“It’s hard to say. It depends on the severity of her scar-prone constitution.” Melinda couldn’t guarantee to what extent Shirley could recover and could only say, “I will do my best, but her wound is very deep, so she should wait at least three to five months before coming for the treatment.”
After that, she gave some additional instructions before seeing Veronica and the others off.
While in the car, Matthew drove and glanced at Shirley through the rearview mirror before saying, “Skyler, you should stay at the Pinewoods Villa for this period. I still have a lot of work, so you can help me keep Roni company.”
Veronica, sitting beside him, understood his intention immediately and followed along. “That’s a good idea. I don’t have much to do now, so I feel bored at home. I won’t be lonely with you two by my side.”
Both of them knew that it would take several months for Shirley’s face to recover. If they left her alone in her small apartment, she might feel depressed and unwilling to go out for a long time. Hence, it was better for her to stay with them.
How could Skyler, who was so clever, not understand Matthew’s good intentions? At once, he embraced Shirley’s shoulder with a radiant smile. “It will be impolite of me to refuse your warm invitation, Matt. Besides, the Hidden Clan has done you a great favor. I’ll consider it a vacation. After saying that, he turned to Shirley and said, “Shir, you will come with me, right?”
Shirley’s mood was good at the moment, so she readily agreed. “Sure, I can’t go to work now, anyway.”
When they heard her acceptance, Matthew glanced at Veronica, and the couple smiled with contentment. After driving for over an hour, they finally arrived at the Pinewoods Villa.
As the car entered the villa compound, Veronica got out of the car and stood outside, staring at this familiar place. Even though she hadn’t been here for just over two months, it felt like she hadn’t been here for years.
She tilted her head and looked at Matthew, getting out of the driver’s seat. When their gazes met, they simultaneously took steps forward, standing in front of the car. She then reached out her hand, letting him hold it, and. they interlocked their fingers.
“Do you know? During those days when your weren’t here, I lived alone in this place, and 1 was so afraid.” She gazed at the castle-like mansion and let out a deep sigh. “Now that you’re finally back, everything feels complete.”
Hearing that, he pulled her into his embrace, his large hand cradling the back of her head as he leaned down and kissed her on the lips. “Sorry for making you suffer.” It was a brief kiss, and he wanted it to last longer, but seeing the group of maids running toward them, he reluctantly released her.
“Tsk, tsk, why are you showing affection in public? I have my girl too.” After rolling his eyes at them, Skyler pulled Shirley into his arms and leaned down to kiss her forehead.
Behind Shirley’s sunglasses, her beautiful eyes had curved into a crescent shape, and she felt loved as if her heart were embraced by a warm embrace.
Just then, the group of maids ran over, lining up in four rows and bowing respectfully. “Welcome back, Mr. and Mrs. Kings.”
They had received a phone call from Thomas. an hour ago, informing them that Matthew and Veronica would be returning. Although everyone was unclear about how their deceased master had come back to life, there was no doubt that they were all overjoyed. The voices of the 30 maids dressed in uniform were loud and harmonious.
Matthew held Veronica in his arms as they stood in front of the servants. After a while, he announced, “Thank you all for working hard when I was away.”
“It’s nothing, Mr. Kings.” “Oh, my God. Weren’t you dead, Mr. Kings? How did you come back to life?” “What happened exactly? It’s so miraculous.”
“Are you really Mr. Kings?”
“It’s unbelievable.” The crowd spoke incessantly, each person adding their own comments. At this moment, Matthew smiled and raised an eyebrow. “Rest assured. It’s me.”
