Mistaken Match Marrying the Enigmatic CEO novel Chapter 481
Chapter 481
After all, Felicity was from the esteemed Lenoir family, and it seemed
inconceivable that she had no authority within her own household.
She refused to accept the reality.
Just then, a gentle knock came from the door, signaling Lexi’s arrival.
With Mackenzie’s permission, she entered and reported, “Ms. Mackenzie, Mr.
Bryant is highly confident, with over 90% certainty, that Emmanuel will be
acquitted!”
“Fantastic!” Mackenzie nodded, her eyes brimming with trust. “I’ll entrust this
matter to you, then.”
At that, Terence added sternly, “Lexi, being 90% confident is not enough! He
must secure Emmanuel’s acquittal without fail. Should any complications
arise, notify me immediately. There’s no need to fear General Lenoir as long
as I’m here!”
“Understood, Old Mr. Quillen!” Lexi swiftly nodded in utmost respect. She was
well aware of Terence’s connections and influence. With his support, even
Adolph would be rendered powerless against Emmanuel’s case.
“Old Mr. Quillen and Mackenzie, sooner or later, all of you will come to regret
protecting him!” Overwhelmed by anger, Felicity had no choice but to storm
out of the room.
Silently, Sarah followed in her footsteps.
Meanwhile, at the Lenoir Residence, Adolph gazed upon his second son’s
lifeless body, his expression darkening like an impending storm.
Quintus couldn’t help but shiver with fear as he beheld his father’s expression.
On the other hand, Elizabeth couldn’t believe that Emmanuel was responsible
for her brother’s death and wanted to speak up for him. However, in the face
of her father’s expression, she found herself unable to voice her thoughts.
“General, the Quillen family has enlisted Mr. Bryant as Emmanuel’s defense
attorney. It seems unlikely that we will achieve justice for Tobias through legal
means.” Laura finally broke the oppressive silence.
“Hmph! The Quillen family’s audacity knows no bounds!” Adolph’s words
reverberated with anger as he slammed his palm down on the table.
In an instant, the table snapped in half with a loud noise.
“When I retired from Tocvale and returned to Yeringham thirty years ago, I
was invincible! No one dared to challenge the Lenoir family! And now, that
young lady from the Quillens has stolen away my precious daughter’s man
and caused her so much suffering. They’ve even ruthlessly taken my son’s
life! If I don’t eliminate Mackenzie and Emmanuel, how will the people of
Yeringham perceive me? How can I uphold my pride and dignity in this city?”
These words struck fear into Elizabeth’s heart.
The very situation she had desperately hoped to avoid was now coming to
pa*s.
Deep down, she knew that Claudette truly loved Emmanuel and that he was
innocent of any wrongdoing regarding her death. However, with her father
and stepmother resolute in their beliefs, she felt utterly powerless to sway
their convictions.
How can I save Emmanuel? Should I find an opportunity to convince him to
leave Yeringham? Elizabeth contemplated silently within herself.
“Haha! Dad, it’s unfair to solely blame Mackenzie for everything!” Elizabeth
couldn’t speak up for Emmanuel, but Quintus finally summoned the courage
to defend Mackenzie.
However, his words were met with a swift and forceful slap from Adolph.
“Shut up! Now that the Lenoir and Quillen families are at odds, don’t take the
wrong side just because of a woman! Your younger brother was beaten to
death by Emmanuel, and now I command you to seek revenge by ending his
life!” Adolph sternly ordered Quintus.
Frustration and inner turmoil consumed Quintus as he grappled with his
emotions. He wanted to confront Emmanuel and challenge him, but the
thought of taking his life had never crossed his mind.
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Two days later, Emmanuel walked out of the police station again.
This time, Alessandra and Roselynn were waiting for him.
Jaxton was also there, but Roselynn ignored him. It seemed like he had
voluntarily followed her, and the two of them were still giving each other the
cold shoulder, locked in a silent battle.
“Manny, are you okay?” Alessandra and Roselynn hurried toward Emmanuel,
their faces filled with concern as soon as they caught sight of him stepping
out.
“Mom, Rosie, I’m fine!” Emmanuel smiled slightly.
