My Substitute Wife Is a Bigwig (Lily and Loid)

Chapter20

The next morning, the shrill sound of the doorbell wole Lily, Irritated, she kicked off her blanket, looking like she was ready to pick a fight. When Lily went downstairs, Loid had already opened the door. She paused, surprised by the sight.

It was a stunning woman with perfect makeup and a flawless figure. She carried herself with elegance.

The woman immediately noticed Lily standing behind Loid and quickly approached, grabbing Lily’s hand.

Abright smile appeared on her exquisite face. “Oh, this must be my daughter–in–law? You’re even more beautiful in person than in the photos.”

“Hello,” Lily, caught off guard, greeted the woman politely. She reined in her usual roguish demeanor reined in

The woman was Loid’s mother, Melanie Jensen Lily had seen her photo while researching Loid.

Lily. She held Lily’s hand and guided her to the couch, her smile unwavering. “We couldn Lattend your engagement because Loid’s father and I were

at all.”

for a while. I’ll find time to invite you and your family for a meal,” Melanie said, increasingly satisfied

sat nearby, completely

annoyed at the thought of meeting

insist.” Melanie patted

they chose you. I understand it must be hard for you. Being the stepdaughter of a wealthy family

married to Loid, we’ll treat you well,

mistreat her. Melucie wanted to ensure Lily had strong support so that the Martinez

them that we’re very pleased with you as our

and Lold’s father couldn’t attend, but they asked Loid for details and photos of Lily

two months left to live, so getting him married was meant

to treat this girl well. Once a woman was engaged, their reputation would take a hit. So, Melanie was grateful that Lily agreed to