Mr. Sallow's Sinful Wife
Chatper 5

Chatper 5

Chapter 5 Madelline Injured Her Leg

“Nancy, how could you use that tone … ” Before Nicholas could finish his words … Suddenly, the driverslammed on the brakes violently. Nancy was thrown into Nicholas’ arms, and her eyes were spinning.Fortunately, Nicholas protected her head with his hands. Otherwise, she might have suffered a headinjury. The driver kept apologizing, “I’m sorry, Mr. Sallow.” “Keep focused when you’re driving.” Nicholasturned to Nancy and said, “How could you use that tone?” “You’re the one who asked me to beg you.”Nancy continued replying in a charming voice. Being married to Nicholas these years, this was almostthe first time she acted spoiled to Nicholas. She had always restrained herself, fearing he might not likeit or think she was too childish. Knowing that they were getting divorced soon, she felt morecourageous. Even if he doesn’t like it, this might be the last time for her to act like this. “Sit properly,”Nicholas looked at and told Nancy. Nancy immediately sat up straight. “Speak nicely in the future,” hereminded her. “Oh.” He seemed extremely dissatisfied with Nancy’s answer and said, “Did youunderstand what I have just said?” “I did.” “It’s pointless if you just listened without doing it.” “And by theway, don’t use that tone with other men,” Nicholas added. After saying that, he couldn’t help but mutterto himself, ‘Nicholas, what are you doing?’ It’s simply insane! You’re getting divorced soon. After that,she can act spoiled with anyone else she wants. How can you control it? He loosened his tie infrustration and finally felt some relief in his breath. When applying the ointment, Nicholas’ movementswere very gentle and soft. His fingertips lightly massaged Nancy’s neck, as gentle as a feather, ticklingher. His breath blew softly to Nancy’s earlobes, leaving an indescribable feeling. Nancy couldn’t helpbut tremble slightly. Nicholas’ fingers also trembled. His eyes were deep, making it difficult to discernhis emotions. Finally, he had finished applying the ointment. Nancy breathed a sigh of relief. At a trafficlight intersection, Nicholas suddenly spoke. “Turn left. Let’s go to the mall.” Nancy wondered andasked, “Aren’t you going to the company today?” “Grandpa’s birthday is ahead of schedule, and wehaven’t prepared any gifts yet.” Enlightened by his words, Nancy immediately understood and nodded,“I’ll go with you.” The two of them went directly to the jewellery department. As soon as they arrived at

the store, they heard a soft voice calling out, “Nicholas!” Nancy turned around and saw Madelline. In aninstant, she was utterly stunned. She wouldn’t have believed it if she hadn’t seen it with her own eyes.Because she saw it clearly that Madelline was sitting in a wheelchair. How can it be? Her leg? She hadnever heard anyone mention that Madelline had a leg injury. Wasn’t she a dancer? Nancy was shockedto her core and stood there, unable to react for a long time. Until Nicholas spoke, “Why are you here?The mall has a strong air conditioning, and you’re lightly dressed. Aren’t you cold?” While speaking, hetook off his clothes and draped them over Madelline’s shoulders. Feeling embarrassed, Madellinelooked at Nancy and said, “I’m not cold, actually. He’s too worried about me and afraid I might catch acold.” These words were clearly said on purpose for Nancy to hear. Nancy lowered her head andremained silent. Madelline looked at Nicholas and continued, “I heard that Grandpa’s birthday iscoming up early. I would like to pick a gift for him. You just happened to come over, and you know whatGrandpa likes. Can you choose it with me? “Okay!” Madelline immediately smiled with happiness,resembling a gentle young woman. “Mandy, I’m a bit thirsty. Can you pass me my water please?” “MissPhillip, I’m sorry, the water in the thermos has run out. I’ll call and ask someone to send another bottle.”Nicholas quickly spoke, “How long will it take for the delivery? I’ll go pick it up. All of you wait here.”Then, he looked at Nancy and said, “I’ll go and be right back.” “Okay!” Nancy nodded. After Nicholasleft, Madelline also dismissed Mandy. Instantly, only the two of them remained. Nancy moved her lipsslightly and was about to speak, but Madelline took the opportunity and spoke first, “He’s always likethis. He’s very hands-on when it comes to anything related to me.” “I have also told him to leave it tohis assistants, but Nicholas said he can’t trust anyone else,” Madelline continued. Even though Nancydidn’t want to listen to any of their love stories, Madelline’s words still managed to affect her. Nicholaswas indeed very attentive. In their two years of marriage, he never forgot her birthday, anniversary, orany occasion. However, every time, it was Lynn Dawn who handled everything. Nicholas neverpersonally took care of anything. On the other hand, Madelline only needed hot water for her thermos,and he insisted on fetching it himself. Indeed, one’s wouldn’t be hurt if there’s no comparison. Nancy,oh, Nancy, you have lost so miserably. They remained silent for a while, then Madelline initiated aconversation, “Want to have some talks?” “Yeah.” Nancy nodded. Seeing Nancy continuously looking

at her leg, Madelline said, “It seems like you really don’t know.” Nancy shook her head and said, “I havenever heard about it. How can your legs become like this? Nicholas didn’t tell me.” “Of course Nicholasdidn’t tell you,” Madelline’s tone became excited. Perhaps realizing this, she took a deep breath andcontrolled her emotions, “I’m sorry, I got a little bit too excited.” “Not only Nicholas, but I think nobody inthe Sallows would dare to tell you.” “Why?” “Because Grandpa is the absolute authority in the Sallows.His orders are absolute. Who would dare to defy them?” Seeing Nancy’s confusion, Madellinecontinued. “The Sallows have protected you too well, especially Grandpa. You are incredibly luckyeven though you come from a humble background, do you know that?” “Grandpa treats you like hisown granddaughter just because your mother saved their lives, right? Sometimes, I can’t help but think,if my mother was the one who saved Grandpa and his son, would my fate with Nicholas have beendifferent? Would I have been able to marry him as I wished?” Nancy had a bad feeling about this. Forsome reason, she felt that there were things she didn’t know about, and they were slowly revealingthemselves. “What do you mean by saying these words?” Nancy’s breath became faster. “Back then,Grandpa was determined to match you with Nicholas. He wanted Nicholas to marry you, but Nicholasnever agreed. The two of them were in a standoff for a long time. However, Nicholas was still young,and the Sallows’ power was all in Grandpa’s hands. He used various means to pressure Nicholas, andin the end, Nicholas couldn’t resist anymore and was forced to marry you.” “No, you are lying.” Nancysuddenly resisted fiercely. She couldn’t accept that her marriage was a result from coercion behindclosed doors. Madelline smiled without saying a word. “I’m speaking the truth. Nicholas married youbecause he had to protect me.”