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Chapter 79
Chapter 79
Chapter 79
Christian looked up, his expression darkening.
“Mr. Berry, Jeffrey glanced at the servants, then at Christian, looking troubled. “We found something…”
He hesitated, reluctant to reveal it NôvelDrama.Org owns this text.
“Bring it out!” Christian commanded sternly.
Jeffrey raised his hand, revealing two 2.5–inch transparent sealed bags containing a small amount of white powder.
Everyone held their breath. Matilda, standing nearby, also watched with bated breath.
“Dr. Phoenix,” Christian called out. Lorrand stepped forward, taking the bags. He used a test tube, a dropper, and reagents, conducting a quick identification experiment within minutes.
After getting the result, Lorrand said, “Mr. Berry, it’s this chemical substance,”
The servants turned pale, their fear palpable.
After Lorrand packed up his medical kit, Christian nodded to the driver. “Take Dr. Phoenix back.”
Lorrand exchanged a subtle glance with Lea before leaving through the iron gate with the driver.
The hall of the mansion was filled with over twenty people. Besides Matilda, those she brought were waiting in the garden outside. The others were all from the mansion.
Christian, leaning on his cane, struggled to stand. With Victor’s support, he finally steadied himself.
His gaze swept over everyone, finally resting on Jeffrey. “Tell me, where was it found?”
Melissa’s legs gave way, and she collapsed to her knees. “Mr. Berry, please forgive me! I won’t dare again. I’m begging for your mercy. I’m sorry, I’m sorry…
She crawled on the floor and kept apologizing, tears streaming down her face.
“Melissa, you!” Matilda was both shocked and furious. “Why did you do this?”
Christian looked equally stunned, sharing the same question.
Melissa looked up, her face full of tears, her emotions raw and desperate.
She said, “Mr. Berry, do you remember? Fifteen years ago, my five–year–old son had no one to look after him. I asked your permission to bring him here, and you said yes. But what happened? You stared him, causing him to fall and break his leg”
Melissa continued, “Though you got him treated and compensated for the expenses, my son was left permanently disabled. He grew up feeling inferior, mocked by his peers, even losing his girlfriend because of it. This year, he returned from studying abroad and finally landed his dream job. However, he was fired by the hospital on the first day due to his disability.”
Her face showed a fierce hatred. “You ruined his life! Money can’t compensate for such trauma and pain. So, I poisoned your food!”
Having confessed, Melissa was ready to face the consequences. Since she had already done it, there was nothing to worry about.
Lea sat nearby, watching Melissa with a cold gaze.
“Mr. Berry” Jeffrey’s voice was laden with mixed emotions. “How should we handle this?”
“We should call the police!” Matilda said coldly, “This is attempted murder. Christian, if not for your luck and the advanced medical treatments available, you might have…..”“”
If not dead, Christian would have been crippled and wouldn’t live much longer.
Melissa looked up, surprise flashing in her eyes. She then quickly lowered her head and hid her fear. Lea watched her and then looked at Christian.
He remained silent, adding to the tension in the hall.
you lost your mind?
Victor, unable to contain his anger, said, “Melissa, have you I
rson was misbehaved and caused that accident. You share responsibility for it. Mr. Herry not only ensured his treatment but
He continued, “Your son
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also compensated you generously, allowing y
; your family to live well. He owed you nothing! You show no gratitude and
en resort to poisoning
Melissa didn’t dare look at them, only lowering her head and shedding tears. She said stubbornly. “My son’s life was ruined. Who should I blame other than Mr. Berry? Someone has to be responsible!”
Victor was furious. “You’re completely unreasonable and foolisht Mr. Berry, call the police!”
Jeffrey agreed. “Mr. Berry, this should be handled by the police.”
Christian looked around, then at the trembling Melissa.
She was only about 45 or 46, always clean and well–dressed, appearing younger than her age. She had cooked for Christian for over twenty years. Being a sentimental person, he had come to see her as part of the household, almost like family.
But now, Melissa Inoked old as she was in her fifties. She looked fearful, and paranoid, like a madwoman.
Christian said, “Forget it, just throw her out
Everyone was shocked, staring at him in disbelief.
Once a decisive and harsh man in his younger days, Christian would have responded bercely to such a threat. Now, faced with a poisoning attempt, he only ordered Melissa to be expelled,
Melissa looked at him in surprise.
Jeffrey hesitated. “Mr. Berry is being lenient. You should be grateful and remember this mercy. Do not be foolish again.”
Melissa immediately bowed to Christian, apologizing and thanking him repeatedly. I’m sorry. Thank you for your mercy. Please take care of yourself”
Melissa left voluntarily. Jeffrey instructed the servants to pack her belongings and hand them to her. She took some of her things and left on her
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The hall returned to calm.
“Christian Matilda spoke in a gentle tone.
“Get out!” Christian cut her off coldly.
*1TIl go back to work then. Take care of yourself. Before leaving, Matilda instructed the servants, Jeffrey, and Victor. “Take good care of him.” Then, Matilda said to C
10 Christian, I will come visit you with Ewan,
Christian turned his head to the side and looked angry. He ignored her.
Before Matilda left, she glanced at Les again with a hint of warning.
Once out of the hull, Matilda got into her Bentley. Despite having been in an accident, the car was only cosmetically damaged and still drivable. She didn’t dare leave it there.
ay, steering the car out of the large iron gates and onto the highway.
Max drove her away.
“Why didn’t you inform me immediately when Christian was discharged from the hospital?” Matilda was furious, feeling a murderous fury toward him.
She had specially kept Max in the hospital as her informant. She had even left a few capable bodyguards for him.
A simple text message or a phone call could have notified her. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have brought so many people to confront Lea and could have left in time.
Matilda would never have been caught red–handed by Christian, completely losing his trust. How would he view her now!