The Ex and Her Riches
Chapter 361

Chapter 361

Craig’s expression darkened as he continued, “Our father insisted on putting Charles under ourmother’s name, but she vehemently refused. She couldn’t accept that not only did he have an affair, buthe had also brazenly brought the mistress’ son back. Moreover, he demanded Charles be recognizedin the family registry. In a fit of anger, she left home alone while she was eight months pregnant. Youwere born while she was away. During her pregnancy, she experienced anxiety and had some mentalissues, and accidentally lost you. She blamed herself for many years for this incident…”

Jennifer listened in shock, feeling as though her understanding of herself had been overturned. “Even ifI resemble your mother, there are no records of my parents or my birth in Fairlake Orphanage. Whatmakes you so certain that I am the child of the Newton family?”

“Indeed, you were too young when our mother lost you, and considering she went to the neighboringcity at the time, we don’t know what unforeseen circumstances occurred. You ended up being adoptedby Fairlake Orphanage, which is why, for all these years, I sent many people to the neighboring city butcouldn’t replace you.”

Craig walked to a nearby table and handed Jennifer a document.

“I wasn’t certain either, which is why I discreetly had someone monitor your filming crew and try toobtain your hair for a DNA test with our mother.”

Jennifer received the DNA test report from Craig. When she saw the words “mother and daughter”written in the bottom right corner of the document, tears rolled down her cheeks.

Craig looked at her and said gently, “This test report can’t be wrong. You truly are the preciousdaughter of the Newton family and my younger sister, Elise Newton.” He placed his hands on hershoulder. “Starting tomorrow, will you come back to live with the Newtons? I’ll have the room prepared,the one our mother used to stay in. During the day, you can spend more time talking to her. For all theyears we owed you, I’ll make it up to you double-fold.”

“I… Can you give me some time to digest this news?”

Jennifer had lived as an orphan for over twenty years until Craig suddenly told her that she was thedaughter of the Newton family. Not only did she have parents, but she also had a group of siblings.

The news was too shocking.

It left her bewildered and she was unable to accept it at once.

“Okay. I understand that you’re not used to it yet. We’ll take it slow and change your name first. If youdon’t want to come live with us, I can arrange accommodation for you outside. You can’t continuestaying with Treyton.”

Jennifer abruptly lifted her head. “Why? Treyton and I are a genuine couple. In this day and age, isn’t itnormal for couples to live together?”

Craig patiently explained, “It may be considered normal for ordinary families, but we belong to the thirdprominent family in Salinsburgh. Once I reveal your identity, we will have to follow the regulations ofprominent families.”

Although Jennifer was unfamiliar with the regulations, with Gwendolyn and Cedrick as examples, shecould vaguely guess. “You mean we have to wait until our engagement is publicly announced?”

“Yes. If Treyton genuinely loves you, he will ask his father to visit us and arrange the engagement,”Craig replied.

“All right,” Jennifer relented.

As long as she could still be with Treyton, she didn’t mind the formalities.

Regarding the name change, she continued, “I’m used to being called Jennifer. Can we keep that? Atmost, I can change my surname and be called Jennifer Newton.”

“As you wish.”

Craig rubbed her head affectionately and looked at her face intently.

Among his siblings, she resembled their mother the most when she was young.

Jennifer wasn’t accustomed to being touched by any man other than Treyton. However, since Craigwas her second brother, she suppressed her inner resistance.

She was still holding her mother’s photo tightly in her hand, and her eyes were gradually filled with joy.

“Does Mom live in this mansion? Can I go see her now? I’ve lived for over twenty years withoutexperiencing the feeling of having a mother. I really want to hug her,” Jennifer said, expressing herlonging.

Craig’s hand that was caressing her head froze for a moment. He withdrew his gentle gaze andconcealed a hint of unease in his eyes.

Before he could answer, the bodyguard urgently knocked on the door of the ancestral hall.

“Mr. Craig, Mr. Treyton is here! He looks angry. It’s terrifying! His men are fighting with our bodyguards!”

“Oh no!” Jennifer exclaimed in shock and immediately turned and ran outside. The bodyguard quicklyled the way, while Craig calmly followed behind.

Outside the entrance of the Newton residence, chaos ensued.

In a fit of anger, Treyton had already injured several of the Newton family’s bodyguards.

“Stop! Stop fighting!”

Upon hearing Jennifer’s voice, Treyton immediately stopped his bodyguards.

Jennifer rushed to his side, checking if he was injured, while Treyton observed her.

When he saw her red eyes, he became furious. Seeing Craig approaching from afar, he went straightto him, ready to throw a punch.

“Craig Newton! How dare you kidnap my woman! Don’t think I won’t offend you just because you’re thedeputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation! What have you done to Jennifer!”

Craig raised an eyebrow, a slight smile playing at the corner of his lips. He casually tucked his handsinto his trouser pockets without offering an explanation.

“He didn’t do anything to me! He didn’t mistreat me!” Jennifer quickly embraced Treyton, who wasabout to lose control. “He’s my… second brother!”

Upon hearing Jennifer’s words, Treyton stopped his swinging fist.

Craig glanced at the fist that was inches away and chuckled lightly. “Treyton, you were just a tiny bitaway from permanently offending your second brother-in-law!”

“Brother?”

Treyton looked at Jennifer in confusion.

“It’s quite sudden, and it’s a long story. I’ll explain everything to you when we get back!” Jenniferhurriedly assured.

After a long flight of over ten hours, Gwendolyn and the others finally returned to their homeland in theearly morning of the following day.

She stood on the stairs descending from the plane, gazing at the open landscape and breathing in thefresh air.

Cedrick walked behind her and scooped her up in his arms.

She felt weightless and immediately tightened her grip around his neck.

He lowered his head and lightly nuzzled her nose. “Did you have trouble adjusting to the food in Erihal?What would you like to eat today? I’ll personally cook for you and fill your stomach.”

Gwendolyn leaned closer to his ear and whispered something that only the two of them could hear.

He flashed a rare solemn expression and replied, “No, that’s not allowed. You’re pregnant! After I’mdone administering the antidote, I’ll accompany you to the hospital first to make sure you’re fine. Onlythen will I let you eat to your heart’s content!”

Despite her displeasure, Gwendolyn allowed him to carry her off the plane.

Nico had become accustomed to their constant public displays of affection and remained unaffected.

However, being curious as girls tend to be, Nicole asked, “Nico, what do you think Ms. Gwendolynwants to eat that would make Mr. Jenson show such an expression?”

Nico remained silent.

It seems that these two can only engage in banter and flirtation with little room for any otherconversations beyond their daily teasing.