The Amazing Son-in-Law: Chapters 751-755

Chapter 751

Jacob Wilson, though inept, wasn't stupid. In his family, vanity resided primarily with himself and his wife, Elaine Ma. However, Elaine's vanity dwarfed his own—by a factor of at least ten thousand! She was the epitome of superficiality, vanity personified.

Now she had the audacity to claim she wasn't vain? The woman was utterly shameless!

His anger simmering, Jacob suddenly noticed something amiss. Elaine had always coveted the Thompson First A05 villa. Even before renovations were complete, she'd been eager to move in, repeatedly visiting to check the progress. She'd meticulously planned the living room furniture—the sofa, the bed for the bedroom, the dining table. In short, she'd never considered that Mr. White might furnish the villa.

She'd clearly intended to purchase the furniture herself and couldn't wait to move in. So why the sudden reluctance to spend money on it now, even though the villa was fully renovated?

Something was definitely wrong.

In a cold voice, Jacob asked, "Elaine, why the reluctance to buy furniture? Is there a shortage of funds?"

Elaine hastily replied, "No, no. I just want to save money. I might need funds to start a business; we can't spend everything on luxuries."

Jacob frowned. "Enough! Show me your bank balance."

Elaine was flustered, feigning annoyance. "What do you mean? You want to check my account? Don't you trust me?"

"Yes!" Jacob replied decisively. "I seriously doubt you've misappropriated family funds! Otherwise, given your personality, we'd be living in luxury."

Elaine retorted, "Mind your own business. I manage the household finances—that was our agreement. You have no right to check my account!"

Seeing Elaine's blatant evasion, Jacob immediately suspected financial impropriety.

He stated firmly, "Elaine, don't try to deceive me. If you don't show me the account balance, I'll divorce you!"

"Divorce?!" Elaine exploded. "Jacob Wilson, you dare! Do you have a conscience? Consider the hardships I've endured with you all these years, the injustices I've suffered. Remember when I got pregnant before marriage and faced societal judgment?"

"I haven't forgotten," Jacob said. "That's why I've tolerated you. But I need to know the family's financial standing. Don't forget, I'm also a member of this family, and I contributed significantly before the Wilson Group's decline—earning twenty to thirty thousand a month!"

Elaine scoffed, "Don't try that with me. I control the finances in this house. You're not entitled to ask!"

Jacob gritted his teeth. "Fine! If that's how it is, we'll divorce tomorrow. I'm done."

"You dare!"

"Why wouldn't I?" Jacob shouted coldly. "I'll hire a lawyer tomorrow! There's little to divide—two million in savings and the house. The children are grown and married, so this will be straightforward."

Chapter 752

Jacob stared at Elaine. "The two million remains with you. I'll sue for a fifty-fifty split. Failure to comply will have legal consequences."

Elaine hadn't anticipated Jacob's ruthlessness. Divorce and property division? If he sued, she'd be defenseless—old, penniless, and facing a bleak future. A wave of confusion washed over her.

She softened, "Oh, my husband, why this anger? We've weathered storms together for over twenty years. Are you really going to turn your back on me now?"

Jacob stated firmly, "I just want to know how much money is left. If you refuse to disclose it, we're divorcing tomorrow!"

Truth be told, Jacob had long been fed up with Elaine. He'd never truly loved her. He'd been in love with Matilda, the school's beauty queen, when Elaine, a third party, interfered. Elaine, using underhanded tactics (getting him drunk and then informing Matilda), broke them up. Because Elaine became pregnant, she used the child to force Jacob into marriage.

Devastated by his loss of Matilda, Jacob married Elaine for the child's sake, embarking on over two decades of unhappy marriage. He'd accepted his fate, but the ridicule at a recent class reunion had shaken him. Elaine’s current abnormal, arrogant, and unreasonable behavior had pushed him over the edge. He yearned for divorce.

Elaine was genuinely panicked. Jacob's unwavering resolve was unprecedented. She was pungent, but a paper tiger. She was genuinely scared.

Claire intervened, "Mom, although you manage the money, Dad and I have the right to know the family's financial situation. Let Dad see the balance."

Elaine’s defenses crumbled. She looked at Jacob, whispering, "The money… it's gone…"

Chapter 753

Jacob's voice shocked Elaine. She confessed, "Husband, I'm sorry. I lost all the family's money gambling…"

She couldn't reveal Hannah's deception, fearing repercussions from the Wilson family, who were still hunting Hannah. She also avoided mentioning Charlie Wade to avoid further trouble. Therefore, she blamed her gambling losses, omitting Hannah's role.

Jacob's rage exploded. He slapped Elaine, yelling, "You lost over two million?! You prodigal wife! Do you know how long we saved for that?!"

This was the first time he'd ever hit her. The slap stung, fueling Elaine's fury. "Jacob Wilson! You dare hit me?!"

Jacob gritted his teeth. "I dare!" He slapped her again, then grabbed her hair, slapping her repeatedly. "I'll not only hit you, I'll divorce you!"

Claire tried to intervene, but Jacob stopped her. "No one will stop me. I'll not only hit this woman, I will completely separate from her!"

Elaine's face was bloodied, but she panicked at the threat of divorce. Jacob’s anger frightened her.

She cried, "My husband, I'm wrong! Forgive me!" She knelt, hugging his legs. "I was obsessed, and lost everything. Please forgive me!"

"You know you're wrong?" Jacob gritted his teeth. "Why didn't you tell me? You think you can just kneel and beg forgiveness? I'm divorcing you! I'll file for divorce tomorrow morning!"

Chapter 754

Claire couldn’t bear to see her parents divorce. They were old and needed each other. They only had one house; the villa was given to Charlie, and she considered it unreliable. The company was small and needed funds, making it impossible to buy separate homes for her parents.

She pleaded, "Dad, Mom admitted her mistake. Forgive her." She added, "We can make more money. The company is doing well."

Jacob remained furious. "This isn't just about two million; it's about her irresponsibility! She gambled away our savings and kept it secret. What if I were in an accident, like last time? What if it happened to you or Charlie?"

"This money is our savings and future support! She's completely irresponsible. We need to separate completely to prevent further harm."

Claire sighed, torn between her parents. Dad was right; Mom's actions were egregious, but she was still her mother.

Elaine, terrified by Jacob’s decisiveness, kowtowed, crying, "Husband, don't divorce me! I can't live without you! If you don't forgive me, I'll die!"

She let go of Jacob and ran to the balcony. Claire rushed after her, fearing a suicide attempt.

Jacob said coldly, "Let her go. Her theatrics are well-rehearsed!"

Chapter 755

On the balcony, Claire hugged Elaine, pleading with her not to jump.

Elaine cried loudly, "Good girl, don't stop me. Tonight, I die. Don’t forget to burn money for me, but don't talk to Charlie Wade, that unfilial son!"

Charlie’s face turned green. He silently prayed for Jacob’s divorce from Elaine.

Claire felt uncomfortable, begging Elaine to reconsider. Elaine lamented her past hardships, her pregnancy before marriage, and felt betrayed by Jacob's intent to divorce.

Elaine's shouts were heard throughout the community. People yelled encouragement and insults, leading to a shouting match between Elaine and the neighbors. Elaine cursed them fiercely and threatened violence. The neighbors were shocked by Elaine's aggressive behavior. Her verbal attacks and threats ultimately silenced them.