The very next moment, Jaxton approached with an overly cheerful
expression, playing the role of the perfect brother–in–law. He leaned against
Emmanuel and placed a hand on his shoulder as he commented, “Great to
see you’re all right! Come on. I’ll give you a ride home!”
“Who asked you to give us a ride? And who are you, anyway?” Roselynn
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interjected out of the blue, causing Jaxton’s smile to freeze and leaving him
scratching his head awkwardly.
Fortunately, Alessandra stepped in to defuse the situation. She didn’t want
any tensions arising in her children’s marriages, so she swiftly intervened by
saying, “Roselynn, Jaxton didn’t mean any harm the last time. Don’t hold onto
grudges like that! Look, he still cares about our family!”
“That’s right!” Jaxton immediately chimed in, eager to salvage the situation.
“Roselynn, we’re all family. If there’s any issue, let’s discuss it at home. I’m
prepared to apologize and fulfill any request you make, but let’s not make a
scene right outside the police station, hmm?”
However, Roselynn wasn’t swayed by his attempts.
She saw through his true intentions. He was nothing more than an
opportunist, constantly adapting to the circumstances. When he learned of
Emmanuel divorcing the young lady of the Quillen family, he wanted to
trample on her family. Now that Emmanuel and Mackenzie had reconciled
and gained the full support of the Quillens, he undoubtedly sought to curry
favor with them.
Emmanuel brushed off Jaxton’s hand and sternly demanded, “I can let Rosie
handle the issues between both of you, but you owe my mom an apology for
knocking her down!”
Jaxton sensed the determination in Emmanuel’s eyes and instantly felt a
twinge of intimidation. How am I supposed to endure the overwhelming
sense of danger emanating from someone who is not only Ms. Quillen’s
husband but also a person with a dark history of ruthless acts and even
murder?
“Haha! Manny, you’re right!” Jaxton exclaimed, swiftly bowing and apologizing
to Alessandra. “Mom, I truly didn’t mean it last time. Please forgive me! You
can even hit me to vent your anger!”
Alessandra, being the kind–hearted person she was, would not lay a hand on
anyone. She quickly helped him up and replied, “Alright, alright. I know it was
an unintentional mistake on your part.”
With that, she shifted her attention to Emmanuel and Roselynn, suggesting,
“Are things resolved now? Let’s go home and talk things through.”
Still standing with her arms crossed, Roselynn emitted a disdainful snort.
“Mom, it’s your choice to forgive him, but I’m not getting in his car!”
Jaxton immediately grew anxious. “Roselynn, if you don’t get in my car, are
you planning to take a cab home? Please stop causing a scene, okay?”
Just as he finished speaking, a Maserati pulled up at the scene.
Emmanuel was slightly taken aback, thinking his wife was coming to pick him
- However, upon closer inspection, he realized it wasn’t his wife’s car,
despite both cars being a Maserati.
“Emmanuel, Mackenzie is still in a meeting at the company, so I’ve come to
pick you up on her behalf.” A voice resonated from the rolled–down car
window. It was Sarah.
While she might not have possessed the same striking beauty as Mackenzie,
Sarah, being a young lady from a distinguished family, held her own charm.
Her fair complexion and graceful demeanor undeniably added to her allure.
Jaxton was taken aback for a moment, his face slightly reddening.
He had just thought that Roselynn’s family didn’t have a ride, but here came
a Maserati!
However, Jaxton, who was shameless as ever, immediately donned a
charming smile and approached Sarah, trying to establish a closer
connection. “So, you’re Manny’s sister–in–law, right? I’m his brother–in–law,
Jaxton Oatley. It’s my pleasure to meet you!”
With those words, he extended his hand toward Sarah, hoping for a
handshake.
At the sight of such a scene, Roselynn felt a surge of disgust. From this small
interaction alone, she could discern that her husband was not only an
opportunist but also a lecher.
This marriage was undoubtedly destined for divorce.
“Hello! I’m Sarah Quillen.”
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Sarah remained humble, offering a smile as she shook hands with Jaxton.
