Emma and Jake's injuries weren't severe, so they only spent a couple of days in the hospital before getting discharged.
During their stay, Bella dropped by a few times, constantly saying it was all Jake's fault and that they'd already sent Simon back to the countryside. She urged Emma not to be upset anymore.
Now, hearing that just made Emma feel sick to her stomach—hypocrisy seemed to run in their family.
Emma hid her disgust and outwardly showed remorse for her own impulsive actions instead.
Given that all her assets were now transferred out of her name, she couldn't afford to completely sever ties with Jake.
Making them think she was still steamed about Simon would play well into her next moves.
Jake was eyeing a hefty insurance payout from her, but her aim was to reclaim her belo
