Trading My Ex for His Uncle (Nyla and Damon) novel Chapter 875

"Alright, I'll be down in a moment," Valarie replied.

After dismissing the maid, she quickly freshened up and went downstairs within 20 minutes.

As soon as Valarie entered the living room, she saw Zayn's mother, Monica Eyman, sitting on the sofa. Her expression immediately darkened.

With a frown, she moved to sit beside Phoebe and coldly regarded Monica across from her. "What are you doing here?"

If it weren't for the Updikes' enabling, Zayn wouldn't have dared to treat her the way he did. The very thought made her stomach churn with disgust.

Monica had once acted so fond of her, even 'warning' Zayn in front of her to treat her better. For a time, Valarie had believed Monica truly liked her—until she discovered that Zayn had a mistress who had already borne him a child—and that Monica knew about it. Monica even visited them regularly.

After learning this, Valarie lost all respect for her.

Monica forced a weak smile. "Valarie, I'm truly sorry for what happened with Zayn. I didn't raise him right, and you didn't deserve this."

Valarie remained silent, waiting for her to continue.

"Zayn loves you too much, that's all," Monica said.

"He let his emotions get the better of him and ended up hurting you. After all, you two are engaged.

"Could you let it go, just this once? I promise I'll make sure he treats you well from now on. If he ever wrongs you again, I'll be the first to punish him.

"I'll also take care of that woman and child he has outside. If you bear the family's heir, your child will inherit everything from the Updikes," Monica promised.

Phoebe couldn't stay silent any longer. "Mrs. Updike, what are you saying? Do you think we're selling our daughter? Do you honestly believe I'd let my daughter marry your son after what he did?