Letting Loose After Marrying A Business Tycoon

Chapter 54: Testing Each Other

[This is an adaptation, this story is not mine. The credits goes to the original writer. Please do not vote!]

Nancy saw how protective Jennie was of Lisa and believed that she must be blindly in love. Nancy still didn't think much of Lisa. But she was afraid of angering Jennie, and so kept her mouth shut.

Ha Jiwon quickly cut in to soothe things over. "Alright, Nanc, you are not allowed to say such things in the future." Tugging at Jennie's arm, Ha Jiwon apologized, "Jenjen, don't be angry at Nanc. She is pointing out Lisa's flaws only because she worries that you might suffer in the future."

Since Ha Jiwon apologized on behalf of Nancy, Jennie couldn't continue being mad. She made up with Nancy.

At this moment, someone bearing a plate of food walked past the ward. The fragrant smell of cooked meat wafted in. As Jennie sniffed, she realized it was pork rib soup.

Ha Jiwon's brows suddenly furrowed. She let go of Jennie's arm and turned to rush into the toilet. Ha Jiwon moved so hastily that Jennie and Nancy were left exchanging glances.

In her hurry, Ha Jiwon didn't close the door. Within seconds, Jennie and Nancy heard sounds of vomiting.

Jennie had a sudden flash of insight.

Ha Jiwon had been exhausted and drowsy these few days. She was easily distracted, nauseated...

These were all signs of pregnancy!

Jennie glanced at Nancy and saw that she also looked somewhat bewildered. Nancy was no fool, she probably also suspected.

Jennie's face darkened slightly. Things were not looking good.

Since Nancy's days were numbered, she would definitely die if she couldn't find a suitable heart any time soon. Meanwhile, Ha Jiwon was pregnant and would have a new child with Lee Jung Jae. It would be earth-shattering news for Nancy, who was reaching the end of her road.

What would Nancy think about this?

Jennie didn't even dare to guess.

Several minutes later, Ha Jiwon emerged from the toilet. She had already rinsed her mouth and carefully dabbed her lips dry. Walking out from the toilet, she flashed a tired smile at the two sisters. "I have been having gastric problems in the past few days."

Ha Jiwon's deliberate explanation made the entire situation even more suspicious. Perhaps Ha Jiwon already knew she was pregnant and was afraid of how Nancy might react. Hence, she made up this lie.

Jennie glanced at Nancy again. Nancy's eyes were indeed dark and grim.

If Jennie could think of that possibility, Nancy would have the same conclusion too. "Then rest more. Take your medicine at stipulated times. Eat foods that are more light and healthy." Nancy pulled herself together to show concern for Ha Jiwon's health. She said, "Mother, don't come to the hospital these couple of days if you are feeling unwell. I feel tired for you, seeing you running back and forth every day."

Ha Jiwon's heart became warm at Nancy's words, but it put Jennie on the alert.

"I wish to take a rest. Mother, you head back first with sister." Nancy laid down and pulled her blanket over her chest. She was clearly instructing them to leave.

Ha Jiwon wanted to stay a little longer, but Jennie spoke up. "Mother, since Nancis tired, let her rest. I will leave with you. I drove over so I can send you home."

Ha Jiwon nearly hit someone in her early years of driving. Since then, Lee Jung Jae was so worried that he forbade Ha Jiwon from driving ever again. She had a chauffeur with her wherever she went.

Ha Jiwon hesitated before finally nodding her assent. She nagged at Nancy a bit more and urged her to not play with her cell phone so much and to get more rest. Nancy looked very impatient and covered her head with her blanket. The blanket had muffled her voice as she said, "Alright, I got it. You guys leave first."

Ha Jiwon looked at Nancy with a worried look for a few more moments, before leaving with Jennie.

The mother-daughter pair headed toward the lift.

Both of them held secrets deep inside their hearts, and could not speak them out loud. They had arrived on the first floor in silence when Ha Jiwon suddenly tugged at Jennie's arm. "Jenjen, it has been a long time since we last came out for a coffee. There's a cafe nearby. Shall we go there and sit for a bit?"

"Alright, I am free anyway," Jennie agreed. It was just as well that Jennie also had some things to tell Ha Jiwon, like how she was on medical leave after getting injured. She would continue with her trainee practice at Zeus Airlines after she recovered.

...

Arriving at the cafe, Jennie ordered an Americano while Ha Jiwon got a cup of milk. Jennie casually asked, "Why didn't you get a mocha? I remember that you always get mocha at cafes."

Worried that Jennie would get suspicious, Ha Jiwon explained calmly, "My stomach doesn't feel that well, and a glass of warm milk soothes it. Moreover, this cafe's mocha doesn't look that good."

Jennie didn't try to unravel Ha Jiwon's well-conceived lies.

Ha Jiwon fidgeted as she held her glass of milk. She was considering how to tell Jennie her thoughts.

She didn't dare to tell Jennie about what Lee Jung Jae had done for the fear of causing a rift between the father and daughter. But Ha Jiwon couldn't just stand by and do nothing now that she knew Irene was in danger. She had to warn Jennie to protect Irene!

Having finally decided, Ha Jiwon asked Jennie, "Jenjen, did your elder sister contact you?"

Jennie shot Ha Jiwon a meaningful look.

Ha Jiwon already felt guilty and her lashes started fluttering uncontrollably at Jennie's straight stare.

'Why is mother suddenly asking about elder sister? Did she find out about Lee Jung Jae's shady actions?'

This sudden question about her elder sister's whereabouts... Was she trying to help Lee Jung Jae catch her elder sister so they could steal her heart for Nancy? Or was she trying to warn her about Lee Jung Jae?

Jennie quickly averted her gaze and picked up her coffee. It was difficult to drink something while wearing a neck brace, so she had struggled awkwardly for a few moments before answering. "I am still trying to find her. The police are very busy and finding a missing person is low on their priorities. I have also hired a private investigator to help."

Jennie casually glanced at Ha Jiwon as she spoke. She discovered that Ha Jiwon looked even more anxious now.

Jennie's heart quivered as she noticed the change in Ha Jiwon's expression. It seemed like Ha Jiwon had found out about Lee Jung Jae's actions toward Irene! When did she find out? Did she already know of this a long time ago? Or was it just recently?

Jennie wanted to know whether Ha Jiwon was in the dark over Irene's murder, or was she complicit in the scheme? She decided to put Ha Jiwon on a test.

Jennie put on a determined expression. She said, "I believe that I will find Irene. I am the only family she has left in this world. She will only feel safe by my side. Moreover, isn't father busy looking for her too? Father has so many connections. I believe it will not take long before we find elder sister."

Instead of Irene's words reassuring her, Ha Jiwon appeared even more anxious. She suddenly said with urgency, "Perhaps Irene has some hidden and unspeakable reason for keeping away from you?"

"Jenjen, know that it is nearly impossible to find someone who truly wishes to hide. Perhaps Irene will return on her own after she sorts out her situation."

"I think you need not worry too much about Irene. She is no longer a child. Moreover, your father has cut off your allowance and Lisa still has a housing loan to repay. It must be quite expensive for you to hire a private detective. I think we should just quietly wait for good news from the police."