The Killer Queen by Noella Briony

Chapter 276

Elara’s eyes widened in disbelief.

Was Jacob seriously pulling a fast one right in front of everyone?

It was clear as day that Helen had made a beeline for Garrick! And he called that poor eyesight?

Elara had never encountered a supposedly visually impaired elderly person who could point out a loose thread on her embroidered blouse first thing in the morning. She even noticed a piece of fried chicken that had been double–dipped in sauce, and then went on a tirade, dragging the entire Pollack family through the mud.

Jacob, with all sincerity, said, “Garrick, this is like a storm in a teacup. Let me cover all your expenses at our resort as an apology.”

Garrick, looking slightly recovered, barely opening his eyes to look at Jacob.

“So, you’re saying your mom’s got bad eyesight?”

“It’s not just bad eyesight; my mom… she’s blind!” Jacob pinched himself hard, managing to squeeze out a few tears.

Garrick was taken aback. They were all from the same social circle – how had he never heard anything about Helen going blind?

Garrick frowned, straightening up. “When did this happen?”

“My mom’s been in a nursing home for the past few years because of her declining eyesight. She didn’t want to come back and make us sad…”

Elara lowered her head, covering her mouth to stifle a laugh and biting her tongue in the process.

From Garrick’s perspective, it looked like she was sobbing, her shoulders shaking.

He was somewhat convinced but still dubious. After all, someone had kicked him squarely in the back, and that aim didn’t seem like it came from poor eyesight.

“Fine, if her eyesight is poor, she probably shouldn’t be fishing. Let’s consider the matter closed.”

bigger man! I’ll make sure my

rest up. You can leave now.

a few more pleasantries, Jacob and Elara

closing the door, Elara turned around and embraced Noella as she approached, burying her head in Noella’s shoulder and laughing uncontrollably.

realized how adept Jacob was at spinning

the truth now and then. You’ll get the hang of it too.” Elara, face flushed with laughter, said, “What if Garrick finds out Grandma

nonchalantly. “Dr. Calvin is a miracle worker. Since returning home, with you and Noella by your grandma’s side, her spirits have been lifted, and she can see again. A medical marvel,

cross paths again. Even if Garrick did find

nowhere to start.

used to this kind of talk.

eyebrow. “You know, I’m starting

and composed demeanor off–putting, feeling like she couldn’t relate to him

her surprise, Jacob cracked a smile!

to have such

of surprise came from the next

is that

doorway in her simple white dress, now faded from washing. It was the same dress she wore the day Noella left the Lambert family. She

them.

oversized cardigan over a snug dress, looked every bit the part of an exquisite doll. Her demeanor was queenly and aloof, a stark contrast

to bring her to the Pollack family estate, a preferred spot for Larson’s business dealings. Seeing the radiant Noella and the tall, refined man by her side,

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the Pollack Manor, she had

a global business empire. His wealth was beyond measure, and his commanding presence and handsome features could make any woman swoon.

heart skipped a beat!

had been scheming to wrest control of the Pollack family’s

First Beckett, now the CEO of the Pollack Group. How

in jealousy, she stepped forward. “Noella, are you working as a cleaner here? If you’re struggling, you can tell me. There’s

Noella’s scandalous personal