Chapter 147
Valerie thought she had already given her West to her mother, but she could never satisfy her mother. When her mother allowed Marcus to touch her today, it finally shattered her last hope. Since that was the case, they might as well split up and live their own lives.
Although severing their mother–daug
relationship was a little impulsive, at this moment, Valerie finally felt that the shackles she had been carrying for 20 years had disappeared. She could finally heave a sigh of relief.
It would be a lie to say that Valerie was not sad. However, Matthew standing beside her today gave her a lot of courage. His chest was firm and broad. She was very grateful for his appearance today. She wanted to borrow his shoulder to lean on slightly.
Matthew replied, “Congratulations.”
Valerie leaned on Matthew’s shoulder and could not help but laugh. As expected, Matthew always said unexpected stuff. If it were anyone else, they would either scold her for being an ingrate or persuade her to go back and apologize to Ruth. Only Matthew would never give her any moral pressure. Her eyes crinkled with laughter. “Thank you.”
Although it was a little exaggerated that Valerie was penniless, it was true that she owed online loans. She did not have much money left.
However, it was not like Valerie had not thought of a backup plan. She would be working for Noria Group the day after tomorrow. Noria Group’s income was almost double that of Arcton Cars. It would save a lot of expenses if she spent sparingly. Furthermore, she would not have to give her mother money anymore, nor help out with the family. Coupled with living with Matthew, she also saved on
rent.
Based on this, even before the child was born, Valerie could still save a considerable sum of money. In addition, she had always paid social security. After giving birth, she could receive a maternity allowance of at least 6,000 dollars.
Money. Valerie really craved money. She had to work hard from now on. At the same time, she had to build a good relationship with Matthew to ensure she could
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always live rent–free.
Matthew noticed Valerie’s gaze and could not help but look puzzled. He did not realize he was treated as a free landlord by Valerie.
Valerie immediately smiled and shook her head. “I’m fine, Mr. Grant. It’s great to meet you. Something good always happens.”
aom him. However, when he
Matthew felt that Valerie was hiding someth heard what she said, he did not probe further. Instead, his heart skipped a beat. He was used to being treated like the King of Hell and others being afraid of him. This was the first time someone had said that something good always happened after meeting him.
But it was good that Valerie was smiling. Matthew preferred to see her smile. And he could see that her smile was genuine today, not her usual business–like fake smile. “Shall we go home?”
Valerie tilted her head happily. “Yes.” No matter how big the matter was, it was better to eat, drink, and be happy every day.
However, after returning to the car, Valerie was in a dilemma. She held the broken ruby bracelet. She did not recognize the quality of the bracelet and could only ask Matthew carefully. “Mr. Grant, is this bracelet expensive? How much is it worth? Is the gold bracelet enough compensation? Why don’t I give it to you?”
Valerie did not have much money now. She carefully handed over the gold bracelet that she had given Ruth, which Ruth thought was a fake.
Matthew glanced at Valerie indifferently. He took the gold bracelet and put it on her wrist. He said, “Since you’re happy today, take this gold bracelet as a reward for yourself. As for this bracelet…”
Top–grade rubies were priced at 600 thousand dollars at the auction house. There was only one pair in the world, and they were all kept in the Grant family collection room. In other words, Ruth had smashed at least 600 thousand dollars.
However, Matthew did not plan to take back what he had planned to give away. Now that the ruby bracelet was broken and the remaining ruby bracelet was now a lone item, the price would increase. To his family, the loss was nothing.
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On the other hand; the gold vase that Ruth priced above all else was different. Matthew was a little curious. If Ruth kw the true price of the gold vase, he wondered if she would faint.
Back in the neighborhood, after Valerie got out of the car, Matthew took out his phone and dialed a number….