Bumpkins Rich Handsome Husband Chapter 88
Bumpkins Rich Handsome Husband
Elizabeth had accepted Veronica as her godâ
daughter because she liked Veronica. However, Veronica refused to take advantage of Elizabethâs fond ness of her by being arrogant and complacent.
Hence, she returned the car key to Elizabeth.
Meanwhile, Tiffany, who took in the scene, was burning in jealousy.
She was aware that Elizabeth was fond of Veronica, but never expected that it would be up to this extent.
Just because Veronica had taken a cab to the Kings Residence, Elizabeth had not only reprimanded M atthew but even gifted her a sports car that had an exorbitant price tag.
At the mention of this, the Kings Familyâs status and influence then came to mind. As one of the largest
families in their country, they had both the wealth and power, so a car that they purchased would never
be one that cost less than 5 million! Although Tiffany didnât know what type of car Elizabeth had gifted V eronica, Tiffany reckoned that it must have cost at least 5 million!
Yet, such generosity was exclusively for Veronica, which made it impossible for Tiffany not to be jealous of her.
Nonetheless, no matter how envious or jealous Tiffany was, she had to feign a kind and gentle attitude
while smiling tenderly. âGrandma, you sure treat Veronica well.â
âOf course she is my godâ
daughter. When I become older and unable to walk, Iâll depend on her to take care of me.â
Elizabeth tucked a loose strand of grey hair behind her ear before she held Veronicaâs hands and amic ably asked, âGirl, you wonât just leave me here alone when I become so old that I canât move around freely, will you?â
âGrandma, thatâs nonsense. You are still as healthy as a horse. Pfft! Donât spew nonsense.â Veronica pr etended to spit on the floor to ward off the ominous words that Elizabeth had just mentioned.
âTake the car keys. It will make it easier for you to come and visit me more in the future.â Elizabeth handed the car keys to Veroni ca again, but Veronica rejected her offer. âGrandma, please keep it. Itâs no use giving them to me since
I canât drive. Iâll inform Matthew when I come and visit you in the future and have him take me here.â
âI see, you canât drive.â Elizabeth nodded. âAlright, then. Let that brat drive you here after this.â As she spoke, she tapped Veronicaâs head. âWhy are you still calling him by his name, though?â
âHuh? What?â Veronica was stunned at Elizabethâs sudden question, unable to make sense of her wor ds.
However, the next instant, Elizabeth replied, âYou are now my godâ
daughter, so that makes him your elder brother. Iâll be upset if I hear you calling him by his name again.â
Veronica let out a mischievous smile and playfully stuck out her tongue, looking adorable. âOkay, got it,
got it.â
âYou too.â Elizabeth glared at Matthew. âDo you hear me?â
The man, who was sitting on the couch with his legs crossed, held a magazine in his hands when he heard
her words. His attention seemed to be focused on the book, but the truth was that he had been paying
attention to what the ladies said.
Upon hearing Elizabethâs question, he hummed in agreement, but a subtle curve appeared at the corne r of his lips.
However, in Tiffanyâs eyes, Veronica, Matthew and Elizabeth seemed like a family whereas she herself
was an outsider who seemed out of place.
âGrandma, itâs rather cool outside today. Letâs go and enjoy the breeze, shall we?â Veronica suggested.
âSure.â Elizabeth rose to her full height before holding Veronica by her hand and heading out together with her.
Tiffany had been treated as though she was invisible the whole time.
She had initially wanted to tag along, but she was worried that she might read the air wrong, so she thought that
she might as well remain with Matthew to improve their relationship.
She watched as Veronica and Elizabeth left the room before she turned to him with a pitiful look that resembled a kid who had done something wrong. âMatthew, am I lacking in any way? GâGrandma seems to dislike me,â she muttered in a dejected manner.
Looking at Tiffanyâs face that bore almost the exact resemblance to Veronica, Mathew felt that her voic e sounded unpleasant to the ear and even her scent seemed to have offended him in some way.
He coldly replied, âYou are being too sensitive.â
âIâI am just worried that Iâm not good enough in Grandmaâs eyes.â
âYou are good enough.â Matthew focused his gaze on the magazine in his hands while ignoring Tiffanyâ
s expression.
Tiffany tried hard to strike a conversation with Matthew, but his indifferent response made it difficult for
her.
Soon, the dinner was served and the few of them sat around the table to have the meal together.
Veronica, who was wellâ
aware of Elizabethâs love for shrimp, noticed the plate of greasyback shrimp on the table. Then, she sai d, âGrandma, give me a minute. Iâll make you the sauce.â â
âSure, Iâll wait for you,â Elizabeth replied as Veronica rose up to head into the kitchen.
As Elizabeth had placed her utensils down, Tiffany and Matthew had to wait for Veronica as well.
M âGrandmaâ¦â Tiffany hesitated for a moment before she mustered the courage and asked, âDo you disli ke me?â
âThatâs insignificant as long as Matthew likes you.â Elizabeth waved her hand, âMy feelings donât matter if you youngsters enjoy each otherâs company.â
As a matter of fact, she had indeed spoken out against their marriage. However, Matthew had owed his âGrandma, I want you to like me too, so that we will be closer and more intimate as a family.â Tiffany ope Her honesty had managed to change Elizabethâs mind and attitude toward her a little. âYeah, you are rig Elizabethâs attitude toward Tiffany has drastically changed these days. Ever since Elizabeth had found o âJust be yourself. Thatâs good enough,â Matthew, who had been quiet, suddenly chimed in, but the simp âGrandma, the sauce is ready. Try it out.â
At this moment, Veronica brought the sauce that she had made in the kitchen to Elizabeth. Then, she sk GLC She fed Elizabeth a shrimp with her gloved hand and waited eagerly for the comment.
Il The shrimp was tender, smooth and coated with rich and flavorful sauce. Elizabeth nodded repeatedly a âIâm happy that you find it nice. Grandma, eat more if you like it.â
Veronica knew that Elizabeth loved shrimps, so she deshelled a few greasyback shrimps and dipped the Tiffany, who was sitting beside Matthew, suddenly realized that although she was skillful in music, chess At that moment, as she watched Veronica having a great time with Elizabeth, she couldnât help but feel e Matthew sipped his wine and quietly enjoyed his meal while he intermittently glanced at the two people opposite him. His gaze was deep and