The Killer Queen ( Noella Briony ) novel Chapter 276

Elara's eyes widened in disbelief.

Was Jacob seriously pulling a fast one right in front of everyone?

It was clear as day that Helen had made a beeline for Garrick! And he called that poor eyesight?

Elara had never encountered a supposedly visually impaired elderly person who could point out a loose thread on her embroidered blouse first thing in the morning. She even noticed a piece of fried chicken that had been double-dipped in sauce, and then went on a tirade, dragging the entire Pollack family through the mud.

Jacob, with all sincerity, said, “Garrick, this is like a storm in a teacup. Let me cover all your expenses at our resort as an apology.”

Garrick, looking slightly recovered, barely opening his eyes to look at Jacob.

“So, you’re saying your mom’s got bad eyesight?”

“It’s not just bad eyesight; my mom… she’s blind!” Jacob pinched himself hard, managing to squeeze out a few tears.

Garrick was taken aback. They were all from the same social circle - how had he never heard anything about Helen going blind?

Garrick frowned, straightening up. “When did this happen?”

“My mom’s been in a nursing home for the past few years because of her declining eyesight. She didn’t want to come back and make us sad…”

Elara lowered her head, covering her mouth to stifle a laugh and biting her tongue in the process.

From Garrick’s perspective, it looked like she was sobbing, her shoulders shaking.

He was somewhat convinced but still dubious. After all, someone had kicked him squarely in the back, and that aim didn’t seem like it came from poor eyesight.

“Fine, if her eyesight is poor, she probably shouldn’t be fishing. Let’s consider the matter closed.”

“Ah, Garrick, always the bigger man! I’ll make sure my mom apologizes to you!”

“No need, she’s old. Let her rest up. You can leave now. I need some time to relax.”

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Jacob and Elara left the room.

After closing the door, Elara turned around and embraced Noella as she approached, burying her head in Noella’s shoulder and laughing uncontrollably.

She just realized how adept Jacob was at spinning tales!

Jacob, dead serious, replied, “Leading a research institute requires bending the truth now and then. You’ll get the hang of it too.”

Elara, face flushed with laughter, said, “What if Garrick finds out Grandma isn’t actually blind?”

Jacob shrugged nonchalantly. “Dr. Calvin is a miracle worker. Since returning home, with you and Noella by your grandma’s side, her spirits have been lifted, and she can see again. A medical marvel, right?”

Besides, it’s not likely Garrick and Helen would cross paths again. Even if Garrick did find out Helen intentionally kicked him, he’d have nowhere to start.

Jacob seemed quite used to this kind of talk.

Elara raised an eyebrow. “You know, I’m starting to find you less annoying!”

She always found Jacob’s calm and composed demeanor off-putting, feeling like she couldn’t relate to him at all.

To her surprise, Jacob cracked a smile!