The Queen Returns And She’s Unforgiving

The Queen Returns—And She’s Unforgiving 95

Chapter 95

It was a firm and businesslike response.

Evelyn’s gaze flickered slightly, her nerves stretched taut. After just finishing radiation therapy, her body felt light and weak. She discreetly leaned against the nurse’s station to keep herself from swaying.

Taking a deep breath, she steadied herself. “There are plenty of high–end rooms available. Why insist on my uncle’s? What’s their real intention?”

Lucas looked at her indifferently. “A patient’s mood is crucial to recovery. I can arrange for your uncle to move to the best available suite and cover the full year’s cost upfront.”

His tone was straightforward, purely transactional. He wasn’t even trying to persuade her–just stating his offer. He was willing to spend millions on a premium hospital suite–not for her uncle’s sake, but for Tiffany’s mother.

In all these years, he had never offered a single cent to help with Leonard’s treatment. And now, he was suddenly willing to pay a fortune–just to please Tiffany’s family.

A

upgrading Leonard’s hospital room before, but it had always been beyond her means. Even as Lucas‘ wife, she had no authority to use that status to her advantage.

serious Lucas was, she calmed herself and asked, “So, does this

lifted his brows slightly, understanding her meaning. “What are

but she lacked confidence deep down. “As for my request, consider it a favor I can call in whenever I need. Just one request–at any time. Do we have

position to negotiate. If she refused, Lucas could easily go through the hospital administration, and Leonard might be forced to vacate the room regardless. The last time, when Deborah’s house had been targeted, the ordeal had been ugly. It had caused Tiffany some “grievance“. This time, Lucas might not be

in return. She wasn’t after his money or favors, but ever since Millie returned to the country, she had repeatedly meddled with the Reed family. Evelyn had a strong feeling this wouldn’t

could. After all, a promise from Lucas carried weight. But would he actually agree? Would he tolerate

When she met his gaze again, she was surprised to find him

a long moment. Then, after what felt like an eternity, he finally spoke. “Fine. Whatever makes you happy.” Evelyn stared at his

as if her surprise

for Tiffany in front of Leonard There was no need to tear away

in his eyes. His lips curled faintly, almost mockingly, but he didn’t

out a slow breath, finally feeling a bit of relief. She no longer cared what Tiffany and Millie did