The Life Of A Billionaires Wife

The Life Of A Billionaire’s Wife Chapter 118

Chapter 118

Veronica let out a hiss.

“Oh dear, what is it?” Elizabeth asked in concern.

In order not to worry Elizabeth, Veronica lied and said that she had slipped earlier and her arm was sliced open on a sharp rock.

Elizabeth’s heart ached terribly for her. She pulled Veronica over to the couch to sit down and chat with her.

“As a lady, you should be more mindful. You won’t be as pretty if it leaves a scar,” Elizabeth said solemnly as she patted Veronica’s hand.

“Don’t worry, Grandma. I’m fine.” Veronica smiled.

..

Elizabeth and Veronica chatted as usual about their daily happenings easily.

“In a few more days, I’ll be taking you to see someone,” Elizabeth said. ”

“Who is it?”

“Matthew’s Uncle Conrad. He’ll be returning from overseas in a few days’ time. You’ll be able to acquaint yourselves with each other. After all, he is your uncle as well.” Having brought him up, Elizabeth elaborated, “Conrad is only a few years older than Matthew, but he has a mind for business. I’m considering letting you learn from him.”

“Huh? Learn… Learn from… Uncle Conrad?” Veronica couldn’t understand. Thirsty, she picked up the glass of water from the table and took a sip.

Elizabeth’s voice rang out again by her ear. “Conrad is a reliable man with dashing good looks. He’s a bachelor too. You might not be able to be with Matthew, but I want to introduce you to Conrad.”

“Cough... Cough...” Startled by Elizabeth’s words, Veronica ended up spitting out the water she had been drinking and choked.

pulled a few wads of tissue paper and muttered, “How old

really.” Veronica wiped her mouth

her hand, “I’m fine. Grandma, what

I’ll be introducing you to a good prospect. Conrad is coming home,

the looks of things, Elizabeth liked her better than Matthew. While she couldn’t marry Matthew when he already

through, would Veronica end up being… Matthew’s aunt? By

 isn‘t this just hasty

way. How am I worthy of him? Forget about

That’s settled for now.” Elizabeth did not give Veronica any room to refuse

was returned to the Twilight Club by Thomas. After getting out of the car,

apartment either when she returned. He didn’t come

again. The next day, she woke up early. After brushing her teeth and washing up, she changed her clothes and went downstairs to eat. Later that morning

I’d like to pawn this off.” Veronica handed a ring over to the staff member

inspected it. “Do you have the receipt for this?” he asked as he

“Nope”

Why do you want to pawn the ring

the pawn shop worker was spouting garbage. She looked at the man. “How much can this ring go

you

friend gave

did it cost?” the man asked

thought of an excuse. “The ring was a gift, so how would I know? But look at it closely-my name

Veronica saw him frown. “Hold on a sec. I’ll get my boss to take a look at this.”

the owner of the pawn shop emerged for another round of questions

card down on the counter and pointed at the name printed there. “You see this? Veronica Murphy, as stated on my ID! You gonna take

The man checked the ring again. Having confirmed that it was hers, the owner grinned as he raised

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