The Villain Mom Awakens — Going Viral by Parenting on a Reality Show

Chapter 452 - 454: Jackson Kensington to Rot in Jail

"Thank you, Aunt Joan. I don’t know how I can ever thank you. Thank you for saving my mom. You’re our family’s savior..."

A smile broke across Joanna Hawkins’s serious face. "It was the least I could do. Years ago, my sister was sick and desperately needed money, and Ms. Kenway was the one who paid for it. I decided back then that I would spend the rest of my life repaying her."

She continued slowly, "Back then, I accidentally discovered that Jackson Kensington was planning to destroy the body and erase all evidence. I tried to contact others, only to find that the entire villa, and even the company, was under his control. He had won over many people, and I was clearly no match for him on my own. I followed them and managed to rescue Ms. Kenway. Fortunately, she was still alive. To escape Jackson Kensington’s watch and to get her better medical care, I took her abroad. Her injuries were severe. She was in a vegetative state and remained in a coma for several years, only waking up this year."

Rose Kenway nodded. "Before this, I was a little worried. I worried whether you could handle the burden of the Kenway Family. I’ve been feeding you clues while observing you, and I am very pleased."

Her voice was filled with gratification, and her eyes, as she looked at Naomi Kenway, were full of love. "My child is even more exceptional than I ever imagined. You’ve grown so much. I can finally entrust the Kenway Family to you without any worries. It was always meant to be yours."

"No," Naomi Kenway said. "The Kenway Family and the business are yours, Mom. Now that you’re back, I’ll give them back to you."

"What’s the difference if they’re yours or mine? I’m getting old. The Kenway Family was going to be in your hands sooner or later anyway. I see you’re managing it very well. You are my pride and joy."

Hearing Rose Kenway’s affirmation, the smile on Naomi Kenway’s lips widened. She couldn’t help but bury her face in Rose Kenway’s embrace again. "Mom, this is the happiest day of my life... because I’ve gotten back what I thought I’d lost forever."

*

「On the day of the trial」 Jackson Kensington walked into the courtroom dressed in a prison uniform and wearing shackles. He stood in the defendant’s box alongside Lorraine Warren.

Lorraine Warren’s eyes were swollen like walnuts. She clearly never expected this old case to be dredged up again.

She had already been sentenced for killing Lee Warren, and now she had to face yet another trial for events from a decade ago.

Compared to Lorraine Warren, Jackson Kensington was noticeably more composed. He had already hired a defense attorney and planned to stubbornly deny everything.

’It happened ten years ago,’ he thought. ’The internet wasn’t as prevalent back then. Reopening the case won’t be that easy.’

But when the plaintiff took the stand, he froze the moment he got a clear look at her. Across from him, Rose Kenway took off her mask, as if to let him see her more clearly.

Jackson Kensington let out a terrified scream. "AHHHHHHHH! A GHOST! THERE’S A GHOST! A GHOST HAS COME TO GET ME, TO TAKE MY LIFE!"

His body curled up like a shrimp as he repeated, "Don’t kill me! Don’t kill me! Don’t kill me!!!"

Lorraine Warren nearly fainted.

Jackson Kensington’s lawyer watched his client fall apart and sighed to himself.

’What an idiot.’

In the end, the evidence was conclusive. With both witnesses and physical evidence presented, and due to the extremely heinous nature of the plot, Jackson Kensington was sentenced to life in prison. Lorraine Warren, on top of her sentence for the murder of Lee Warren, was given the death penalty, suspended for two years.

*

The major case from ten years ago once again captured the public’s attention, not only because it involved the dark secrets of a wealthy family, but also because the people involved were all connected to several celebrities.

[The case was actually overturned! Tsk, tsk, tsk. The lives of the rich and powerful are truly something else. Who would’ve thought the reason for the rich woman’s mysterious disappearance was that her own husband and his mistress tried to kill her, all for her fortune.]

[Forging a will, trying to destroy the body and all evidence... Every single thing they did was despicable!!]

[A real-life Gone Girl.]

[I knew that sounded familiar! Isn’t Jackson Kensington Naomi Kenway’s scumbag dad? And Lorraine Warren is his mistress, which makes her Jeanette Kensington’s mom. Those two conspired to murder Naomi’s mother? That’s just beyond evil! Those animals can go to hell!!]

[Naomi Kenway’s mom is still alive! That’s a miracle! The ones who deserve to die are Jackson Kensington and Lorraine Warren. I heard Naomi’s mom established a lot of charitable foundations. There’s no reason a good person should be treated so harshly by fate. Good people must live a long and healthy life!!]

[Oh my god, so satisfying! Nina must be so happy. Her mom is back by her side again. The two of them can finally live a good life together!]

...

Rose Kenway’s return sent shockwaves through high society. Many people came to visit and inquire about her well-being. Some came out of old affection, while others knew that with Rose Kenway back, it was only a matter of time before the Kenway Family returned to its former glory.

Many of the company’s directors rushed over, hoping Rose Kenway would take back her position as chairman and lead the Kenway Group to greater heights.

In response, Rose Kenway simply smiled. "I won’t be managing the company’s affairs anymore. The Kenway Group belongs to my daughter. She’s managing it very well now, which I’m sure you all have seen with your own eyes. I believe my daughter will do an even better job than I did. As for me, I’m getting old. It’s time for me to enjoy a peaceful retirement."

The company shares and properties that Jackson Kensington had acquired through illegitimate means were all returned to Rose Kenway’s possession.

Naomi Kenway had all of Jackson Kensington’s old belongings thrown out and hired a team of housekeepers to clean the entire villa from top to bottom.

Because the villa had been occupied by Jackson Kensington for so long, Naomi Kenway suggested finding a new, better residence for Rose Kenway. But Rose refused, saying she had grown attached to the place. Their family had lived there together since decades ago, and she didn’t want to leave.

Naomi Kenway contacted specialists and scheduled regular treatments for Rose Kenway. She was determined to have the scars on her mother’s face and her leg injury healed, no matter what it took.

After the villa was cleaned, the family gathered for a meal. Joanna Hawkins sat on one side of Rose Kenway. Leo Lennox was also at the table. He kept pulling out a handkerchief to wipe the corners of his eyes; the white-haired old man was actually shedding tears.

Rose Kenway looked at him with a smile. "Why are you crying? It’s been a few years, but you’ve aged so much. You have so many more white hairs."

Leo Lennox composed himself. "I... I’ve been so busy with work all these years. That’s... that’s why I have so many more white hairs now."

"Remember to balance work and rest," Rose Kenway said in the concerned tone of an old friend.

Sitting across from his mother-in-law, Ethan Shaw was uncharacteristically reserved, doing his best to put on a good performance under Rose Kenway’s scrutiny.

Ian walked up, his big eyes studying Rose Kenway carefully.

Naomi Kenway knew Ian could be shy with strangers. "Ian, this is..."

"I know! This is my Grandma!"

Tears welled up in Rose Kenway’s eyes as well. She looked at her grandson, who bore such a strong resemblance to her daughter, and took a small gold locket from her pocket, placing it around Ian’s neck.

"This is a belated gift, Ian. Thank you for taking care of and keeping your mom company in Grandma’s place."