Substitute Marriage With the Illegitimate Son novel Chapter 182

"I'm innocent! I didn't do any of it! Let go of me! Bernie, help me!" Fiona panicked. Her hairpin fell to the ground, leaving her hair in disarray as she struggled to break free from the handcuffs.

Two policemen had to hold Fiona in place as she continued to scream and thrash. "We have to take her away now."

Bernie lowered his eyes and remained silent. He didn't know how to defend Fiona.

Bernie was more shocked than anyone else when he learned what had happened. He had lost all trust in Fiona. The charges made him wonder if he had married a devil.

Bernie's stomach churned with unease. He didn't know whether he hated Fiona or not. "I have nothing to say," he finally said, waving his hand.

"Bernie, let me explain! They are accusing me of a crime I didn't commit. Think about all the things I have done for this family. I'm Jocelyn's mother, for God's sake!" Fiona shouted hysterically. Tears flowed through her thick foundation, leaving a black streak.

Just as the police were about to take Fiona away, a woman strutted into the house. Sounds of heels clicking on the floor reverberated across the room. The woman reeked of alcohol, smoke, and perfume.

"What did my mother do? Why are you arresting her?"

Jocelyn asked, switching her gaze between Fiona and the police. She had no clue about the problems the Lind family had been enduring.

The police ignored her and dragged Fiona into the car.

Confused, Jocelyn ran to Bernie, who had collapsed on the sofa. His face had turned pale. "Dad, what's going on? Why have the police arrested Mom?"