Became A Queen After divorce

In the hospital room, Declan was inquiring about what happened last night. He was more curious about why his daughter wasn’t staying at home and went to such a place instead. Pearl didn’t want her father to know about her friend’s family issues, so she told a small lie.

“I just returned from abroad and I’m not very familiar with the environment here, so I wanted to walk around and explore,” she said. “When I reached the town, it was too late to get a car, and I didn’t want to trouble you, so I planned to stay for a night and return the next day.”

Who could have expected such a thing to happen…

After listening, Declan felt quite uneasy. It was because they hadn’t spent much time together before that Pearl didn’t trust him enough. Otherwise, making a phone call wouldn’t be considered a bother.

“It’s all my fault for not considering everything thoroughly and letting you suffer. There are plenty of luxury cars in the garage at home. Pick one for yourself later,” he said. “If you don’t like any, I’ll have Brody give you a check so you can buy one you like.”

Pearl had gotten her driver’s license at eighteen but lacked a car. Now that her father was offering one, she naturally wouldn’t refuse. She hugged Declan’s neck and sweetly said, “Thank you, Dad! You’re so good to me! Since there are cars at home, I won’t buy one. I’ll save you some money.”

After seeing so many poor people’s lives, Pearl’s spending habits had also changed a bit. She knew everything she had was thanks to her father.

“Oh, how much can you spend with those skinny arms and legs of yours? Dad only has one biological daughter. In the future, all my things will be yours. Take it and don’t wrong yourself,” Declan said.

Although Declan was a notorious villain outside, he was just an ordinary father to his daughter, doting on her like any parent would. This scene made Sam involuntarily think of Gracie. Once, there had been someone who loved him unconditionally…

But it was too late by the time he realized it. And the person who had taken his happiness was sitting right in front of him, less than a meter away!

A flash of hatred flickered in Sam’s eyes, but Declan, busy talking to his daughter, didn’t notice the change in his prospective son-in-law’s eyes.NôvelDrama.Org copyrighted © content.

The next day, the cause of the inn fire was found. It turned out the landlady had accidentally knocked over a candle, igniting the curtains and causing the fire.

“But this inn also has hidden secrets. The landlady is no good person. The police found drugs in the food in the kitchen,” he said. “A lot of gold was found at the fire scene, indicating she was drugging guests and stealing from them.”

People who had stayed at the inn had reported missing money before, but there had never been any evidence. The truth could not be hidden forever. Now that the landlady’s evil deeds were exposed, the sympathetic passersby changed their attitudes, thinking she got what she deserved.

Pearl recalled the night she stayed there, feeling sleepy after eating. “So it was drugs. I thought I was just tired from traveling all day,” she said. “Damn, if I hadn’t woken up from a nightmare that night, I would have been burned alive in my sleep.”

Declan also felt a wave of fear after hearing this. He patted Pearl’s hand gently. “Fortunately, Sam was there this time. If he hadn’t arrived in time, your life would have been lost. You must thank him properly,” he said.

She had already thanked him properly, hadn’t she? Feeding him herself wasn’t enough to show her sincerity?

Pearl looked at Sam’s handsome face with affectionate eyes and said seriously, “Dad, don’t worry. I will.”

Her gaze made Sam inexplicably feel a chill down his spine. He quickly refused politely, frowning slightly. “Gilliam, you’re being too polite. It’s just my duty,” he said.

Declan was very pleased with his performance! He wasn’t boastful and didn’t seek credit-this was the steadiness a man should have.

“Sam, don’t be modest. I’ve seen all your efforts. You haven’t relaxed for a day in three years. Take this opportunity to have a ten-day break,” he said.

“Thank you, Mr. Gilliam,” Sam replied.

After chatting for a while, Declan and Brody prepared to leave. Before leaving, he wanted his daughter to go home and rest, but she refused firmly.

“Dad, you and Uncle Brody go ahead. I want to stay and take care of Sam.”

Declan felt even more congested in his chest, laughing and scolding her, “You’ve never even washed a bowl in your life. How can you take care of yourself, let alone someone else? I think you’ll only cause trouble for Sam. Come home with me. I’ll hire a nurse.”

Embarrassed by her father in front of Sam, Pearl nearly bit her tongue. Blushing, she turned to Sam and explained, “Dad, what are you talking about? I can wash dishes and even cook soup,” she said. “You don’t need to hire a nurse. I believe I can handle it.”

“Uncle Brody, didn’t you just say Dad has an important meeting? If we don’t leave now, you’ll be late,” she added.

Brody’s brain short-circuited. Did he say that? Seeing him stunned and not responding, Miss Pearl gave him a look and repeated, “Isn’t that right, Uncle Brody?”

“Yes, Sir. I remembered. There’s a meeting you need to attend,” Brody said.

Declan knew Brody was helping Pearl, but he still turned to leave. “Alright, take good care of Sam. Sam, if she bothers you, don’t hesitate to call me.”

“I won’t, Mr. Gilliam. You should trust Miss Pearl,” Sam said.

After Declan left, Pearl immediately reverted to her true self. She stared at Sam’s androgynous face with an appreciative smile. “You’re good with words. Don’t worry, I promised to take good care of you and I will,” she said. “You hurt your back and need some nourishing soup. I’ll make you some pork rib soup tonight, okay?”

Could she really make soup? Sam couldn’t imagine what it would taste like.

“Miss Pearl, you’re of noble status. Such small matters should be left to the servants,” he said.

“No, I promise my soup will taste better than the servant’s. Just wait for me,” she insisted.

Shouldn’t she buy ingredients now? Thinking of this, Pearl suddenly grabbed her bag from the chair and ran out in high heels.

“Sam, wait for me for two hours. I’ll go buy pork ribs now and be back soon.”

She ran too fast and was busy looking back to talk to Sam, not noticing the glass door in front of her. She bumped her forehead into it.

“Ouch, it hurts… This damn door.”

Sam was speechless.