Marrying The Supposed Gold Digger (Valerie) novel Chapter 568

Owen sighed and said, "Those who didn't know better would think they were the real family here!"

When the door opened, a blast of icy wind rushed in, and the warmth inside contrasted sharply. Matthew quickly stood up and draped a coat over Valerie, his cold eyes fixed on the instigator, while the Anderson family hastily shut the door. Facing Matthew's gaze, Owen felt an unwarranted shiver of apprehension. He quickly reminded himself that they were at the Anderson home, and he had nothing to fear.

"I rushed back overnight. The journey was so difficult with the hectic weather!" He said, tugging at Maliah. She then added, "Grandma, Happy New Year!"

Olivia looked up at them and nodded. "It's good that you're back. Hurry up and have your meal, then get some rest!"

Seeing Olivia's indifferent expression, Owen's heart sank. As he noticed that both Olivia and Chloe were focused on Valerie, he couldn't help but feel a sense of crisis. He thought, 'Is it because of Valerie that even I am being ignored now?'

His wife was about to speak but was stopped by Owen. Now was not the time to confront them head-on, especially with Matthew present. He led them to change their clothes. When they came back down, he leaned against the railing on the second floor, observing the situation below.

"Alright, the window decorations are done. We'll put them together later and write some banners, too!

"Come, our family's banners are all hand-written. I used to teach Sarah how to write them when she was here. You can try it as well now that you're here," Olivia said.

"Great!" Valerie said with interest.

At this moment, Olivia had someone bring out the festive paper and spread it. Valerie took the brush pen, and Matthew said, "Give it a try; it's okay. Just write neatly and aim for good luck!"

Olivia smiled. "Yes, it's all about bringing good luck."

Valerie thought momentarily and then dipped a brush pen into the ink, lowering her head and bending slightly. The sight of her profile took Owen aback. The resemblance struck him as familiar; he stared for a long time before looking up at the family portrait hanging on the wall, his fists clenched in surprise.

He thought, 'She looks exactly like Chloe when she was young! Especially now, standing next to Chloe, they are like two peas in a pod!' Owen was momentarily stunned.

Once the banners were finished, Olivia raised her eyebrows, having it written with elegant strokes. Valerie promptly clapped her hands in appreciation. "Mrs. Anderson's penmanship is truly sharp and effortless. What I've written looks like something a grade-schooler would do in comparison."

The servant then led them to Chloe's room. Valerie stayed by her side until she had coaxed her to sleep before coming out. Seeing that Chloe was asleep, Olivia, fearing she might wake up and continue clinging to Valerie, quickly instructed Leon, "Hurry and take her back to the hospital. It would be unbearable if she started crying and making a fuss. The sanatorium is the most suitable place for her."

Leon immediately contacted the hospital to send a car over. Upon hearing this, Valerie felt reluctant and said, "Mrs. Anderson, can I revisit her in the future? I think seeing me might improve her condition and aid in her recovery."

Olivia readily agreed, "Good child, I appreciate your kindness, but you must first care for your health. She has been through a lot of stress, and even if she seems better for now, a relapse could be severe. Matthew, you must stay by her side."

"I understand, I will," Matthew replied.

Owen felt increasingly uneasy as he witnessed everything unfold, a strong sense of crisis overwhelming him.

"Dad, what are you looking at?" Maliah asked. Owen suddenly thought of something and turned to remove the hairpin from Maliah's head.

Maliah was stunned. "Dad, what are you doing? A famous diamond jeweler designed it, worth 20 thousand dollars! Give it back to me!"