The Ex and Her Riches
Chapter 258

Chapter 258

Chapter 258 Playing The Pity Card

The burning passion in the masked man’s eyes was conspicuous to Gwendolyn, making her heart skipa beat when she sensed the threatening vibe from him.

Disregarding the onlookers, Cedrick rubbed her nose with his nose tip endearingly and whispered toher, “Forgive me, Gwenny, but this is the only thing I can do. You refused to give me a chance toexplain myself.”

“Are you se-”

Before she could finish, Gwendolyn felt Cedrick’s lips pushed against hers in just a nick of time.

Initially, she played along because many were watching them, but as the kiss dragged out, she wasdrawn into it and slowly closed her eyes as their breaths intertwined.

Just like that, the two shared a steamy kiss with Gwendolyn in Cedrick’s arms right in front of the venue

entrance.

Stirred, spectators took our their phones to take pictures.

The journalists who had come to the gala graced by celebrities also jumped on the opportunity andsnapped photos of the epic moment, which left many socialites green with envy.

“They’re so sweet! Mr. Jenson is so manly!”

“That’s so romantic. I wished I had a fiancé like Mr. Jenson!”

“They look so good together. I can’t take this anymore. I’m blind.”

“Argh! I’m so jealous! I want a boyfriend like that!”

Meanwhile, having waited at the lounge for Gwendolyn to come out of the restroom for some time,Joaquin decided to go out to look for her and saw her kissing Cedrick.

He almost fainted as he stared at Gwendolyn’s lips being ravaged by the man.

What the heck? This is just too much!

On the other side, Evelyn was equally shocked. Standing at the path in the garden, she was just on herway to her MPV to change her soiled gown when she beheld the commotion at the entrance.

Obscured by the dim lights along the path, she smirked sourly, a reaction that went unnoticed by thecrowd that was overtaken by jealousy and thrill.

When the two finally pulled apart, Cedrick’s lips were smudged with Gwendolyn’s bright red lipstick,forming a stark contrast with his silver masquerade mask.

Under the watchful gazes of the onlookers, Gwendolyn wiped away the stain on his lips to notembarrass him.

Pleased, Cedrick tightened his arms around her and said, “Let’s go home.”

At his words, the crowd knowingly moved aside to allow them a way out amidst the constant sounds ofcamera shutters.

Since Gwendolyn disliked being at the center of attention, she buried her face in Cedrick’s chest,making her look docile and endearing.

In no time, news about the kiss at the charity gala spread like wildfire that night, dominating all mediaoutlets and surpassing even the news of Walter’s affair.

The matter was so widely discussed that Cedrick and Gwendolyn became known as the sweetestcouple in the upper-class circle.

Because of their attractive looks, fans began to ship them together, calling for them to get married.

As for Cedrick and Gwendolyn themselves, they had just arrived at the Jenson residence.

Their demeanor changed when they entered the mansion–Cedrick lowered his head and followedGwendolyn into the room, leaving no trace of his previous gallantry on his face as he observed her thinback helplessly.

When they entered the room, Gwendolyn sat at the bedside and ignored the man completely, looking ather phone.

Still hoping to make it up to her, Cedrick sat down beside her and touched her gently as he began tosay, “I’m sorry. I swear I tried to keep a distance between her and me, but she happened to twist herankle when you saw us. It’s not like I can leave her to her own. I brought her there. Besides, she’sRossi Project’s ambassador–Jenson Group’s face. I had to do something to prevent her from falling.”

His explanation was met with Gwendolyn’s unperturbed face.

Cedrick, seeing that she was still on her phone, completely ignoring him, continued, “I have no idea shewould make a move on me. She just put her arms around me all of a sudden. She set me up!”

Just as he finished, he felt a sense of antagonism from Gwendolyn, so he quickly added, “I’m not tryingto shift the blame onto others. It’s my fault for not doing what I promised. I should’ve seen her coming.I’ll

do

my best to make sure this doesn’t happen again! Also, I want to apologize for hugging and kissing youwithout your consent earlier. That was the only thing I could do when you didn’t even give me a chanceto explain. Would you forgive me? At least both our families‘ stocks will shoot up for now.”

His appeasing work worsened the matter when Gwendolyn’s face turned increasingly grim, andCedrick lowered his gaze, seeing that she was unmoved.

She must’ve been really offended. I thought I could escape some beating this time…

With that thought, he went to the bedside table and took a long wooden ruler from its drawer beforepassing it to Gwendolyn.

“Do whatever you want, then.”

When Gwendolyn did not take the ruler from him, Cedrick shoved it into her hands, insisting, “I threwaway the blazer and gloves that she touched, but if you still feel disgusted, I don’t mind being yourpunching bag. No matter what, I won’t stop you–even if you break my arms.”

Gwendolyn still had her eyes on her phone without saying a word.

When Cedrick had stood before her for some time without getting any response, he turned to open thecupboard again and took out the Lego pieces Gwendolyn had custom–made for him.

Then, he spread the pieces on the rug beside the bed and rolled up his slacks, revealing the bruisedknees,

scarred from his previous punishment.

Beside him, Gwendolyn stole a glance at the man as she continued scrolling her phone. With his pants

up, she could not help but notice his knees.

cuffed

The sight jarred her, and she stopped him when he was about to kneel.

“What are you doing? Did you roll up your pants to show me this? I’m not falling for your act.

Despite her harsh words, Gwendolyn actually felt sorry for him.

“I’m not trying to trick you. I thought the punishment would be more severe if I did it with my kneesexposed,” Cedrick explained with a bitter smile.

Gwendolyn’s anger shot through the roof. “I suppose you enjoy the pain, huh?”

“No. I don’t,” he replied with a frown and a guilty look. “For all I know, watching me in pain mightappease you. It’s not good to be angry always, so I thought this could help you get over it faster.”

His words sent Gwendolyn’s heart wrenching.

Somehow, she was reminded of what Evelyn had told her that morning at her office.

Ms. Harris, don’t you feel that you’ve always been too cruel to Mr. Jenson? Truth be told, you only loveyourself and have always mistreated him.

Recalling those words, Gwendolyn questioned whether she was truly mean and unkind toward Cedrickbecause he loved and indulged her.

The realization made her sigh and soften her tone. “Sit here and let me look at your knees.”

Noticing the tenderness in her eyes, Cedrick smiled subtly and let her pull him to the bed.

“How did you get all the bruises? I thought it was only for half an hour. Didn’t you use any medicationyesterday night?”