Chapter 133 It's You I'm Hitting
Susanna laughed awkwardly. "Aunt Johnson, I'll go wash some fruit." She made an excuse to leave the ward, feeling relieved as she found it a bit overwhelming just now.
As she left, Dick immediately spoke to his mother, "Mom, why did you ask so many questions just now? Susanna is a bit sensitive."
"You don't understand. If I don't address these issues now and assert some control over her, how can I be her mother-in-law in the future? Didn't you say Susanna is talented and capable? If you can't tame her, she'll end up bossing you around and making you do whatever she wants," Harper explained.
Dick felt helpless. "Mom, you're overthinking it. Susanna won't do that."
"Dick, I'm doing this for your own good. You got hurt for her this time, but I don't think she likes you that much yet. If I don't intervene, when will you ever have a chance with her? You'll end up getting hurt for nothing."
Harper felt uneasy seeing Dick injured. If Susanna didn't appreciate it, she wouldn't let it go so easily.
Dick leaned against the bed. "Mom, I know what's going on. Please don't meddle."
"She's an orphan, and you're more than suitable for her. She just wants to have control over you, pretending she has no feelings for you."
Dick was at a loss for words. He didn't know how to explain to his mother that Susanna had found her family and was not an orphan. Moreover, her family was quite wealthy.
Susanna was keeping a low profile and hadn't told anyone yet. If he pursued her during this time, wouldn't he be able to marry into wealth in the future? With the help of influential connections, wouldn't his studio flourish quickly?
He couldn't tell his mother about these thoughts. If he did, Harper wouldn't understand and might ruin things for him.
Shortly after, Susanna entered the ward with clean fruit. "Dick, thank you for saving me this time."
"No big deal. But who would dare to do such a thing in a big city?" Dick asked.
"It was my foster parents. But now the police have caught them, and they will be punished," Susanna replied.
Dick nodded. "That's good. I've been worried about your situation."
Harper added, "My son is very worried about you. He can't even have a good rest in the hospital."
Susanna glanced at Dick helplessly. It seemed she needed to clarify things with him soon to avoid misunderstandings.
However, when Susanna backed to her ward after visiting Dick,she saw an unexpected person inside, Erica.
Susanna's eyes narrowed with caution. "What are you doing here?"
"I heard you were almost kidnapped to a remote area to have a baby, so I came to check on you. It's a pity you seem fine. Is this all a setup, deliberately getting Aaron to save you?" Erica had heard that Aaron had almost flipped down of Crestview to find Susanna's whereabouts.
The more Erica thought about it, the more jealous she became. Why did Aaron call off the engagement but treat Susanna so well?
Susanna smirked, "Erica, your perspective shapes your view of everything."
"Susanna, are you pretending to be innocent? I warn you not to dream about you and Aaron getting a happy ending. You are not a match."
Susanna raised an eyebrow. "It seems that you, a mistress, don't have the right to demand, do you? Your engagement was called off. You've always been an intruder in our relationship. As long as I don't step aside, you'll never be able to take my place."
Her words struck at Erica's heart.
Erica, in a fit of anger, raised her hand and said, "Susanna, who do you think you are calling me his mistress? Let me tell you, my brother is also in this hospital, and I'll make sure you pay for this! I've seen plenty of women like you with no manners. You are just trashy like your aunt, Madison."
Susanna grabbed Erica's hand and slapped her back. Her eyes cold, she said, "Erica, you can insult me, but watch your mouth. If I hear you insult my aunt again, I'll make sure you regret it, believe me."
Madison, despite her timid nature and many flaws, raised her. She wouldn't allow anyone to speak ill of Madison.
Erica was furious. "Susanna, how dare you hit me?"
"I just did. Is there a problem?" Susanna's demeanor suddenly changed. She casually picked up a fruit knife nearby. "I'm not in a good mood right now. You better not provoke me."
"Susanna, what are you going to do? I'm form the Jones family. If you lay a hand on me, you'll be in big trouble."Erica tried to threaten Susanna.
Susanna raised an eyebrow. "So what? There are no cameras in the room, and I'm still Mrs. Abbott. This is Lindwell, not Novaria. What can you do to me?"
Erica trembled with anger. "You're crazy, Susanna! Let me tell you, the compensation you received was from my brother's company. If I make a call, you won't get that money."
Susanna remained calm. "If I don't get it, so be it. It's not a big deal. I don't lack that money now."
Erica was surprised by Susanna's composure. She didn't react as expected. Wasn't someone like Susanna, from a poor background, supposed to eagerly accept extra compensation?
Susanna toyed with the fruit knife, her gaze indifferent. "I have nothing now. I'm not afraid of anything."
Erica fled the room, and soon the ward returned to quietness.
Susanna smiled to herself. It seemed that when one started acting crazy, things went much smoother.
Erica ran out straight to Austin's office with a bruised face. "Austin, I've been bullied."
Austin had just finished inspecting the ward and returned. Seeing the slap mark on Erica's face, he frowned. "Who dared to hit you?"
Erica had never been one to be bullied.
Erica whined with tears. "Austin, you have to help me. Since that woman dared to hit me, clearly she is not taking our Jones family seriously."
Austin remained calm. "Erica, you don't need to make up these excuses to provoke me. It's pointless. When you were young, you bullied others with the influence of the Jones family. Why are you still coming to me now that you're grown up?"
"Austin, it is different. The person who hit me is Aaron's ex-wife. How can I afford to offend her in Lindwell?" Erica explained.
Austin was surprised. "Why did Aaron's ex-wife hit you?"
"She said I'm Aaron's mistress!" Erica claimed.
Austin questioned,"Technically, she's right. I heard Aaron hasn't divorced his ex-wife yet. Isn't your engagement with Aaron demonstrating your role as his mistress?"
Erica was taken aback by his response and said defiantly, "Austin, you are responsible for my canceled engagement!"
