Love’s Cunning Ruse

Chapter 34

I’m just after the dough, and Mr. Sanches happens to be rolling in it. Sounds like a match made in heaven to me” Julie quipped, her voice dripping with elegance and poise.

Elliot had seriously overestimated her. She was definitely there to stir up trouble.

Adeline, who was painting her nails, looked up with a mischievous smile. She pointed at Julie with her nail polish brush, then at her brother. “She and my brother make a great pair Relax, mom They’re into each other. Why are you trying to stick your nose in? Right, Elliot? I support you. So what if she’s been married before? That just means she’s got experience”

Victoria shot Adeline a glare, “Shut your trap!*

Before Victoria’s words had even faded, Raymon’s booming voice filled the room. “Let’s cut to the chase. I’m not endorsing this marriage. If you have any conditions, Ms. Abraham, spit them out”

Julie turned towards Raymon with a grin, “That depends on how much you think Elliot is worth”

cane on the floor, his gaze was icy as he said.

there to make waves, retorted, “And how

Julie from finding a job,

Abraham, we’ll wire you 20K. I guess that’s what

But you undervalue your son. In my eyes, he’s worth more than 20 grand. Who I bother

at home.”

Julie stood up, straightened her outfit, and walked out with grace.

Raymon’s sharp rebuke. Bodyguards immediately surrounded Elliot, preventing him from chasing

goal She knew Elliot was thick–skinned and wouldn’t give up no matter what she

The mansion was in the middle of nowhere, and there was not a cab in sight, let

wit’s end, Adeline

Julie could react, Adeline tossed her a set of