Chapter 4 Is It Enough ? Under Cadens icy gaze , Beatrice pressed her lips together tightly , trying her best to stay calm . Yet , despite her resolve , the memories of eight years of torment in her previous life caused her fingers to tremble uncontrollably . She turned her head around . Caden no longer looked at her . His voice was laced with disdain . Were you planning to get pregnant in secret ? Beatrice frowned , her eyes darting toward Monica . Monica had bought the pill . Did this mean she still hadnt given up on marrying her off to Caden ? Monica , under Cadens frosty stare , was already Compared to Xander , Monica feared Caden even more . She didnt have the guts to scheme under his watchful eyes . Then what was really going on here ? trembling like a leaf . Beatrice looked up , finding herself surrounded by countless stares . Among them , one particular gaze felt distinct . It belonged to Madelynn . The subtle smirk on her lips reminded Beatrice of dark moments from her past . And sure enough , in the next moment- Madelynn turned her back to the crowd and grasped Beatrices hand in a gesture of concern . Beatrice , Im so sorry , but I couldnt deceive Mr. Caden or Xander , so I had to come clean . But I never expected you would use me to divert public outrage while secretly planning to conceive . If I hadnt come to comfort you and overheard your scheme , wouldnt you have gotten your way ? If you had truly gotten pregnant , what would happen to Mr. Caden and me ? Tears streamed down Madelynns face as her voice broke with sobs , each word drenched in grievance . The crowd seethed with anger , rallying behind Madelynn with righteous indignation . Everyone knows what shes up to . She wants to replace Madelynn ! If she really got pregnant , using the child as leverage , Caden would have no choice but to marry her . By then , our family reputation would be utterly ruined ! A man clenched his fists in fury . Ive never seen such a shameless scheme in my life ! Thank heavens Madelynn thought of the bigger picture and didnt fall into her trap . Otherwise , a true pair of lovers would have been torn apart by her ! Caden , you cant keep Beatrice around . Who knows what tricks she might pull next ? Each word pierced Beatrices heart like a dagger . It was just like her past life everyone rallied around Madelynn , casting her aside as worthless . She had heard it all before . She should be used to it by now . 3.1 % Chapter 4 Is It Enough ? Menu Beatrice looked up only to meet Madelynns eyes . In the delicate gaze , there was a flicker of cunning . For a moment , Beatrice froze , watching Madelynn wipe her tears . But she subtly turned her back to the crowd and smirked . A smirk full of mockery . Full of challenge . Madelynn had switched the medicine ! Then Madelynn spoke again , her lips barely moving . Her voice remained as gentle and imploring as ever . Caden , please , show mercy to Beatrice . She didnt mean it ! Blame me for it . If it can safeguard the familys honor and make up for your loss , I would do anything for you , even sacrificing my reputation . If Beatrice hadnt caught that smug look , merely hearing Madelynns voice would have made anyone believe she was selfless and kind . It was at that moment Beatrice realized she had underestimated Madelynn . Living this life again , even though she had altered events , she had no magical powers and her enemies certainly hadnt become fools . Madelynn basked in Beatrices tension . She wasnt foolish enough to admit that the woman in the photos was her . Caden was a ruthless businessman . He and Xander must have weighed the pros and cons last night . Did they truly not know the womans identity ? If she confessed , Caden would think her manipulative , and Xander would deem her calculating . But this show of righteousness would earn Cadens trust , and even Xander would look at her with respect . Most importantly , no one would ever believe Beatrice again . Even if Caden had slept with her , so what ? A filthy plaything that was all she was . Beatrice felt the tension coursing through her body , but she was no longer the same Beatrice in her previous life . Understanding Madelynns ploy brought her a sense of calm . Madelynn faltered , her eyes locked on Beatrice . She was searching for cracks in her composure . But Beatrice ignored her , stepping past and moving to the head of the room . Cadens eyes met hers . His gaze was cold , filled with a trace of mockery . He toyed with the ring on his finger lazily , exuding a sense of dangerous indifference , as if Beatrice were merely a toy in his hand . The air around him was suffocating . Just like in her previous life , every word spoken to her was cold , filled with disdain . He had already decided she was a scheming woman . Any explanation she offered would be dismissed as mere lies . 