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.

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Even as Lucas‘ wife, she

was, she calmed herself and asked, “So, does this mean you need a favor from

brows slightly, understanding her

That doesn’t count as part of the deal.” Evelyn’s voice was light, 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

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

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

while she still could. After all, a promise from Lucas carried weight. But would he actually

Evelyn bit her lip, her nerves tense. When she met his gaze again,

he finally spoke. “Fine. Whatever makes you happy.” Evelyn stared at his cold features in shock. She hadn’t expected it to be

Lucas asked, as if her surprise didn’t faze

her composure, she said evenly, “I just don’t want my uncle disturbed.” Her meaning was clear. She didn’t want him flaunting his affection for Tiffany in front of Leonard There was no need to tear

an unreadable emotion flashed in his eyes. His lips curled faintly, almost mockingly, but

She no longer cared what Tiffany and Millie did and turned her attention