The Price of Lies

After receiving his bonus, my husband, John Anderson, used his savings and bought his mother a house in the city.

Considering my mother-in-law, Mary Anderson’s age, it was not ideal for her to stay alone in the countryside. Hence, I transferred the money without any hesitation.

However, when John went to fetch his mother for house-viewing, she appeared unexpectedly before my door.

“Helen, I can understand that you feel unwell due to your pregnancy, but my husband left me so little money. I can’t give it all to you.”

I was dumbfounded.

Just when I was about to clarify matters, my husband called me.

“Helen, Mom doesn’t like this house. The other house she likes is three hundred thousand dollars more expensive. Quick, transfer me the money.

“Oh, by the way, I’m afraid Mom will feel bad about this, so I didn’t tell her the actual price. When we visit her, please don’t accidentally tell her this information. I’m afraid she’d feel embarrassed.”

I touched my flat belly.

“Mary, did you say that I’m pregnant?”

The next second, Mary’s phone started to ring.

“Mom, Helen’s feeling uncomfortable, and she wants to buy a massage chair. Please send me more money!”

Mary was also dumbfounded.

“Aren’t you John’s wife?”

When Mary Anderson did not respond, John Anderson prodded her.

“Mom, why are you muttering to yourself? Quick!”

Then, we heard a soft female voice on the other end of the call.

“Mary, please don’t think that it’s expensive. It’s all for the baby!

“Any other mother-in-law would’ve already sent money over to support her son’s family when her daughter-in-law is pregnant. Why aren’t you doing the same?”

I could not help but frown. Just when I wanted to ask who she was, the call ended.

Mary was at a loss as she grabbed her phone.

“What’s going on?”

I sneered. I asked my assistant to locate John’s current location and immediately drove over.

On the way there, I discussed the matter with Mary.

The more we talked, the more the truth came to light. Over the years, John had claimed that he was traveling to the countryside to take care of Mary because she was ill. He had never made such a trip even once.

He had even told Mary that I disliked the countryside and had barred him from returning.

It was no wonder Mary never really spoke to me during festive seasons.

I walked into the empty building and raised my voice.

“John, where are you? Come out now!”

A woman walked out of a bedroom and stood before me.

“Who are you? Why are you looking for my husband?”

I stared at her. She was wearing a skimpy dress.

When she saw me, she purposely pulled up her hair and revealed the hickeys on her neck.

In a moment of recognition, I recalled that this woman was Gabby Smith, an intern in the company.

During her internship, she often got really close to John. I had been really uncomfortable with it.

I questioned John about it, but he simply said that I was overthinking.

He said that he was helping her because she had just started working, so he was afraid that her slow progress would hinder my work.

Her plight moved me, so I deliberately signed a few deals to improve her results.

I never once thought that I was helping my husband’s mistress.

Just as I was about to speak, Mary walked over and grabbed Gabby’s arm.

“Where’s John? I want to see him!”

Gabby was shocked.

When she saw Mary and her modest dressing, she slapped Mary in disdain.

With a loud slap, Mary fell to the floor.

“You old hag! Why are you touching me with your dirty hands?

“Security, someone’s trespassing here! Quick, escort them out!”

I helped Mary up and questioned her angrily.

“She’s John’s mother. How dare you hit her?”

Gabby was momentarily stunned.

Then, she laughed.

“My husband is a CEO. He’s worth millions of dollars. How could he possibly have such a poor mother? You should think it through before you lie!

“Get out before I lose my temper! Otherwise, I’m going to break your legs!”

Mary had never been treated so poorly in her life. She held her swollen cheek and was rendered completely speechless.

I was stunned by John’s shameless facade.

“What did you say? Did you say that John is a CEO?

“I’m going to call him right now and see if he still dares to claim that he’s a CEO, and that he’s married to you!”

Gabby saw me taking out my phone and immediately reached out to snatch it.

“My husband has nothing to do with you. He’s signing an agreement to purchase a house inside! Stop harassing us!”

The manager walked over with a security guard.

Gabby pointed at us and yelled.

“We’re going to be the owners of this property! Hurry up and throw these two beggars out!

“If they hurt my baby, none of you will be able to bear the consequences!”

Mary was even more agitated after she heard that.

“It’s an illegitimate child! I don’t agree to this! Abort it immediately!”

Gabby’s face darkened. Under everyone’s curious gazes, she became extremely furious. She lifted her foot and forcefully kicked Mary with her high heels.

“Old witch, how dare you insult me! Do you have a death wish? Get her out of here immediately, otherwise I’m getting my husband to fire all of you!”