Chapter 766
Man With Super Medical Skill (Matthew)
During this period while she was living with the Cunninghams, Minerva had discerned their animosity toward Matthew.
Thus, she didnât think much of him either.
Based on what Demi told her, he had happened upon his wealth by luck.
It was only because he saved the life of Billy Newmanâs daughter using a drug produced by Cunningham Pharmaceuticals that he had everything he did now.
Thus, it was only by stealing their credit that he got to where he was.
If he genuinely relied on his own ability, he might have starved to death by now.
Because of those opinions that Demi instilled in her, Minerva came to despise Matthew even more.
After listening to her retelling of the tale, the boys perked up.
âLive-in son-in-law? Ohâdoes your cousin like boy toys?â
âAs if! Look at him! Does he look like he could be a boy toy?â
âWell, if heâs a live-in son-in-law, he canât have a good relationship with your cousin. She must be so lonely. Ha!â
One by one, they sniggered.
Glaring at them, Minerva snapped, âWatch your mouth! Sheâs the president of Cunningham Pharmaceuticals! Do you think sheâd be interested in a bunch of hooligans like you? Dream on!â
Sullenly, the boys protested, âWhatâs wrong with us? If we donât talk to her, how will we know whether sheâs a good fit for any one of us? You need only introduce us, Minerva. Weâll see who wins in the end!â
However, she waved them away impatiently. âFine; but you had better fulfill your promise to introduce me to someone hot. Rememberâforeigners only. I have no interest in Cathian men!â
âNo problem!â They quickly reassured her with wide smiles.
During the time she was abroad, Minerva had felt that Cathian men were useless. Thus, from the very beginning, she sought to date only foreign men.
As for Cathian men, she would not give them a second glance no matter how exceptional they appeared at first glance.
Presently, upon entering the house, Tate located Helen and grumbled angrily, âAunt Helen, you have to talk some sense into Sasha!â
With a doting expression on her face, Helen asked, âWhatâs wrong, Tate? What did she do to anger you this time?â
He then announced loudly, âThis is my girlfriendâs first time over and she forgot to bring a swimsuit. I asked Sasha to have her secretary buy one for me, but she refused. This is so embarrassing for me!
What now? Is she afraid that I wonât be able to pay her back?â
Upon hearing that, Helen quickly reassured him, âOf course not, Tate! What does money matter when weâre family? Where is she? Sasha? Sasha!â
Walking out of her room, Sasha asked, âYes, Mom?â
âCall your secretary and have her bring a swimsuit,â Helen ordered with a frown. âThis is Tateâs girlfriendâs first time here, so how could you treat a guest like that?â
Feeling rather annoyed, Sasha replied, âThe secretary is off work, Mom! Sheâs tired after working for the entire day. Itâs not appropriate for me to call her now!â
âWhat do you mean itâs not appropriate?â Helen shot back angrily. âWhatâs one extra trip when you pay her so much? Donât forget your aunt covered all of your expenses when you were young. We were so poor back then that you would have starved to death if she hadnât given me half of her salary each month!â
It frustrated Sasha to no end that the past was dredged up every time she and her mother spoke now.
It wasnât that she wasnât grateful to Chloe and her family, but she had to draw a line somewhere.
Right now, the house was practically Tate and Minervaâs base camp.
It was too much to expect her to put up with Joannaâs presence and also buy a swimsuit for her as well!
Upon seeing that Sasha was still standing her ground even after a round of nagging, Helen finally snapped, âFine! If you wonât do it, I wonât force you. Iâll go out and get the swimsuit myself. How about that?â