Chapter 16

Jenson's face was expressionless as he looked at Emily, who hid behind him and cried miserably. "I only have one question. Did you really not recognize Mike that time?" Emily paused for a split second. There was a flash of panic in her eyes. However, she quickly regained her composure. "It was too dark back then, so I really didn't recognize him. Jenson, you have to believe me. Why would I do anything that might put Estella in danger? Can you help me again this time? I'll explain everything to you, and we can finally be together—" Before she could finish, Jenson threw back his arm and slapped Emily forcefully with the back of his hand. He shouted furiously, "Emily Blanchard! You still won't admit to your mistakes even now, and you're still trying to lie to me!" Jenson used his full strength when he slapped Emily. She yelped in pain as she knocked her forehead on a cabinet. Blood oozed from the wound on her forehead instantly. Emily screamed in disbelief when she saw the bloodst