Meanwhile, Jaxton couldn’t contain his excitement as he held onto her hand,
reluctant to let go.
Roselynn observed this scene but remained silent.
It wasn’t until Sarah tactfully withdrew her hand that Jaxton realized he had
crossed a line. While it might not have been a significant matter in ordinary
circumstances, in the presence of his wife, it became a blatant disregard for
their relationship.
“Emmanuel, let’s get in the car!” Sarah exclaimed, flashing a charming gaze
at Emmanuel.
Emmanuel, being a straightforward guy, didn’t think much of it. However,
Roselynn couldn’t help but feel that something was off about Sarah.
Faced with the decision of getting into either Jaxton’s or Sarah’s car,
Emmanuel found himself inclined toward Sarah’s car. However, he was
caught off guard by the unexpected arrival of another Bentley.
“Emmanuel, don’t get in her car!” Beatrix hurriedly got out of the Bentley, and
her animosity toward Sarah surpa*sed even Mackenzie’s.
Emmanuel felt a twinge of surprise. Although he hadn’t known Sarah for long,
he had found her to be well–mannered and easy to get along with. Why do
both Mackenzie and Beatrix hold such a strong dislike for Sarah?
Lost in thought, he suddenly realized that Beatrix stood before him. In her
haste, she directly took hold of his hand and declared, “Emmanuel, Mackenzie
instructed me to pick you up! Let’s go!”
Emmanuel was taken aback upon hearing that.
If Sarah hadn’t been present, he would have undoubtedly hopped into
Beatrix’s car without a second thought. After all, he was rather acquainted
with her. However, if he were to get into Beatrix’s car now, what would happen
to Sarah?
“Emmanuel, let’s go. Are you seriously considering getting in her car?” Beatrix
grew increasingly anxious as she witnessed his hesitation.
Meanwhile, Alessandra and Roselynn were left bewildered. It was their first
encounter with Mackenzie’s two younger sisters. However, regardless of their
perspective, the relationship between the siblings seemed far from
harmonious
Emmanuel wasn’t the only one caught in a difficult position. Alessandra and
Roselynn found themselves entangled in a perplexing dilemma as well
Meanwhile, Jaxton saw an opportunity and quickly took advantage of it. He
put on a smile and approached Beatrix. “You must be the third young lady of
the Quillen family, right? Nice to meet you! I am—”
“Get lost!” Beatrix cut him off before he could finish his sentence.
Jaxton was instantly embarra*sed, and he wished he could disappear into
thin air. It seems like the third young lady of the Quillen family lacks proper
-etiquette as compared to the second young lady of the family!
However, being a wealthy daughter of the Quillen family, Beatrix wasn’t
someone he could afford to offend. Therefore, Jaxton had no choice but to
suppress his pride and endure the situation.
“No worries, Emmanuel, Roselynn, and Mrs. Lowe. Feel free to choose
whichever car you prefer,” Sarah said, displaying a different attitude from
Beatrix. She maintained her smile and showed no signs of insisting.
“That sounds like a plan!” Emmanuel, not wanting to offend either side, came
up with a clever solution. “I’ll head back to Yociam Residence. Mom and Rosie
can head home. Since our routes are different, would you mind giving them a
ride, Sarah?”
“Sure thing. No problem!” Sarah nodded.
Emmanuel’s approach effectively resolved the conflict between the two
sisters. Beatrix had fulfilled her duty of picking him up, as instructed by
Mackenzie. Meanwhile, Sarah didn’t have to feel awkward in the situation.
The only one feeling out of place was Jaxton. Nobody got into his car, and it
felt like a chilling gust swept past him.
“Emmanuel, didn’t Mackenzie tell you about that woman? You better steer
clear of her!” Beatrix didn’t mince her words once Emmanuel got into the
Bentley.
“Why?” Emmanuel was curious. Mackenzie hadn’t mentioned anything, but
perhaps he could find out from Beatrix about the animosity between the two
sisters. After all, Beatrix was known for her loose tongue.
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“No particular reason. She’s just manipulative and not a good person!” Beatrix
huffed, struggling to provide a more concrete explanation.
