I Become A CEO After Divorce
Chapter 777: Let You Feel Guilty For A Lifetime

Chapter 777: Let You Feel Guilty for a Lifetime

"She said she wanted to make me feel guilty and restless for the rest of my life, and it was me who drove her to her death," Zane's voice was soft, reaching Yanis' ears, causing her to startle.

Lucia had been bouncing between Nealon, Bruce, and Miller throughout her life. Whether it was for Zane's sake or against Neve, she was quite heartless. But deep down, the person Lucia cared about the most was Bruce. Otherwise, she wouldn't have gone crazy trying to marry her daughter to her son.

Such thoughts could only have come from Lucia's mind. In order to achieve her goal, she resorted to conspiracies and calculations, but she couldn't help Yanis give birth to their first child smoothly. Now it seemed as if Zane was the one who had wronged her. It was unfortunate to have such a crazy and stubborn mother, both for Neve and Zane. It even involved Anika in the middle.

But Lucia showed no remorse and placed the blame on Zane for almost everything. It seemed like everything had happened because of Zane, and she was the victim. That's why Lucia chose such a cruel way to end her life.

And Lucia's intense actions were all for the sake of Bruce. She wanted Zane to help Neve, help Bruce. Zane's refusal drove Lucia to complete collapse, so she took out the hidden fork and brutally killed herself in front of Zane.

She left behind the words, "Zane, remember this scene for the rest of your life. You drove your own mother to death!"

Yanis couldn't help but feel a pang of pain just imagining that scene. She felt sorry for Zane, who had witnessed such a bloody scene.

So after Zane finished speaking, Yanis reached out and embraced him. "Zane, don't dwell on it."

Zane didn't say anything; he simply held Yanis tightly.

The two of them stayed embraced on the side chairs.

It wasn't until people arrived from the crematorium that Zane released Yanis.

Now, there was no way to contact anyone from the Lucia family, and after Lucia divorced Miller, she no longer belonged to the Lawrence family.

So Zane had directly sent Lucia's body to the crematorium, preparing for the cremation tomorrow.

Zane had stayed here overnight, showing his filial piety.

"Zane, shouldn't we take her home first?" Yanis asked.

"The Lucia family won't take care of her. Let it be like this. This is the last thing I can do for her," Zane replied.

After all, Lucia had given him life, so this act could be considered as settling things between them.

Yanis didn't say anything more. "Okay, you take care of it."

Lucia's funeral was simple, and only Phoebe attended.

After all, Lucia was Phoebe's elder.

In the vast cemetery, besides the funeral staff, there were only Zane, Phoebe, and one other person, Yanis. After taking care of Lucia's affairs, Zane suddenly fell ill.

He had a persistent high fever for several days.

Yanis was worried and didn't want to leave him at home, so she forcefully took him to the hospital with Albi. They administered IV fluids and medication, but his temperature kept fluctuating without coming down.

This situation persisted for nearly a week before things started to improve.

During Zane's illness, Old Mrs. Lawrence and Old Mr. Lawrence visited twice, Dylan and Rachel came as well. Finnley, Vincent, and even Haider came.

Bonnie came too.

It seemed like everyone they knew well paid a visit.

But the last person to come surprised Yanis.

When Adam showed up at the D-king Castle entrance carrying something, Yanis was taken aback.

Based on Yanis's understanding, Adam and Zane had no connection whatsoever.

Their relationship wasn't strong enough for Adam to visit carrying gifts.

"What's this? Miss Thompson doesn't intend to let me in?" Adam asked as he saw Yanis standing at the door, seemingly lost in thought. Only after hearing Adam's words did Yanis snap back to reality and step aside, allowing Adam to enter.

"Do you need to change your shoes?" Adam stood at the entrance and turned to Yanis.

Yanis shook her head, "No need, just come in."

Adam didn't hesitate and walked straight into the living room.

When Zane came downstairs and saw Adam entering from the front door, he paused for a moment. "How did Mr. Bennet end up here?" Adam raised the item in his hand when he heard Zane's voice. "I heard Mr. Lawrence was sick, so I came to check on him."

Zane walked from upstairs to the living room. "Have a seat."

Yanis approached to pour a cup of tea for Adam and then turned to the kitchen.

Zane hadn't been eating much these past few days, so Yanis planned to make some appetizing soup for him.

