Bumpkin's Rich Handsome Husband

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Chapter 76

Veronica took out a black-colored card which had a major bank’s name embossed in gold. In fact, it

looked quite classy.

As soon as the card was taken out, everyone was momentarily stunned and their eyes widened. There

was no mistaking the shock on everyone’s faces, especially Tiffany. As soon as she saw the card, she

couldn’t contain her anger and her delicate features were distorted with jealousy.

“This… Is this… the Centurion Card?”

Just then, Floch caught his breath in a deep gasp and he instinctively turned to glance at Rachel. At that

moment, he was stunned beyond words.

“Ha! Now that’s about right.”

Elizabeth shot a look at Matthew with a happy smile on her face. “You’re Veronica’s brother, so that’s the

least you can do.”

“But… Old Mrs. Kings, this is the Centurion Card and it’s got unlimited credit. Matthew gave this to

Veronica so casually, but what if she spends unnecessarily? After all, this card can be used to purchase

anything and it can even be used to buy a plane!”

After the direct snub, Rachel intentionally came up with an excuse to maintain her image and she

purposely analyzed Matthew’s “kind move.” From her words, she intended to put across to everyone that

Veronica had, in fact, originated from the countryside so it was very likely that she would splurge

frivolously with so much money on her hands.

“Yeah, Mom’s right! Grandma, Veronica just came back to Bloomstead from the countryside, so she

hasn’t been exposed to the urban lifestyle. If she’s given too much money all at once, it might not be a

good thing for her.” Just then, Tiffany echoed Rachel’s words.

After listening to everyone’s words, Veronica finally understood that the black card in her hand was in

fact the renowned Centurion Card that could be used to buy anything, even a plane.

Initially, she had thought that this was a VVIP card because of Matthew’s exalted status. It was no

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wonder that the salesperson had looked at her strangely when she went shopping, and they had also

been especially accommodating.

big deal. I only have one god-granddaughter so she deserves all the best things on earth.”

Meanwhile, Elizabeth was extremely happy and she turned to Veronica. “Next time you encounter any

problems at all, come to me or your brother. You’ve got us supporting you, and I definitely won’t allow

anyone to bully you! As for this money, feel free to use it however you’d like. You don’t have to be shy to

use your brother’s money. He’s very rich.”

For some inexplicable reason, Veronica could sense that Elizabeth was very happy. There was a sharp

glint in the latter’s clouded eyes as she was lost in thought.

Ultimately, Veronica couldn’t quite comprehend the situation but she was quite sure that Elizabeth’s

words were intentionally directed at the Larsons, so Veronica was quite gleeful about it.

At that point, there was nothing else that could be done, so the Larsons’ moods were fouler than ever.

Meanwhile, Floch awkwardly put away the card in his hand and he no longer dared to mention a word

about inviting Veronica back home.

In the end, they sat down for dinner together. It was then that Floch truly grasped the fact that Elizabeth

was indeed very fond of Veronica, so he couldn’t help himself and suggested for the girl to return home

with them. However, his suggestion was met with Elizabeth’s objection. As such, none of them dared to

bring up that topic again.

After dinner, Floch and Rachel left with Tiffany in tow, while Matthew volunteered to send Veronica home.

Just then, Veronica clung tightly to Elizabeth and whispered her thanks into the latter’s ears. “Grandma,

thank you very much for everything today.”

“It’s no big deal. I’m your grandma so it’s natural for me to dote on you. I’m happy enough as long as you

come back regularly to visit me.” Elizabeth was truly very fond of Veronica. This was even more so after

Veronica saved Elizabeth’s life. That made Elizabeth fonder of Veronica than ever.

Naturally, Elizabeth’s fondness was partly mixed with gratitude toward Veronica for saving her life,

coupled with other reasons too.

“Alright. Grandma, do get some rest. We’ll be on our way now.” Veronica waved at Elizabeth and turned

around to leave.

Just then, the Larsons bade farewell one after the other to Elizabeth and walked out of the Kings

Residence alongside Veronica and Matthew.

There was a short distance from the backyard of the house to the front and as they walked on the paved

stone path, Floch mentioned to Matthew, “Matthew, you’re already engaged to Tiffany, yet the two of you

are still living apart. There’s going to be speculation if word gets out.”

“Yeah, you guys are already engaged so you should be staying together.” Rachel also took the

opportunity to chime in.

Although Tiffany and Matthew were engaged to be married, it was quite frustrating for the Larsons

because the duo were not staying together.

However, they were no longer as wary of Veronica as before, because she was no longer a threat. Now

that she was Elizabeth’s god-granddaughter, she was no longer eligible to marry Matthew.

Just then, Tiffany lowered her head and remained silent with her lips pursed. At that moment, she was

actually quite expectant and secretly joyful.

Suddenly, Matthew mentioned, “I’m just obeying the Kingses’ family rule.”

His words managed to render everyone speechless. After quite some time, Rachel voiced out again,

“Then when do you two plan to get married?”

“We can discuss this at a later stage.” His abrupt words were like an icy bucket of water thrown at Tiffany,

and she felt a chill run down her spine at that point.

Floch couldn’t contain himself and wanted to pursue the topic further, but Rachel signaled for him to stop.

It wasn’t the best time to ask about this right now.

Just then, the group made their way to the entrance and left after going into their respective cars.

After Floch and Rachel got into the car, Tiffany remained outside and looked on longingly at Matthew.

Subsequently, she walked toward him and hugged him. Then, she lifted her head to look at him with

dewy eyes. “Matthew, I really want to stay together with you.”

Faced with Tiffany’s sudden advancement, Matthew could only think of the cloying scent of perfume that

hit his nostrils. Though she used a designer perfume, it was still too strong for his liking and he frowned

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slightly in response.

Instinctively, he turned to look at Veronica. Coincidentally, as he glanced over, she turned to look at him

too, so their eyes met each others. Veronica suddenly felt a tight feeling in her chest, but she merely

lifted an eyebrow before turning around to

enter the car. She didn’t want to stand there as the loving couple publicly displayed their affections for

each other.

“Have you forgotten my words?”

Matthew’s body was stiff as he continued to keep a hand in the pocket of his trousers. The other

remained by the side of his body. His cold words cut through Tiffany like a razor blade and she felt a

piercing pain in her heart.

Just then, the tears instantly welled up in her eyes and she looked at him with an aggrieved expression.

When Matthew saw her pitiful look, coupled with a face that closely resembled Veronica’s, he couldn’t

help lifting his hands with slightly trembling fingers before patting her lightly on the back. “Go home now

and get some rest.”

His sudden action of patting her on the bacķ as well as the torn expression that flashed across his gaze

earlier made Tiffany feel that he was deeply in love with her. Hence, she became as happy as a child

who was awarded candy.

“Alright, Matthew. Good night.” After saying that, she went onto her toes and gently pressed a kiss to his

cheek.

At that instance, Matthew instinctively turned his face slightly but he didn’t end up managing to dodge her

kiss. However, he shifted his eyes to the side and happened to see Veronica’s dark expression from the

rearview mirror of the car. She appeared to be staring into the rearview mirror and looking directly at

them.

Just then, Tiffany let go of Matthew and she entered the Larsons’ car in happy spirits. Subsequently, the

trio drove off.

Matthew watched as they drove off before he took out a limited edition handkerchief from the inner

pocket of his suit. Then, he wiped off the area on his face that Tiffany had planted a kiss on before

throwing the handkerchief into the bin with a disgusted look on his face.

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