One Night Stand With That Beggar

Monique was dumbfounded as the smile on her face gradually disappeared.

Besides, those who thought that the Granger family’s reputation was finally going to be besmirched were all stunned too. Even Nelson didn’t see it coming.

He sent a message to Richard, “Hold on first!”

Naomi was also bemused.

The lawyer asked curiously, “Madam, what do you mean?”

Carol pursed her lips before saying, “Indeed, she is my husband’s superior, but she didn’t force us to do anything. My husband was wronged! She was also wronged!”

Naomi could feel tears welling up in her eyes.

The lawyer continued to ask, “However, several witnesses have already testified, claiming that their superior was the one who forced their husbands to commit the crime. How do you explain this?”

“It’s only because we were forced by a woman. She came to us and told us that she has intel and dirt on all of us. She threatened to send my brother to prison unless I do as she said.”

The lawyer smelt a rat and quickly followed up, “Who is that woman?”

Carol replied, “It’s a woman named Monique Chilton. I should have investigated more, but I failed to do so. Nonetheless, I know where she lives.”

Carol instantly recited the address of the place where she was brought to previously.

The information was immediately handed over to the police, who immediately sent officers over for investigation.

Monique sat at the very end of the courtroom. Underneath her mask, her expression contorted uglily as she glared at Carol.

How could this b*tch turn against her!

Fortunately, she happened to attend the trial without anyone’s knowledge.

The lawyer asked again, “Then, why are you saying this at such a critical moment?”

Carol frowned as she explained, “Although I’m from someplace rural, I am not a fool. I am fully aware of who’s righteous and who’s not. Miss George has done so much for us. How can I simply doubt her without finding out the truth? I won’t be able to live with myself if I really did slander her.”

Upon hearing that, Walter, who was standing behind her, looked at his wife proudly.

When all the other men heard that, they all lowered their heads shamefully.

The trial finally came to an end. After immediate verification, it was confirmed that all witnesses other than Carol were framing Naomi.

According to the law, they had to bear the corresponding legal responsibilities.

As for Carol, she was allowed to go home straight away because she was brave enough to tell the truth.

Naomi waited for a while outside the courtroom. When she saw Carol coming out, she quickly stopped her.

“Madam Lance.”

Carol stopped in her tracks and walked towards Naomi awkwardly. Before Naomi could speak, she was already apologizing.

“I’m sorry, Miss George. I should have discussed it with you earlier.”

Naomi shook her head and laughed, “Of course not! Madam Lance, I was really touched. I didn’t expect you to tell the truth. I thought you would accuse me just like the others.”

Carol waved her hands and dismissed the possibility, “Shouldn’t it be expected of me to tell the truth? Moreover, like I said a while ago, I am not a fool. I don’t believe anything that comes out of that woman’s mouth.”

“But…” Naomi suddenly remembered what Carol had said about her younger brother.

“What about your brother?”

Carol gritted her teeth and sighed, “He reaps what he sows! That brat, I didn’t expect him to lie to me for so long. All these years, I thought that he was studying diligently, only to find that he has been secretly gambling behind my back. I won’t let him off easily, and neither will my parents if they’re still alive and well.”

“Now that there are people supervising him on my behalf, I’m relieved. It’s better than letting him get in trouble outside.”

Naomi couldn’t agree with her more.

“Thank you, Lance!”

Carol replied, “Don’t mention it! You’re always nice to us, so we definitely won’t forget your kindness.”

As they were talking, Nelson’s cell phone rang. He said with a faint smile, “I’m going to pick up this call.”

Naomi nodded and said, “Okay!”

Seeing this, Carol remembered what Monique said to her that day, and she couldn’t help but look at Nelson.Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.

Naomi was perplexed and asked, “What’s wrong?”

Carol commented, “Mr. Luther and you look like you have a great relationship.”

Naomi didn’t say anything, but the happy expression on her face was self-evident.

Even though Carol was straightforward, she could still read the room. She was rather dubious about what Monique had told her, especially since Monique wasn’t really a truthful person. She was most likely weaving lies to trick her.

Hence, she decided not to point it out.

In the end, Carol did not say anything and just gave a slight reminder to Naomi.

“Miss George, you’d better keep a watchful eye on the people around you. At the very least, you’ll be able to pick out the rotten apples before it’s too late.”

Naomi didn’t think much about that comment. She thought that Carol was talking about the people she had helped before, therefore she replied casually.

“Everyone is very nice to me, so I’m very lucky! Let’s go, I’ll send you home!”

…

Meanwhile, Nelson received a phone call from Richard.

“I think I saw someone resembling Monique Chilton running out of the courtroom a while ago. I have sent someone to chase after her, but they failed to catch up.”

Realizing that he had missed the boat to catch Monique, Nelson’s heart skipped a beat.

He thought that Monique wouldn’t dare to show up at the courtroom. Unexpectedly, the most dangerous place was also the most inconspicuous hiding spot.

A person like her would definitely come to the scene just to check out the events that unfolded.

It was such a pity that an amazing chance to catch her had slipped by.

More importantly, Monique’s hatred towards Naomi must have intensified for sure!

“Keep track of Monique’s whereabouts and actions. In addition, I need some skillful bodyguards.”

Richard chuckled, “I have already made the arrangements even before you asked. You want to protect Miss George, don’t you?”

Nelson raised an eyebrow and smirked, “Looks like it’s time for you to get a girlfriend. You’ve never cared about such miniscule details in the past!”

Richard felt a little embarrassed and quickly dismissed the suggestion, “Well, I’ve learnt a lot since I have been following you for a long time. I’ll give the bodyguards an order in a while. They will be waiting for you outside your house later!”

“Great!”

As soon as he hung up the phone, Naomi and Carol came out.

It was not until they had sent Carol back that Nelson said, “It is clear that someone is out to hurt you. Thus, I have arranged a few bodyguards for you. Remember to bring them wherever you go!”

Naomi felt that it was unnecessary. She asked curiously, “Seriously? That’s a bit too much, don’t you think so? I’ve never heard of Monique before. Maybe she is Master Clarke’s competitor? By the way, her name sounds familiar to me. Doesn’t your neighbor have the same name too?”

She sensed that there was something amiss upon noticing Nelson furrowing his brows.

“Don’t tell me… She really is your neighbour?”

Nelson truly didn’t want to mention Monique in front of Naomi. However, he had to give Naomi a warning as times were desperate now. He had to avoid Monique hurting Naomi in any way.

“Maybe!”

Naomi was bewildered as she gasped, “Why is she targeting me then?”

Nelson looked at her, but his words were stuck in his throat. He only managed to mutter, “She…”