Chapter 17 The Illegitimate Child's Disdain

• Although Summer had long since seen through Lawrence's true nature and despised him to the core, a tangled web of emotions stirred within her. The past lingered, for she had genuinely loved him once. Now, encountering him again after marrying another left her feelings in a tumultuous state.
• Meanwhile, Abigail's eyes caught sight of Summer, and the shock that crossed her face was unmistakable. "I can't believe you're still alive!" she exclaimed, her voice laced with fury as she glared at Summer.
• Summer understood well that Abigail wished for nothing more than her downfall. The frantic expression on Abigail's face spoke volumes. A cold smile curved on Summer's lips as she replied, "I'm sorry to disappoint you."