Chapter 608

Chapter 608 Sᴇaʀ*ᴄh the ꜰind_ηovel.nᴇt website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. “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 t  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 profound, akin to a tranquil lake.