Jenna sat blankly in front of Vivian's bed as she held Vivian's hand in hers.
"Grandma, can you hear me? Can you tell me what I should do now? Did you really revise the will to include that? Were you always hoping that Hansen would marry Liya? Grandma, please tell it to me," Jenna said as tears started dripping on her cheeks, and landed on Vivian's hand.
Ever since the will was announced the previous night, Jenna had been feeling terrible. She wouldn't be bothered if this was someone else's will. However, it was Vivian's, whom she had always looked up to. This made her feel worse.
It was clearly stated in the will, and the handwriting was Vivian's too. It looked legitimate to her.
If Hansen refused to marry Liya, then he would lose everything within the Richards Group. She knew about the consequences, and she knew very well that Hansen would end up with nothing. His past efforts would be wasted. This was an extremely cruel thing to happen to a man like him.
Although Hansen didn't talk with Jenna about this, she knew what he was facing. She couldn't allow him to risk everything for her.
At that moment, Vivian's eyes that were shut slowly opened up after hearing Jenna's words. Vivian stared at Jenna with a blank and confused expression.
"Grandma, can you recognize me?" Jenna immediately leaned closer to Vivian and asked in a hurry.
Vivian looked at her for a while and said in a trembling voice, "Hansen, Hansen."
Jenna's bright eyes darkened.
For the past few days, Vivian had been experiencing hallucinations. She would be calling out to Trevor, Claude, Norton, or Hansen from time to time. There were also times where Vivian would call out Jenna's name. However, Vivian was always in a daze. She was just muttering their names without being aware of what was happening.
Tears welled up in Jenna's eyes. She placed her cheek in Vivian's hand, not knowing what to do.
She was supposed to pick Sara up and come over to Richards Manor the previous night. However, this had been postponed because of what had happened.
With Liya making a scene over here, Jenna was not in a mood to pick Sara up. She didn't want Sara to feel upset about the whole situation. However, with Vivian's condition worsening by the day, she knew she should somehow bring Sara over before it was too late.
Jenna was also in a dilemma.
Aunt Ella brought over some porridge and herbal soup. Jenna stood up with tears still welled up in her eyes. She was about to take the food over, when Vivian suddenly tugged at her arm.
Jenna was surprised and she lowered her head to glance at Vivian.
Vivian was muttering something.
Jenna hurriedly bent down. She paid attention to what Vivian was muttering about, and was taken aback when she heard, "Lilian, Lilian". Jenna widened her eyes.
"Grandma, are you looking for Madam Lilian?" Jenna asked in a loud voice near Vivian's ear.
However, Vivian just continued muttering, accompanied with some heavy breathing. She couldn't say anything else, or more accurately, she didn't hear what Jenna was asking.
Jenna could only hold Vivian's hand in hers as she sobbed.
"This is really annoying me," Marrisa said with a sigh as she walked into Vivian's bedroom.
Jenna quickly wiped away her tears with one hand and wriggled out of Vivian's grasp.
"What's wrong?" Jenna forced a smile and asked.
There was a hint of embarrassment and guilt as Marissa saw Jenna. Then, she spotted Jenna's eyes, which were already red from the crying. Marissa felt terrible. She took Jenna's hand in hers and said, "My child, that Liya woman is just really shameless. She found her way in, once again. I am angry, but there's nothing I can do. I hope you won't overthink things."
Jenna was startled. She finally understood why Marissa looked so frustrated.
Liya was moving in again?
Jenna's face turned pale.
"My child, rest assured, I will always be by your side. If she dares to pull anything, then I won't let her get away with it." Marissa took in Jenna's expression and immediately consoled her. She was worried that Jenna's emotions might also affect the baby in her womb.
Jenna had a wry smile and said, "I'm fine. Thank you."
However, she was not fine deep down. She felt that something stuffy was swelling in her chest. Jenna lowered her head and covered her mouth as she walked out of the bedroom.
Jenna was in the corridor when she saw the woman in her red dress, walking towards her in her usual seductive aura. The woman was holding an elegant purse, walking in her high heels, looking confident and arrogant.
Maud was following behind the woman, clearly looking anxious.
"Young Madam." Butler Maud immediately hurried over after spotting Jenna.
Jenna froze in place.
The woman standing in front of her was none other than Liya!
Jenna was staring at Liya with a surprised expression. Liya definitely looked different. If the previous Liya was a young and shy woman with huge ambitions hidden under her exterior, then the present Liya had already become a sultry and seductive woman with gorgeous curves. There was something in Liya's current vibe that made Jenna uncomfortable.
Liya was out of place, not only among the Richards family, but also with the solemn atmosphere in the Ink Garden.
Liya walked with her head held high towards Jenna.
"Hi, there. We meet again," Liya smiled bewitchingly. She confidently stroked her blonde hair. Everything about her looked feminine and seductive.
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