’ve already given birth to three children for you. And now Roxanne is pregnant, expecting twins!

“You should focus your energy and attention on her!”

Bruce’s lips twitched, his face growing even grimmer upon hearing this.

Though Roxanne was pregnant, he had never laid a hand on her. She got pregnant through dishonest means!

It disgusted him to the core!

But now Roxanne clung to him like sticky candy, impossible to shake off.

He couldn’t get rid of her!

“I don’t want to talk to you anymore. She is who she is, and

you are who

you are!

“Don’t mix the two of you up!”

Joanna stared at Bruce. “Let me think about it!”

“Alright, let me know when you’ve made up your mind!

“But you can’t make a decision that harms the child without consulting me. Take good care of yourself!”

“I understand!

“Okay!”

“Lilian, make sure to serve the freshest fruits every day!”

“Sure thing, Mr. Everet!”

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For three consecutive days, Bruce came over every day to keep Joanna company!

To let her rest, he brought the three children along cach day!

They would spend an hour together before sending the children back to the Everett mansion!

Even though they could only have an hour together each day, Joanna’s heart found great comfort in it!

She had been busy with work and hadn’t been able to spend quality time with her children for a long time. Now,

having an hour with them every day made her feel content.

Roxanne had been living in Sherane Bay Villa for many days.

However, Bruce didn’t visit her even once.

On this day, Roxanne couldn’t resist the pull of the Everett mansion.

The children were under its roof, and she knew Bruce would undoubtedly make an appearance to see them after

work.

“Ms. Haynes, howdy!” one of the servants greeted.

“Has Bruce finished work yet?” Roxanne inquired.

“Yes!” the servant replied.

“Oh, what about the three kids? I brought ‘em some toys!” Roxanne mentioned.

Although deep down, Roxanne harbored a burning desire to throttle Joanna Haynes’s three kids, she had to

maintain a facade.

The servant responded truthfully, “They were taken away by Mr. Everett!”

“Where did he take them?” Roxanne inquired.

“I don’t know!” the servant responded.

Upon hearing this, Roxanne’s heart sank, and an overwhelming sense of foreboding engulfed her.

“Fantine, come over here. I need to ask you something.” Roxanne called out to one of the servants.

Fantine glanced around, ensuring nobody was paying attention, and quietly entered the room with Roxanne.

Once inside/Roxanne couldn’t help but ask, “What has Bruce been up to lately?”

Fantine was the first servant that Roxanne had bribed, and she often discreetly relayed information.

“Ms. Haynes, don’t overthink it. Taking care of the pregnancy is more important!” Fantine replied.

Tell me the truth!” Roxanne insisted.

Fantine hesitated for a moment and lowered her voice. “Ms. Haynes, I’ve heard some troubling news lately!”

Roxanne was shocked and quickly asked, “What news?”

I heard that Ms. Joanna hasn’t been seen at the company for a few days!”

“What does her presence at the company have to do with me?” Roxanne questioned.

“I heard Mr. Everett took her to Reagan No. 8 Residence!” Fantine revealed.

“What?” Roxanne’s

eyes

widened.

“I also heard that she seems to be pregnant. Mr. Everett has hired several servants to attend to her during the

Fantine added.

pregnancy!”

The news struck Roxanne like a mighty blow.

She had gone to great lengths to separate them, even resorting to the unthinkable act of ending Margaret’s life!

And now, they were reunited so soon.

”

“What did you say? That wicked Joanna is pregnant!” Roxanne exclaimed.

“It appears so. I heard it from the servants over there!” Fantine confirmed.

Roxanne’s face fell with anger.

“Joanna Haynes. you damn bitch! You’re unbelievably fortunate!

“The heavens smile upon you, bestowing yet another child!

“I’ve schemed and toiled relentlessly, only to be left empty–handed!”

No wonder Bruce had been absent these past few days.

He had been with Joanna Haynes!

“Joanna Haynes, Bruce Everett, I won’t let you have your way!”

Consumed by rage, Roxanne stormed out of the Everett mansion, vowing to ensure their path wouldn’t be smooth.