Beatrix had a slight resemblance to Mackenzie in terms of personality, as
both of them disliked talking behind people’s backs. Calling her sister a
manipulative person was already pushing the limits of her tolerance.
Observing Beatrix’s pouting expression and inflated cheeks, Emmanuel
decided not to probe further.
“If you doubt me, you should at least trust Mackenzie. She has a keen sense
of judgment when it comes to people, Beatrix added.
Emmanuel chuckled and responded, “Regardless of its truth, I’ll simply
maintain a normal interaction with her.”
Beatrix then offered another warning. “Even in a normal interaction, please
don’t do anything that might upset Mackenzie. She’s already burdened with
work matters. Don’t add to her troubles, okay?”
He smiled and teased, “Why do you sound like the older one here?”
Beatrix puffed up her chest slightly, showing a hint of pride. “Hmph! Even
though I may be younger than you and Mackenzie, I have more relationship
experience than you two love rookies!”
Once again, Emmanuel couldn’t help but chuckle.
Beatrix possessed a straightforward personality, always speaking her mind
without any hidden agendas Perhaps her lack of scheming was the reason
behind her candidness.
On the other hand, despite her obedient nature, Sarah gave off a mysterious
aura. Is she truly a manipulative woman? Or are Mackenzie and Beatrix
misjudging her?
Emmanuel couldn’t afford to dwell on these thoughts at the moment. After
all, he was still troubled by the Lenoir family matters.
That evening, Mackenzie didn’t ask Emmanuel to pick her up from work.
Exhausted, she returned home after 10.00PM and headed straight to bed
after a quick shower.
The couple barely exchanged any words.
The following morning, Mackenzie woke up earlier than usual due to a busy
schedule. She had even planned to skip breakfast and Emmanuel’s ride if he
hadn’t already awakened by then.
To her surprise, as soon as she got up, she found that Emmanuel had already
prepared breakfast. It unexpectedly stirred a warm feeling within her.
She couldn’t quite comprehend why she still clung to this marriage. Perhaps
having him by her side felt more comforting than being alone.
“Mackenzie, I made some bacon and heated some milk for you. They’re both
high in energy and protein since you’ve been exerting yourself lately. Have
some while it’s still hot!” Emmanuel said as he took off his apron.
Receiving no immediate response from Mackenzie, he turned around to
check on her. He was taken aback when a soft and tender figure suddenly
embraced him.
An indescribable sense of comfort made him feel slightly lightheaded.
“Thank you, Emmanuel!” Mackenzie unexpectedly expressed her gratitude.
Emmanuel blinked, caught off guard. Before he could respond, Mackenzie
had already released him from her embrace. A slight blush tinted her cheeks
as she grumbled to herself, Am I losing my mind? Why am I being so forward
in throwing myself at him?
On the contrary, Emmanuel seemed more composed. He approached her
and replied, “I should be the one thanking you. You arranged for someone to
bail me out and even had your sister pick me up. I’m grateful!”
“No, I should be the one thanking you! You went in to save me. How could I
not take care of you?” Mackenzie a*serted.
Witnessing his wife’s determined demeanor, Emmanuel could only surrender
as he raised his hands in mock defeat. “Alright, then, I accept your thanks,
even though it’s just part of my duties as a husband!”
“Hmph! Cheesy, aren’t you?” Mackenzie huffed abruptly, bringing the
conversation to an end.
She then began to question her authenticity as she wondered when exactly
she had transformed into this version of herself.
After breakfast, Emmanuel still drove her to work.
As they exited the residential area, an unexpected occurrence forced
Emmanuel to slam on the brakes.
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Mackenzie, engrossed in handling some matters on her phone, was caught
off guard by the sudden jolt, leaving her slightly disheveled. Hastily, she tidied
her hair and glanced up.
She knew Emmanuel was a skilled driver and wouldn’t brake so suddenly
without reason. However, it was early in the morning, so what could be
obstructing their path at the residential area entrance?
As her gaze lifted, instant comprehension dawned upon her. Her eyebrows
furrowed, and she swiftly rolled down the car window to deliver a stern
reprimand. “Quintus, what kind of crazy stunt are you pulling again? Get lost!”
