Chapter 381
Gianna had a revelation. Divorce was a hassle, so why not enjoy the situation she found herself in?
Marital assets, she took them all, and Joey couldnât do a thing about it. Joeyâs betrayal, his deception, she could retaliate for all of it. Given Joeyâs physical condition, he wouldnât last much longer. Once he was gone, things would be even simpler â she would directly inherit all of Joeyâs assets.
Using Joeyâs money to live a carefree life, what could be better?
As for Joeyâs parents, the Edmunds, they had nothing to do with her. She had no obligation to care for them.
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Seeing Joey speechless in rage, Gianna felt a perverse sense of satisfaction.
Just as Joey was about to retort, a foul smell filled the room. He had lost control of his bowels and was soiling the bed.
Gianna covered her nose in disgust. âWhat goes around, comes around.â
At that moment, Joeyâs pride as a man was completely shattered. The humiliation was so intense that he felt like he could bash his head against a wall.
A perfectly healthy individual was now paralyzed, incontinent, and unable to take care of himself. It was a blow to his dignity. It was a fate worse than death.
Gianna turned away in disgust and left the room. As she left, she told the concerned Edmunds, âGo in, your son has soiled himself.â With that, she left the hospital, leaving behind the distraught parents.
Seeing their son in this state, the Edmunds were heartbroken and somewhat repulsed. Ricardo never took care of Joeyâs dirty work, and Carmen, having been pampered all these years, wouldnât know how to handle it. They had to hire a caretaker.
The disdain from his parents was the final straw for Joey. The caretaker, a stranger, also him repulsive.
The Edmunds waited outside while the caretaker, wearing a mask, rudely cleaned Joey. Joey kept his eyes closed, not daring to meet the caretakerâs disgusted gaze.
As for the Edmundsâ mistress, she disappeared without a trace after hearing about Joeyâs paralysis, keeping a safe distance to avoid any involvement.
Joey was now a burden; he was no match for Gianna. The police had concluded it was an accident.
Gianna, being Joeyâs wife, was willing to care for him, so the police wouldnât bother her.
Giannaâs life was now no different from a widowâs. She was free and carefree. Since Herman had helped her, she bought a thank-you gift and headed to Elysian Technologies.
Upon reaching the company, the receptionist politely asked, âDo you have an appointment?â
Gianna shook her head. âNo, but I know Mr. Salstrom.â
The receptionist smiled and responded, âIâm sorry, but I canât let you in without an appointment.â
With no other option, Gianna stepped aside to call Herman. As she did, she overheard the receptionist gossiping with a coworker, âSo many women come to see Mr. Salstrom every day, claiming to know him. Who knows if theyâre telling the truth.â
Giannaâs face turned red with anger and embarrassment. She wanted to argue but knew she was in the wrong. Her intentions had been exposed, making her feel deeply ashamed.
Gianna left the company, and her words of thanks were unspoken. As she reached the entrance, she bumped into Flynn returning from outside.
Recognizing him, she quickly greeted, âHey, Iâm Anastasiaâs cousin. I came to thank your brother for helping me the other day. Is he in?â
Flynn recognized her and replied with a smile, âI know, youâre my sister-in-lawâs cousin. My brother is in the office. You can come with me.â
âThank you, Gianna said, following Flynn with her gift.
Herman had just finished a meeting with several executives. As he left the conference room, he saw Flynn leading Gianna towards him.
With a group of executives and secretaries following him, Herman had an aura of authority around him. His cold demeanor was intimidating.
Giannaâs heart raced as she approached with her gift. Before she could speak, Herman told Flynn, âCome with me.