A SUBSTITUTE BRIDE

– Lyana is a good girl. When she got married, we also didn’t prepare a big wedding for her. If the master hadn’t said you had to keep a low profile for the wedding, I would have let Lyana marry into the Sanchez family in a glamorous way no matter what.

Matriarch Sanchez thought about the previous situation and frowned. She said sadly:

– After she got married to the Sanchez family, she took care of us. Previously, Julie bullied her so much, but she put up with it.

Vincent lowered his gaze and listened calmly to Matriarch Sanchez’s reprimands.

– After she married into the family, under her care, your health gradually improved.

Matriarch Sanchez looked at Vincent’s face, which was slightly flushed. He was much better than before.

– Lucas was an accident back then. We should have said things clearly to Lyana instead of hiding them from her. She’s so nice to you. How can you intimidate her? Can’t you even be honest with her?

Vincent pursed his lips, turning pale.

– Vincent, I know if you want women. These women will come with just a wave of your hand, but have you ever thought about why these women are following you? It’s either for you or for the Sanchez family assets.

The more Matriarch Sanchez spoke, the more uneasy she felt.

– But Lyana is different. I can tell she’s not the kind of girl who can’t live without love. She is very independent. She doesn’t care about the Sanchez family assets. It’s your blessing to marry her.

Vincent did not expect Grandmother to appreciate Lyana so much.

He naturally understood what Grandma meant. It was precisely because he understood very well that he did not dare take the risk.

Seeing that Matriarch Sanchez’s breathing was getting faster and faster, Vincent rushed to help Matriarch Sanchez relieve the tension in her back.

– Grandma, don’t be angry.

– How can I not be angry?

When Matriarch Sanchez was agitated, she couldn’t help but cough twice. She turned to look at Vincent.

– You may not like what I’m about to say, but listen Grandma. It’s definitely fair.

– I was very unhappy with what your mother did at the time. If she had listened to me, our family would not have become like this.

Matriarch Sanchez frowned, her expression grim.

– I’m old, and I’ve been through more things than you. Listen Grandma. Some things should not be hidden…

– Grandmother.

Vincent naturally knew what Matriarch Sanchez meant next. He said calmly,

– Help me hide this matter first.

Vincent knew that while Matriarch Sanchez liked Lucas, she didn’t think highly of him. It’s because Lucas was not of the Orthodox lineage. In ancient times, Lucas could be considered the son of a concubine. It was already a great blessing that he could be brought up in the Sanchez family villa.

Also, he and Lyana were a married couple. Even though they didn’t get married, in Grandma’s eyes, Lyana was the official wife. Her and Lyana’s child were the children of the Sanchez family from the legitimate line.

However, in Vincent’s opinion, Lucas was innocent. His birth was not the fault of his and Lucas’ birth mothers, but of those behind the scenes.

All these years, Lucas lived outside and could not stay in the villa of the Sanchez family. Plus, he hadn’t been around Lucas in the past. Lucas was alone, and his body and mind were hurt.

He remembered how the nanny had abused Lucas, and his heart couldn’t help but ache.

He didn’t want Lucas living alone like before.

– So you intend to keep the secret forever?

Matriarch Sanchez raised her eyebrows in disapproval.

When Vincent heard the words of Matriarch Sanchez, he said:

– I leave the rest to time.

Matriarch Sanchez wanted to say something, but no matter how she thought about it, she didn’t know what to say. She felt very upset.

Previously, it had also been very divided. She thought Vincent must be the only one talking about this, so she kept quiet.

Vincent spoke again.

– I haven’t had time to take care of Lucas in the past either. This time I want to redeem myself with him.

Matriarch Sanchez looked down and said indifferently:

– I want to see your child and Lyana’s child as soon as possible.

After Matriarch Sanchez spoke, she seemed to remember something and asked:

“If something is wrong with your health, you should get checked out quickly so I can have a great-grandson soon.

When Vincent heard Matriarch Sanchez’s words, he frowned and said:

– There’s nothing wrong with me. We haven’t slept together.

– What ?

Matriarch Sanchez was like a cat whose tail had been stepped on. She instantly exploded.

– For what ? Lyana is such a good young girl. How can you do that?

– It’s not the right time to have a child, Vincent said in a low voice.

– I’m not saying you should have a child now. Even if you don’t want children, you should still consummate the marriage. Do you know that by doing this, you are treating Lyana coldly?

The more Matriarch Sanchez thought about it, the angrier she got. With her grandson’s actions, if Lyana found out the truth, things would be tough.

– Treat her coldly?

It was the first time Vincent had heard that.

– In marriage, if there is no sex, you are cold. It is also a form of domestic violence.All rights © NôvelDrama.Org.

The more Matriarch Sanchez thought about it, the more suffocated she felt. She hastened to say:

– It’s best to clear things up with Lyana as soon as possible. Whatever Lyana chooses, you have to accept it.

– Ok, Vincent accepted.

Matriarch Sanchez couldn’t say much either. She knew that Vincent knew what he was doing. If she said too much, it would be counterproductive.

Vincent followed Matriarch Sanchez out of the bedroom, but remembered that Lyana had been scared on the mountain last night. Something big had happened to him in the past.

Vincent’s frown deepened.

Lyana came out of the kitchen. The servants had already prepared the food. She prepared to go upstairs and call Lucas, Grandma, and Vincent for dinner.

As she reaches the second floor staircase, she sees Matriarch Sanchez and Vincent enter Lucas’ room. Smiling, she approached.

When Matriarch Sanchez saw Lucas, she felt like a huge boulder was pressing against her chest. She approached Lucas.

– Lucas.

Lucas lowered his gaze and said nothing.

Matriarch Sanchez looked at Lucas and frowned. He had never been like this before.

Previously, Vincent had vaguely realized that Lucas was claiming to be autistic, but he couldn’t report it directly. He lowered his voice and said:

– He doesn’t talk much now.

As soon as she finished speaking, Lyana came in and said with a smile:

– Grandmother, the meal is ready. We can eat now.

Seeing that Lucas was motionless, Matriarch Sanchez frowned and sighed helplessly.

– Lucas, let’s go down to dinner.

Lyana approached Lucas and said softly.

Lucas looked up and his gaze landed on Lyana’s face. He nodded solemnly.

Matriarch Sanchez looked at Lucas in surprise.

Lyana naturally took Lucas’ clothes and helped him put them on. Only then did she help him put on his shoes and get out of bed.

Lyana led Lucas to the front, followed by Vincent and Matriarch Sanchez.

Matriarch Sanchez frowned as she looked at Vincent and asked in a low voice:

– Those two there…

– Lucas loves her very much.

Matriarch Sanchez looked at Lyana’s back with a pang in her heart. Sighing, she could only blame herself for having had a tender heart and for having accepted that Vincent should marry the daughter of the Dubois family.

Lyana was so obedient and kind. She would only recognize Lyana as her step-granddaughter in her life. If Lucas’ mother came back, she would have no choice but to kick her out.

Sometimes you have to choose without hesitation.

When she arrived in the first floor room, Matriarch Sanchez saw Lyana sitting next to Lucas, smiling as she took some food for him.

Matriarch Sanchez had also taken care of Lucas for some time. Lucas didn’t like talking and didn’t seem to have the energy to do anything.

But now he was looking at Lyana with bright eyes. He really loved Lyana.

Forget it, let nature take its course!

Thinking about this, Matriarch Sanchez’s heart sinks even harder for Lyana. Her grandson was really not worthy of Lyana.