The strained connection she had with the Lenoir family had intensified her
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aversion toward Quintus. Why are people from the Lenoir family so annoying?
“Mackenzie, I’m not here to find you today!” Quintus‘ attitude was slightly
different from usual. He abandoned his sycophantic attitude and directly
pointed at Emmanuel, challenging, “Emmanuel, if you’re a man, get out of the
car. I must have a showdown with you today!”
“What a crazy man!” Mackenzie muttered under her breath and firmly
ordered Emmanuel, “Drive into him! I’ll take responsibility for whatever
happens!”
“Um…” Emmanuel was stunned. While he also found Quintus annoying, he
knew he couldn’t behave recklessly and ram into the man.
They were already in deep conflict with the Lenoir family. If they resorted to
such drastic measures, the situation would only escalate.
“If you do not do it, then I will!” Faced with his hesitation, Mackenzie
unexpectedly unbuckled her seatbelt and reached for the gas pedal.
“Mackenzie, calm down!” Emmanuel hurriedly attempted to persuade her.
However, with a single glance from her, he shut his mouth and allowed her to
proceed as she pleased.
He didn’t quite grasp the reason behind it. Perhaps it was due to her
commanding presence or the rationality that was reflected in her eyes, but
all he could do was place his trust in his wife.
Mackenzie stepped on the gas pedal, and the Maserati charged toward
Quintus recklessly.
“What the heck? Is she out of her mind?!” Quintus cursed angrily and swiftly
leaped to the side, attempting to dodge the car.
He had thought himself formidable, but it turned out he was no match for
Mackenzie, who fearlessly dared to crash into him.
After the Maserati sped out of the residential area, Mackenzie composed
herself and calmly settled back into the pa*senger seat, looking as if nothing
had happened.
Emmanuel couldn’t help but give her a thumbs up. When it came to
ruthlessness, he had to admire his wife.
“Whether it’s General Lenoir or anyone else from the Lenoir family, they’re all
bark and no bite! I don’t believe they would dare to do anything to us. As long
as we’re in the right, we shouldn’t be afraid of them!” Mackenzie suddenly
advised Emmanuel.
He let out a long sigh upon hearing that. While his conscience remained clear
in most matters, the weight of guilt regarding Claudette’s death always
lingered within him.
It could be said that her death was the catalyst for the eruption of conflict
between the Lenoir and Quillen families, and he was the key figure in their
feud.
The one who caused the problem should be the one to solve it. Emmanuel
felt a deep conviction that he had to be the one to resolve the conflict
between the two families.
As Emmanuel arrived at the entrance of Terence Tower, his eyes fell upon the
disheartening sight of various large words painted around by disgruntled
people. The messages predominantly accused the Quillen family of being
murderers who manipulated their wealth to conceal the truth.
An air of panic permeated the uninformed ma*ses, casting a cloud of fear
Over the Terence Group.
Emmanuel’s unease deepened as he took in the scene.
Meanwhile, Mackenzie lightly bit her lip and rea*sured him, “Emmanuel, don’t
let these trivial matters bother you. I’ll take care of everything!”
After speaking, she stepped out of the car and whispered, “These are nothing
but childish tricks. The Lenoir family is so immature.”
She held no respect for Adolph.
Despite his high–ranking position in the military in Yeringham, his revenge
tactics amounted to nothing more than just petty tricks. He was completely
lacking the qualities of a great general.
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Following Mackenzie’s instructions, Emmanuel drove himself back home.
However, he couldn’t allow this situation to persist. If the Lenoir family couldn’t
bring him to justice through legal means, they would continue to send people
to target him and the Quillen family.
Emmanuel believed that a true man should take responsibility for his actions.
Despite Mackenzie and Terence exhibiting unwavering courage in the face of
the Lenoir family, the current situation was not what he desired.
Tobias?”
If Emmanuel was telling the truth, there was indeed no reason for the Lenoir
those words. As expected, she saw that it was Quintus when she raised her
When Felix took a step forward, the entire front courtyard seemed to revolve
that, it would be a completely one–sided fight and an effortless victory for
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