3.1 % Menu Chapter 4 Is It Enough ? So why bother explaining at all ? A bitter smile tugged at Beatrices lips . Ive already said it the person in the photo isnt me . Since Madelynn wont admit it , why dont you ask Caden himself ? But isnt it strange , Madelynn ? You and Caden are engaged . Whatever happens between you two is perfectly natural . Caden didnt even deny it just now . Why are you in such a rush to explain ? Its almost like you dont love him . Stigmatizing was a skill . The skill was something she had learned from Madelynn in her previous life . Madelynns face stiffened . She spun around , her expression barely composed , shaking her head furiously . No ! I love Mr. Caden ! I just didnt want to deceive anyone ! If you hate lying so much , why slander me ? And besides … Beatrice turned to Caden , her words deliberate and measured . Is Caden the only man in the world ? Couldnt I want another mans child instead ? Caden was the last man that Beatrice would have ties with in this life . His eyes darkened , his knuckles whitening as he clenched his fist . He spoke low and harsh . What did you just say ? Beatrice raised her voice defiantly . I said , Caden isnt the only man in the world ! Any child I might have would never be yours ! Was I wrong ? Caden narrowed his eyes , his aura radiating dominance . The force of it almost made Beatrice stumble . She quickly averted her gaze to the rest of the room . Does anyone else have anything to say ? If not , Im tired . Im going to She turned on her heel to leave . Cadens voice was laden with icy menace . Stop ! Who is he ? The room fell silent , stunned . No one had expected Caden to ask that . Beatrice lowered her eyes , hiding all emotion . By now , he must have known the truth . But Caden had his own narrative to protect . rest no She glanced at her phone , her tone indifferent . Caden , dont worry . This will be over soon . Caden frowned imperceptibly . The man who prided himself on control now felt a ripple of unease . Just then , the butler entered with security guards . Theyre here for Ms. ne guard , respectful yet wary , addressed the room . Lindsey ordered a delivery . Strangers arent allowed , so I brought it myself . pal Chapter 4 it Enough ? Beatrice stepped forward , accepting the paper bag . Thank you . The bodyguard left . All eyes remained on her . Birth control pills . Menu She had felt uneasy even after asking Monica to get the pills ready , so she had placed another order herself to be sure . It turned out to be a wise decision . Beatrice opened the box and pulled out the foil pack , holding it up for all to see . Especially in front of Caden , she lingered a few extra seconds . Caden take good look . Satisfied ? Its definitely Rest assured , Caden , I will never have a child I shouldnt have . This is what you wanted , right ? Her self deprecating smile cut deep as she swiftly popped ten pills . Without hesitation , she swallowed one . Is one enough ? No ? Then how about more ? Two . Four … The crowd watched in horrified silence as she kept going . birth control pills . Beatrice reached for a fifth when Ryan , usually deferential to Xander , rushed forward and smacked the pills from her hand . Caden ! What are you doing ? Beatrice already said it wasnt her . Why are you putting her on the spot ? What will people say if this gets out ? Monica pulled Beatrice into her arms , sobbing . Enough ! Enough ! Shes not even married yet ! Taking so many could ruin her health ! Beatrices stomach churned with pain , cold sweat breaking out across her forehead . Even so , she held on , lifting her palm toward Caden , revealing one last pill . Caden … is it enough ? In the ongoing romance novel "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" by CrushReel, Cassandra finds herself in a seemingly perfect marriage with a loving husband and adorable stepchildren. However, her troubled past looms large, raising questions about the true stability of her newfound family. 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