Loving You In Secret novel Chapter 1131

Vicky knew Valencia's apology was hardly sincere; it was just a way to brush things aside. However, what confused her was how Lincoln convinced Valencia to even apologize.

With this in mind, Vicky asked, "May I ask what Lincoln said to you that made you come and apologize to me?"

Valencia glanced at her and softly replied, "You are quite astute to guess that Lincoln spoke on your behalf."

"It must be more than just intercession. What did he do?"

Valencia looked at Vicky for a moment, then suddenly smiled. "That's right. For your sake, Lincoln even defied his mother... It's the first time I've seen him go to such lengths for a woman." Despite her smile, her gaze was cold. "Lincoln was afraid that I'd hurt you again, so he insisted on moving to his grandfather's place to protect you. He said he'll bear your responsibility and be punished in your place. His gunshot wound hasn't fully healed, and the rash on his face hasn't subsided after all this time... He can't withstand this kind of torment..." Valencia grew colder as she spoke. "He's using his life to protect you. What more can I do to him?"

Lincoln was the son she had raised since childhood, and her emotional investment in him was different from her feelings toward Tyler.

No mother in the world would heartlessly gamble with her son's life.

Valencia continued, "I had no choice but to agree, but I also made a demand of him. He cannot cancel the engagement with Avery for the time being. During this period, Avery will stay with us to take care of him and, incidentally, foster their relationship." She did not hide anything and revealed all the truth to Vicky. "However, I request that you keep your distance from Lincoln in the future. I'll say it again: You'll never marry into our family!"

Vicky fell silent for a while and replied coldly, "I've received your apology, so you may leave now."

Valencia took out a bottle of ointment from her bag and enviously said, "This is the ointment Lincoln had someone prepare for you overnight after he learned about your injury... He asked me to give it to you."

Vicky looked at the tube of ointment in Valencia's hand and silently accepted it. "Please thank the Second Young Master for me."

Valencia snorted coldly. "That won't be necessary. Just heal your face quickly so Lincoln won't worry about you all the time."