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Chapter 608
Chapter 608
“Everyone, allow me to introduce my fiancée, Quetta Booker! She works for a
major company in Yeringham and earns a monthly salary of over tens of
thousands!” Howard introduced proudly.
With that, the surrounding elders were even more impressed, raising their
thumbs and showering him with praise for his achievements!
Frederick, on the other hand, wore a displeased expression. Howard had
been Emmanuel and his childhood playmate, but he was always fiercely
competitive. He would demand to win in games and cry if he did not, and
boast when he emerged victorious. Much to Frederick’s surprise, he had to
put on a show and boast about his success, even in the matter of finding a
partner.
“Frederick, if I’m being honest, Howard’s woman may be average, but he still
outshines you and Manny in terms of making his presence known!” Shane
seized the opportunity to take another jab upon seeing Frederick’s gloomy
expression.
Frederick’s mouth twitched. This is my turf! Do they think I have no pride? And
how dare Howard flaunt his success in front of my best friend with a wife of
such caliber! Just wait until I unveil my friend’s wife. I’ll reduce you to dust in
an instant!
Just as he was about to speak up, another couple entered the room. The
woman exuded an air of dignity and elegance, captivating the men in the
room with her strong feminine charm. Even Emmanuel could not help but be
taken aback, his eyes fixed on her with a sense of surprise.
“Frederick, Emmanuel, you finally returned for the New Year this year! Have
you been doing well out there? Have you both married and settled down?”
the woman spoke gently, emanating a noble and refined aura.
“Queenie, is that you? How…” Emmanuel’s voice trailed off. As the saying goes,
‘Women change greatly in eighteen years.‘ It seems that this ancient saying——
holds. The once chubby little girl has now blossomed into a beautiful woman.
His expression was one of surprise, not because he had any personal feelings
toward Queenie Banner but because her transformation was truly
remarkable. However, in the eyes of others, it appeared as if he was
captivated by her beauty, unaware that he was comparing her to Mackenzie
and finding her somewhat lackluster.
“Haha, Emmanuel! Isn’t my sister much more gorgeous now? But let me
advise you, don’t have any delusions. Although she played the role of your
bride in our childhood games, you’re no longer worthy of her!” Howard burst
into laughter, making no effort to conceal his disdain for Emmanuel.
Queenie also assessed Emmanuel with a tinge of disappointment in her
gaze. As a childhood playmate, she held a favorable impression of him.
However, she observed that he seemed to be struggling in life. On the first
day of the New Year, he returned to the village looking plain and covered in
dust.
“Howard, it’s not fun when you put it that way. Do you think you’re doing so
much better? Do you have any idea how incredible Emmanuel’s wife is? He’s
even more deserving of your sister!” Frederick could not bear to watch any
longer and stood up for Emmanuel.
Unfortunately, Emmanuel was not one to seek the limelight. Moreover, he
believed finding a spouse was about mutual affection, and boasting was
unnecessary. Therefore, he quickly tugged on Frederick’s sleeve. However, his
action was misunderstood, and people began to think that Frederick was
making up stories about him.
Howard once again observed Emmanuel from head to toe, wearing a
sarcastic smile. “So, Emmanuel, you’re married, huh? Oh. You brought your
wife back to honor our ancestors this year, right? Where is she, then? Why
didn’t you bring her along to introduce her to us?”
Emmanuel calmly replied, “She didn’t come with me.”
Howard immediately burst into laughter. “So, she didn’t come, or maybe she
doesn’t even exist? I’ve heard of people inventing imaginary friends, but
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inventing an imaginary wife takes it to a whole new level!”
The surrounding elders began to discuss among themselves. While it was
generally challenging for village men to find wives, they had never witnessed
someone boldly claiming to have one when they did not.
“Howard, enough with the nonsense!” Queenie quickly intervened to halt her
brother’s remarks.
Shane and Frederick assumed that Queenie was trying to spare Emmanuel
from embarrassment because she still had lingering feelings for him.
However, Emmanuel felt differently. As the saying goes, ‘Women change
greatly in eighteen years.‘ The current Queenie doesn’t evoke the same
innocent and carefree feelings back in childhood. Instead, she appears
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