Rebel 17

Early in the morning , Jessica got up and made breakfast .

After eating with her son and Selene , they headed downstairs together .

As usual , Selene was the one driving .

She would first drop Arthur off at kindergarten , then take Jessica to work before heading to her office .

Just as they reached the apartment entrance , Selene got off the car .

Not far away , a sleek black luxury sedan was parked .

The door suddenly opened , and Jane stepped out .

Jessica , Jane called out coldly .

Hearing her name , Jessica looked up , slightly surprised to see Jane here this early in the morning .

Judging by how she stormed over , she wasnt here for anything good .

Jessica didnt want Jane to see her son , so she quickly told Selene to take the child to the car and wait for her there .

Selene frowned .

Dont bother with her .

Its fine .

Shes already found me here .

Even if I avoid her now , she might just show up at my workplace next time , Jessica reassured her with a pat on the shoulder .

Knowing Jessica had a point , Selene sighed .

Alright , but be careful .

If anything seems off , call me right away .

Got it Jessica smiled and turned to her son , ruffling his hair .

Go with your godmother and wait for me in the car ! Arthur frowned .

Mommy , come back quickly .

He had a bad feeling about this woman .

Once she saw them leave , Jessica walked over to Jane .

Jane , what brings you here ? She barely got the words out before slap ! Jane swung her hand across her face without warning .

A burning pain spread across Jessicas cheek , and a ringing filled her ears .

Janes furious voice followed immediately .

Jessica , do you have no shame ? Who gave you the audacity to come back ? Get out of Eldoria immediately , or youll regret it ! Still stunned by the slap , Jessica barely had time to react before she heard the sound of running footsteps behind her .

A small figure suddenly rushed in front of her .

Arthur choued lane with all his might his little fare filled with anger You evil woman ! How dare Selene had also run over , giving the boy a thumbs up before glaring at Jane .

You crazy old hag ! Hitting someone in broad daylight ? You want me to call the cops and get you locked up ? Jane had been caught off guard by Arthurs push .

She stumbled back and nearly fell , managing to steady herself by grabbing onto the car .

only Once she regained her footing , her face twisted in rage .

But as her gaze fell on the little boy , she suddenly froze .

This child … he looked so familiar .

A strange feeling crept over her .

Why did he remind her of Hugh when he was a kid ? He had called Jessica mommy , but did that mean he was her son ? Janes initial anger was quickly replaced by shock and suspicion .

This … this is your son ? She stared at Jessica in disbelief .

Jessica had deliberately avoided letting Jane see her child to prevent unnecessary trouble , but things had still spiraled out of control .

Evil woman ! You hit my mommy Im calling the police ! Arthur absolutely would not allow anyone to bully his mommy .

Jessica gently pulled her son behind her , shielding him from Janes prying eyes .

Her voice turned icy .

Jane , if you came here just to tell me to leave , dont waste your breath .

Where I go and what I do is none of your business .

You have no right to interfere .

Jane had indeed come to force her out of Eldoria , but her thoughts were in disarray after seeing Arthur .

Could this child be Hughs son ? If he was part of the Hensleys , she would never allow him to stay with Jessica ! She had to find out the truth about this boys background .

you off ! Fine , stay if you want , Jane sneered .

But if you dare ruin Hughs marriage , I wont let Then , as if suddenly remembering something , she added , And dont even think about getting close to Charles ! A woman like you isnt worthy of being near him ! Get lost , you old witch ! Selene snapped .

Youre not welcome here ! Jane shot her a sharp glare but didnt say another word .

She took one last look at Arthur before turning and getting into her car , speeding off .

Jessica frowned , uneasy .

She had a bad feeling her attitude had changed since Jane had seen her son .

Was she planning something ? Mommy , your face is all swollen .

Does it hurt ? Arthur asked worriedly , his little hands reaching Jessica snapped out of her thoughts .

Its fine .

It doesnt hurt that much .

Then she smiled and praised him .

I didnt expect my little man to be such a hero , protecting me like that .

Mommy , if anyone bullies you again , just tell me .

Ill fight them off for you ! Jessica chuckled at his serious expression , warmth flooding her heart .

Alright , from now on , count on you to protect me .

Selene rolled her eyes .

Can you two save the cheesy lines for bedtime ? The three of them exchanged smiles .

Fll Later , Jessica stopped by a pharmacy to buy some ointment for her face before heading to work .

But no matter how much she tried to brush it off , she couldnt shake the uneasy feeling left behind by Janes reaction especially how she looked at her son .

It unsettled her more than she cared to admit .