Early in the morning , Jessica got up and made breakfast . After eating with her son and Selene , they headed downstairs together . As usual , Selene was the one driving . She would first drop Arthur off at kindergarten , then take Jessica to work before heading to her office . Just as they reached the apartment entrance , Selene got off the car . Not far away , a sleek black luxury sedan was parked . The door suddenly opened , and Jane stepped out . Jessica , Jane called out coldly . Hearing her name , Jessica looked up , slightly surprised to see Jane here this early in the morning . Judging by how she stormed over , she wasnt here for anything good . Jessica didnt want Jane to see her son , so she quickly told Selene to take the child to the car and wait for her there . Selene frowned . Dont bother with her . Its fine . Shes already found me here . Even if I avoid her now , she might just show up at my workplace next time , Jessica reassured her with a pat on the shoulder . Knowing Jessica had a point , Selene sighed . Alright , but be careful . If anything seems off , call me right away . Got it Jessica smiled and turned to her son , ruffling his hair . Go with your godmother and wait for me in the car ! Arthur frowned . Mommy , come back quickly . He had a bad feeling about this woman . Once she saw them leave , Jessica walked over to Jane . Jane , what brings you here ? She barely got the words out before slap ! Jane swung her hand across her face without warning . A burning pain spread across Jessicas cheek , and a ringing filled her ears . Janes furious voice followed immediately . Jessica , do you have no shame ? Who gave you the audacity to come back ? Get out of Eldoria immediately , or youll regret it ! Still stunned by the slap , Jessica barely had time to react before she heard the sound of running footsteps behind her . A small figure suddenly rushed in front of her . Arthur choued lane with all his might his little fare filled with anger You evil woman ! How dare Selene had also run over , giving the boy a thumbs up before glaring at Jane . You crazy old hag ! Hitting someone in broad daylight ? You want me to call the cops and get you locked up ? Jane had been caught off guard by Arthurs push . She stumbled back and nearly fell , managing to steady herself by grabbing onto the car . only Once she regained her footing , her face twisted in rage . But as her gaze fell on the little boy , she suddenly froze . This child … he looked so familiar . A strange feeling crept over her . Why did he remind her of Hugh when he was a kid ? He had called Jessica mommy , but did that mean he was her son ? Janes initial anger was quickly replaced by shock and suspicion . This … this is your son ? She stared at Jessica in disbelief . Jessica had deliberately avoided letting Jane see her child to prevent unnecessary trouble , but things had still spiraled out of control . Evil woman ! You hit my mommy Im calling the police ! Arthur absolutely would not allow anyone to bully his mommy . Jessica gently pulled her son behind her , shielding him from Janes prying eyes . Her voice turned icy . Jane , if you came here just to tell me to leave , dont waste your breath . Where I go and what I do is none of your business . You have no right to interfere . Jane had indeed come to force her out of Eldoria , but her thoughts were in disarray after seeing Arthur . Could this child be Hughs son ? If he was part of the Hensleys , she would never allow him to stay with Jessica ! She had to find out the truth about this boys background . you off ! Fine , stay if you want , Jane sneered . But if you dare ruin Hughs marriage , I wont let Then , as if suddenly remembering something , she added , And dont even think about getting close to Charles ! A woman like you isnt worthy of being near him ! Get lost , you old witch ! Selene snapped . Youre not welcome here ! Jane shot her a sharp glare but didnt say another word . She took one last look at Arthur before turning and getting into her car , speeding off . Jessica frowned , uneasy . She had a bad feeling her attitude had changed since Jane had seen her son . Was she planning something ? Mommy , your face is all swollen . Does it hurt ? Arthur asked worriedly , his little hands reaching Jessica snapped out of her thoughts . Its fine . It doesnt hurt that much . Then she smiled and praised him . I didnt expect my little man to be such a hero , protecting me like that . Mommy , if anyone bullies you again , just tell me . Ill fight them off for you ! Jessica chuckled at his serious expression , warmth flooding her heart . Alright , from now on , count on you to protect me . Selene rolled her eyes . Can you two save the cheesy lines for bedtime ? The three of them exchanged smiles . Fll Later , Jessica stopped by a pharmacy to buy some ointment for her face before heading to work . But no matter how much she tried to brush it off , she couldnt shake the uneasy feeling left behind by Janes reaction especially how she looked at her son . It unsettled her more than she cared to admit .