As soon as she settled into the car, her phone began to ring.

Beep beep beep!

Roxanne let out a frustrated sigh as she picked up the call, “Hello, who is it?”

“Ms. Haynes, you’ve got a lot on your mind and tend to forget things!” came the voice on the other end.

“You are…” Roxanne trailed off.

“It’s Kensley Leach!” replied the caller, Kensley.

Upon hearing this, Roxanne held her breath and quickly motioned for the car to stop.

She stepped out of the vehicle and headed toward a nearby lawn.

“Oh, I–I know!” she exclaimed, a flicker of recognition crossing her face.

“Well, it’s good that you know!” said Kensley, his voice filled with gloom.

“It’s been peaceful for so many days. Miss Roxanne, shouldn’t you keep your promise?”

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Roxanne took a deep breath, attempting to sound composed. “Tell me what you want!”

“Considering Margaret’s worth, is 200 million dollars too much?” Kensley asked.

*200 million dollars?” Roxanne was completely shocked.

“Why don’t you just rob a bank? Isn’t that excessive?” she retorted.

“Miss Roxanne, you’re about to become Mrs. Everett! Asking for anything less wouldn’t reflect your noble status,”

Kensley responded, his tone growing lower.

“According to the Everett family’s wealth, 200 million dollars is just a drop in the ocean!”

Roxanne seethed with anger. “I haven’t married into the family yet!”

“And even if I do marry into the family, Bruce won’t simply hand me 200 million dollars!”

Then how much can you give?” Kensley inquired.

“I don’t have that kind of money at the moment. I can give you a portion first, and the rest later. Would that work?”

Roxanne replied.

Kensley paused for a few seconds. “How much can you offer right now?”

I only have one million dollars!” Roxanne stated.

Kensley sneered in response.

“Fine, I was just joking earlier! Give me 20 million dollars, and I’ll let this matter go completely, Kensley said.

Roxanne let out a sigh, feeling helpless. “I really can’t come up with 20 million right now.

“I know that giving you one million dollars won’t satisfy you, but I genuinely don’t have that much money at the

moment.” she explained.

“I can transfer one million dollars to you first. I promise to give you the rest once I marry into the family!” Roxanne

reassured.

“Then you have to provide me with a written agreement,” Kensley demanded.

“That’s not possible. Trust me, once I marry into the family, I’ll definitely give you the 20 million dollars!” Roxanne

replied.

“Alright then! Transfer the one million dollars to me first,” Kensley agreed.

“Sure, tell me your bank account.”

After ending the call, Roxanne felt disoriented.

Despite being born into a wealthy family, she couldn’t come up with 20 million in cash instantly.

After pondering for a while, Roxanne decided to call her mother, Ingrid.

“Hey, Roxy!” Ingrid answered the call.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Roxanne couldn’t hold back her tears as she cried, “Mom…”

“What’s wrong?” Ingrid asked, concerned.

Roxanne sobbed, “Mom, I, I think I got into trouble…”

On the other end of the phone, Ingrid was scared out of her wits. “Don’t cry. What happened?”

“Mom, where are you now? I’ll go back and find you!”

“I’m at home!”

Roxanne rushed back to the Haynes’s house in no time!

Ingrid appeared anxious. “What’s the matter? Did Mr. Everett cause you trouble again?”

“No, it’s not that!”

“Then what is it?”

Roxanne had intended to spill everything to her mother, but at the last moment, she hesitated and held back!

It would be better not to burden her mother with this!

“Mom, that awful Joanna is pregnant!”

“What did you say? Say it again?”

“Joanna, that wretched woman, is pregnant, and she’s carrying Bruce’s child!”

“What?” Ingrid’s face froze, and anger blazed in her eyes!

“Is this really happening?”

“It’s true. Bruce has already taken her back to Reagan No. 8 Residence to ensure a safe pregnancy!

“I’ve worked so hard, and she effortlessly turns the tables!

“Life is incredibly unfair. Life has been far too kind to her!”

“Don’t cry just yet. Shedding tears won’t help!” Ingrid said.