Chapter 48
When Ruby delivered the medicine to the ward, Rebecca was lying asleep on her stomach and completely unaware of her presence.
After setting the medicine down, Ruby glanced at her and turned to leave the ward with a sinister smile at the corner of her lips.
Ruby returned to the Grant residence to freshen up, foth Christopher and Duncan weren’t around.
she changed into a clean dress, styled her hair into twin ponytails in front of her mirror, and turned to head out.
As soon as she stepped outside, she saw a Citroen Tukang parked at the entrance. Owning such a car like that was rare in this era.
In the countryside, even sedans were uncommon. It was only in a place like Orkney that cars were more frequent
Ruby stepped toward the car and was hesitant to leave until the rear window rolled down to reveal a fashionable young lady
Dressed in a pale yellow dress, Lydia styled her hair in voluminous waves. She had fair skin and glossy red lips, and it was evident that she came from an affluent
Ruby could sense the stark difference between them with just one look, she instinctively stepped back
Lydia removed her sunglasses and scrutinized Ruby. “And who are you?” she didn’t recall the Grant family having so many young ladies around
Richard, who worked in the military, hadn’t been home for a long time. He’d just mentioned wanting to introduce her to some highly capable bachelors for a match. Lydia had to admit that she was smitten after seeing a picture of Christopher. She could tell both of them were a perfect match, and a marriage alliance between the deant and Paine families would be a win–win situation.
But after seeing Christopher kiss Rebecca that day, she’d been so furious she couldn’t sleep a wink that night. It felt as if she’d experienced heartbreak.
But she wasn’t one to swallow such grievances either. If there was anything that bothered her, she’d resort to resolving it herself. She was determined to tale Christopher down
Ruby was stunned by Lydia’s displeased questioning. She straightened up and introduced herself, “My name’s Ruby Lynch. Mr. Grant Senior took me in. I’ve only recent arrived in Orkney.
“My father was injured on duty, and Mr. Grant Senior brought me here out of compassion”
“Mr. Grant Senior took you in? What’s your father’s name? Why haven’t heard of this before Lydia questioned as her sharp gaze scanned over Ruby
Now that she’d recognized Lydia, Ruby smiled politely and said, “If I’m not mistaken, you must be Ms. Paine, am correct?”
“How would you know me? Or perhaps are you aware that I’ll be trying Chris?”
Ruby could barely maintain her smile. Hadn’t the blind date attempt to match Lydia and Christopher failed? How had it escalated to marriage? What an audacious
But given Lydia’s wealth and influence, Ruby wasn’t foolish enough to offend her. She respectfully replied, “Mr. Grant Senior did mention your blind date with
Lydia angrily snorted. “Some woman nained my perfect blind date, and she kissed Chris
“I have to find out who she is. Since you’re part of the Grants, you must know the women around Chris. If you tell me, all of this will be yours.” With that, Lydis pulled out cash notes from her wallet.
Ruby’s bathing hitched slightly at her generosity. It’d be a lie to say she wasn’t tempted. Still, she feigned modesty and said, “That’s not necessary, Ms. Paine, I’d definitely help you if I could.”
Lydia tossed the money to Ruby and snapped, “No need for that. Take this. I don’t like owning favors either.
“the this money to buy yourself some decent clothes. They’ll look better than what you’re wearing now.”
Ruby’s smile froze as she glanced down at her dress. This was one of the nicest outfits in her closet, yes Lydia morked hertaste.
When she looked up at Lydia’s pale yellow dress, envy stirred within her. She dreamed of the day she could wear such beautiful clothes.
Houby picked up the cash notes and said, “Ms. Paine, I believe low where the woman you’re looking for is.”
