The Revenge of the Mute Wife by Melanie Paulson
When Luck Interferes Chapter 323

Chapter 323

"Let me think..." Samantha said, frowning. "If I remember correctly, we broke up because of his mother. He was raised by a single mom, and she manipulated him a lot. She didn't like me either, as she saw me as a gold-digging bitch only after their family's money. "What? Was that woman stupid or what?" Eric said, surprised, never imagining that someone would call his wife that.

"Why do you say that, Dad?" Jayden asked.

"Well, your mom couldn't have been a gold digger because your grandparents had plenty of money. In fact, I borrowed some of it to grow the business and turn it into the powerhouse it is today." "Really?" Jayden said, astonished.

"Haha, yes, son. Actually, you were very little, but many times my parents took you in because they said they had more free time to look after you than Jayden's parents, who were with us at the company." "Oh... that's why I have more baby photos with them."

"Hm... My in-laws were great people in many ways. Naturally, when I started making profits, I paid them back with some interest. We even built them a new house with all the amenities as a thank-you for believing in my project." "Haha, I guess gifting a nice house is a family tradition, Deborah said, smiling as she saw everyo nodding.

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"But back to the topic, his mother was very particular and thought of herself shot just because she inherited a lot of money from her late husband. And since I was the daughter of humble real estate agents, in her eyes, I was only with her son for the money, which was a disgrace to their family. So, she didn't stop until she convinced her son that I wasn't the right one for him, which is why he broke up with me two weeks before we got engaged."

"You were going to marry him?" Jayden asked.

"Hm... yes. That's why he left town-to avoid feeling regret and looking for me again," she said with a sigh. "My parents supported me when that happened because I was very hurt. Even my mother advised me to move on and not look for him because he didn't deserve me. She was right; soon after, my real prince charming showed up," she said, interlocking her fingers with her husband's.

"Then maybe that's the problem," Deborah suggested. "Technically, it's not that he wanted to leave you, he was forced to, which is why he hasn't been able to get over you."

"Maybe, dear... but honestly, that sounds so crazy. This happened about 30 years ago... By now, he should have moved on and found happiness elsewhere."

"It does sound weird and pathetic. He should have found a woman his mother approved of and started his own family." Eric stated.

"Besides, I don't know what he's after. I have a beautiful family, and I'm very happy and in love with my big guy. Samantha said, kissing his cheek.

"You know, Sam, I never asked because I noticed you didn't like talking about your exes, so I never

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questioned you. But now that I know all this, I can only thank Gabriel for being a complete idiot and leaving you, because that's how I got to steal you." "Aww..."

"Ahem..." Jayden cleared his throat to stop his parents, who seemed to be slipping into a romantic

moment.

"Haha, son."

"It's the same thing you do with Deborah," Eric said, frowning.

"Remember, you're not alone, and it's not the same," Jayden complained, looking away.

"So..." Deborah began, "the conclusion we can draw is that Gabriel came after the company because he wants to win back his old love." "He'll have to get through me to steal my beloved."

"Eric...

"I mean it, Sam," Eric said, taking her hands. "I will defend you with everything I have. You're not some object to be reclaimed."

"I'm with you, Dad. We'll both protect Mom."

"So when are they going to kidnap her?" Eric asked.

"Well, that depends on whether that guy manages to pay for the job."

"I hope he doesn't get the money..."

"Eric, calm down. And you know, even if he doesn't manage to pay for the kidnapping, I think I should go talk to him."

"No," said both father and son.

"Actually, she's right," Deborah said.

"Don't say that, Deborah. I don't want my mom going near that man."

"But I think this is the fastest way to resolve all this. He tried to hurt James emotionally, and I don't want his next move to be against my granddaughter or the babies," Samantha said, frowning, "But..."

"Jayden, call that boy and tell him I agree to the kidnapping, or arrange for a place for me to meet Gabriel so we can put an end to all this once and for all."