Adam glanced in the direction of the kitchen and then looked at Zane. "Still not better?"

"I won't die; it's just a minor cold," Zane replied indifferently.

"It's not how the rumors outside portray it," Adam said.

Zane raised an eyebrow. "Then, Mr. Bennet, please enlighten me. What are they saying? That my days are numbered?" Adam chuckled. "Something like that. So, I came to see for myself and hope I'm not interrupting your private time as a couple."

Zane's face remained expressionless. "Besides checking if I'm truly on my deathbed, I assume Mr. Bennet has another reason for being here?" Adam, seeing Zane speak directly, didn't beat around the bush either. "Indeed, there is another reason. It seems Mr. Lawrence is aware as well." Zane calmly stated, "I've said it before: I won't get involved in her affairs, nor will I meddle. If you want to get her out, you'll have to figure it out yourself."

Adam looked at Zane. "Regardless, she is your sister. Are you really not going to intervene?"

At this point, Adam paused and continued, "Moreover, you once cared about her. Are you truly this heartless?"

Zane looked at Adam with a composed gaze. "I'm curious. You've gone through great lengths to rescue her. What is it for?"

Zane didn't respond to Adam's statement. "If Mr. Bennet came to see me, well, you've seen me. I'm still alive and well. I hope that after leaving here, Mr. Bennet will help spread the truth. But if Mr. Bennet came to replace me because of her, then I'm sorry, I won't interfere."

Zane's words and attitude made his stance clear.

Zane wouldn't help Neve, nor would he meddle.

"Alright, since you put it that way, it wouldn't be appropriate for me to persist," Adam said.

After speaking, Adam stood up. "I won't disturb you any longer."

Zane had no intention of seeing him off and simply replied, "Goodbye, Mr. Bennet."

Note: The translation has been done as per the provided instructions. However, please note that the style and flow of the original text may differ from what is typically seen in American novels. Upon hearing Neve's question, Zane answered without hesitation, almost bluntly, "I do hate her, and that hasn't changed even now."

"If hating her can bring you some peace of mind, then go ahead and hate her," Neve whispered softly.

"Have you seen Adam?" Zane suddenly changed the topic.

When Neve heard Zane's question, her brow furrowed slightly. "So, you already know?"

"Just asking," Zane said.

Neve replied, "He came to see me and asked if I wanted to get out. He said he would help me if I wanted to leave."

As Neve spoke, she smiled and added, "My relationship with Adam is not even close to what I have with you. So, do you think I would believe his goodwill and let him take me out of here?" Zane frowned slightly. "Does he have something to gain?"

Neve shook her head, still smiling. "I have nothing now. What can he gain from me?"

After saying that, Neve's smile faded, and she looked at Zane seriously. "I'm sorry."

Zane's brow furrowed slightly in response to the sudden apology.

But Neve didn't say anything more. "Go back."

After speaking, Neve turned and walked towards the two female police officers standing nearby.

Once Neve was taken away, Zane shifted his gaze elsewhere.

As Neve passed by Yanis, she paused and looked at her. "Miss Thompson, are you feeling proud now?"

Yanis looked at Neve and replied, "A little bit, I guess."

Neve smiled briefly before leaving on her own.

Yanis watched Neve's retreating figure and couldn't help but recall what Bonnie had said earlier?? that someone from the Bennett family had hired a lawyer to help Neve appeal. If they succeeded, it would make them a prominent presence in Manches City.

Yanis was genuinely curious about where Neve's intense hatred towards her came from. Even if it was because of Zane, their relationship was already laid out, and it had nothing to do with her. Even if it wasn't her, it would have been someone else. They were impossible to avoid.

Unless...

A certain possibility crossed Yanis's mind, causing her brows to furrow. Neve wouldn

't go as far as Lucia, right? Hoping to marry Zane and all that.

This sudden thought sent a shiver down Yanis's spine.

After snapping out of her thoughts, Yanis walked into the hall.

When Yanis approached Zane, she didn't ask what Neve had said to him. She simply stood quietly by his side.

Just then, Albi entered from outside. "Mr. Lawrence, the group is coming over."

Zane acknowledged with a sound and then reached out, taking Yanis's hand and leading her to sit on a nearby chair.

"Yanis, don't you want to ask me why she committed suicide?" Just as Yanis was contemplating whether to start a conversation with Zane, he spoke up.