Once Cast-Off Wife Now Untouchable Queen novel Chapter 48

Chapter 48 A Bitter Meeting

“Excuse me, are you Ms. Caldwell?”

The polite question snapped Zera out of her thoughts.

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She turned to see a middle–aged man standing in front of her, his expression calm but guarded. “Do I know you?” she asked warily.

The man clasped his hands neatly in front of him. He bowed slightly and said, “Justin Garraway. I’m the butler for the Winters. Mrs. Winter is at the café across the street. She’d like to meet with you.”

The moment Zera realized this man was the butler from the Winter Estate, her tone changed completely. “Thank you, Justin. Please, lead the way.”

As she followed him across the street, excitement rushed through her chest.

Six years ago, the elders looked down on her. They refused to meet her.

She had tried to see Virginia several times, hoping the woman would let her and Tyrone be together. But every time, Virginia sent the servants to dismiss her.

Now things were different. Tyrone must have shown them the fake DNA report.

That old hag sudden request to meet could only mean one thing–she wanted to see her grandson, or maybe win favor with them. Why else would Virginia suddenly want to meet?

Inside the café, Justin pointed her toward a table. Virginia sat there, stirring her coffee with an elegant hand, every gesture polished, every detail screaming wealth.

Even doing something as simple as stirring her coffee, the woman radiated elegance.

Zera quickly straightened herself, walking over with as much grace as she could. “Hello, my name is Zera Caldwell.”

Virginia didn’t look up. She stirred her coffee slowly, eyes fixed on the swirling liquid. “Have a seat.”

Zera sat. The waiter handed her a menu, and Virginia gestured for her to order whatever she liked.

Zera glanced at the menu, but she couldn’t make sense of a single word.

When she didn’t move, Virginia gave a light laugh and tapped her temple. “Oh, my memory. Ms. Caldwell, you studied dance, didn’t you? You probably don’t read Gleisic.”

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Zera felt uneasy but forced a polite smile. “You’re right, Mrs. Winter. I’m just a simple girl from an ordinary family. I never learned Gleisic.”

She handed the menu to the waiter. “Just a glass of juice, please.”

The waiter replied kindly, “Juice is complimentary, ma’am. Would you like it freshly squeezed or chilled? What flavor?”

Zera’s hand tightened under the table. “No, thank you. Just a glass of water is fine.”

This old hag hadn’t even started the conversation, but she already made her feel small.

So much for the gossip that Virginia was weak or soft. Clearly, she was sharp.

The waiter brought her a glass of water and quietly left.

Zera took a breath and asked, “May I ask why you wanted to see me?”

Virginia set down her silver spoon, finally meeting Zera’s eyes. Her voice was calm but cold. “Even if that child is Tyrone’s,” she said, “we don’t accept him.”

Zera’s heart sank hard.

Her hand tightened around the glass without her even realizing it. “Virginia,” she said, trying to sound calm, “Tyrone and I truly love each other. Now we even have a child together. Why won’t you just let us be?”

Virginia leaned forward, resting her elbows on the table, her hands gently supporting her chin.

She looked elegant and composed as she spoke softly, “Because you’re not worthy.”

Zera’s face changed instantly. “Why not?”

Virginia smiled faintly. “That’s like asking why this restaurant, even though it’s in Vleka, serves only a menu written in Gleisic but not Estran or our local language.”

Sweat dampened Zera’s palms. “I honestly don’t understand.”

Virginia’s tone stayed patient, almost gentle. “This menu is designed to filter customers. Just like some private clubs require proof of wealth before you can even walk in.”

Zera finally understood.

The old hag wasn’t talking about food. She was mocking her background, making it clear she would never truly belong in their world. Mocking her for being out of place. Even if Zera forced her way into this circle of wealth, she’d always be the joke.

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