Falling For My “Disabled” Wife by Veronica Winifred

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Sophie thought. Indeed, this is the purpose. She’s acting to be innocent after gaining the benefit. She has clearly caused the Bourn family to suffer a loss, yet she wants to maintain a good reputation as well as not causing a rift. However, she doesn’t want to contribute at all. Instead, she asks me and Roger to handle this!” 

After sneering. Sophie straightforwardly said, “This misunderstanding is of your making. Why should we be the ones to express apologies? If you truly want to express apologies, why not come with us today? I believe my adoptive parents will understand.” 

Sophie thought. ‘Little missy, trying to play games with me, huh? Let’s see who can outplay whom! 

Unexpectedly, Sophie actually turned the tables and asked Rebecca to accompany them. Rebecca’s expression instantly stiffened. She said, “Both of you are visiting the Bourn family’s home after all…. It’s not really appropriate for me to accompany, right?” 

Sophie immediately widened her eyes and said, “Rebecca, didn’t you just say that yesterday was the day that we should visit my family’s home, but my adoptive parents didn’t make a fuss, so today we’re just going to visit and express apologies? It doesn’t count as visiting my family then. It’s just a family gathering. Nothing much. Hurry up and get ready, Rebecca.” 

“…” Rebecca still wanted to come up with an excuse. 

Sophie interjected, “By the way, you definitely can’t go to my family’s home empty–handed. I’ll list what my adoptive parents like in a bit. You can then prepare these things.” 

Rebecca was left speechless and angry. She instantly widened her eyes. She thought, ‘Sophie… she’s even making me buy things?” 

“This, um,” Rebecca said, instinctively wanting to refuse. 

At this moment, Roger spoke up. “Aunt Rebecca is meticulous and excels in preparing gifts for people,” he said. “Don’t worry. Even if you don’t mention it, she’ll also prepare plenty of gifts that Mr. and Mrs. Bourn will like.” 

With Roger cooperating Sophie feigned surprise, saying, “Really? That’s great. It probably will be even better than I imagined, right? Just make sure the brand is prominent. My adoptive mother loves designer labels…” 

The two of them immediately ignored Rebecca and continued chatting. 

Rebecca’s face had turned pale due to anger by this point. She never expected that by just wanting to use Sophie and Roger to improve relations with the Bourn family, they would end up dragging her along to go visit the Bourn family’s home. She thought, ‘I can let that slide, and now they want to exploit me financially too? They even specified designer labels. How much money am I going to 

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spend on this trip? She was thinking about pretending to be sick and leaving. 

At this moment, Norman spoke up. “Since you all agree with what Rebecca said, then let’s go with that,” he said. “Rebecca, handle this matter properly. Whether we can improve relations with the Bourn family depends on you.” 

Norman’s words carried a weight that made Rebecca abandon any thoughts of refusal. Norman had already given the order. If she refused again, it would be obvious that she was being insensible. At this point, she could only grit her teeth and agree. “Alright,” she said. “Norman, you can rest assured that I’ll handle this matter well.” 

That’s good then,” Norman said. “I’ve made plans to go fishing with a friend today, so I’ll leave now.” With that said, Norman had the butler, Willard, bring his things and send him to the car. 

After Norman left, Rebecca could not help but glare at Sophie with a somewhat sour expression. She thought, ‘I know Sophie has certain qualities that set her apart and that even Jasmine is not her match, but in all these years, whenever I said something in front of Norman, no one has ever been able to oppose it. Yet, as soon as this young girl comes, she makes me suffer a huge loss!” 

Rebecca’s gaze was gloomy. She thought, This girl, Sophie, is definitely not to be underestimated! Roger and his mom, Daisy, really know how to find a daughter–in–law! This family… it seems it won’t be so peaceful from now on.” 

After they had their meals, Rebecca really went to prepare the gifts. While waiting, Sophie and Roger went upstairs to see Daisy. 

Daisy was not in good health. She would not come downstairs to eat when she felt especially unwell. 

Roger was absent–minded when he had breakfast. Sophie guessed it was because he was worried about Daisy. After all, she did not come downstairs for dinner last night, so she must be feeling quite unwell. 

Wheeling Sophic toward Daisy’s room, Roger said in a low voice, “Actually, I can go by myself.” 

Sophie shook her head and said, “Daisy has been kind to me. She’s not feeling well. Of course, I want to go and check on her as well.” 

Seeing her insistence, Roger felt a slight sense of warmth. He no longer refused. 

Soon, the two of them arrived at the door of Daisy’s room. But before they entered, they heard. Daisy coughing. The coughing sound was intense. Sophie could not help but furrow her brow. She noticed that the door of Daisy’s room was not closed. Instinctively, she opened the door, wanting Roger to wheel her inside. 

However, at this moment, Janice Parker’s voice came from inside the room. “Mrs. Daisy! Why, why are you coughing up blood?” she asked. 

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Daisy hurriedly shook her head, saying, “It’s nothing… Quickly get rid of it. Don’t let anyone see.” 

“But you’re so seriously ill,” Janice said, feeling deeply worried. “You should go to the hospital!” 

However, Daisy’s voice was very calm as she said, “Forget it. This is a chronic disease that I’ve had. for a long time. Going to the hospital will just result in a bunch of medications. I haven’t finished the ones prescribed the other day. I’ll take them slowly.” 

Janice replied, “But…” She still wanted to say something. 

But Daisy did not want to say more. “I’m tired,” she said. “You 

avo out first.” 

Helpless, Janice had no choice but to put away the things and turn around to leave. 

But as soon as she opened the door, she was startled by the two figures at the doorway. “Mr. Roger?” she said. “Mrs. Sophie?” 

Upon hearing that Roger and Sophie had arrived, Daisy suddenly became flustered. She hurriedly forced herself to sit up, seemingly wanting to pretend that she was in a better condition. But unfortunately, her complexion was already too pale. On the side, there was still her uneaten breakfast. 

Sophie suddenly felt an indescribable sense of discomfort. She helplessly asked, “Daisy, why didn’t you eat your breakfast? Is your illness severe?” 

Afraid that they would worry, Daisy hurriedly shook her head and said, “Nope. I’m fine. I’ll eat right away.” Saying that, she wanted to hold a plate and a fork. But there was no strength left in her hands. The plate and the fork immediately fell to the floor. 

“Mrs. Daisy!” Janice exclaimed. Startled, she hurriedly came over to clean up the things. 

Daisy’s gaze suddenly contracted, as if she had been startled. It was also as if she thought she was useless. She bit her lip, looking aggrieved. Even though she was over forty, her appearance was well–maintained. Nonetheless, her looks still evoked sympathy from onlookers. 

Even Sophie felt heartbroken. She quickly wheeled her wheelchair forward and said, “Daisy, don’t move. Let Janice clean up.” 

Janice was a servant brought over by Daisy from the Leonard family years ago. She was loyal, and she handled things with agility, so these tasks were better entrusted to her. 

Watching Janice quickly clean up, Daisy said with a hint of sadness, “I’ve gotten old and become useless. I can’t even hold a plate and a fork anymore… 

Sophie looked at her sad looks, carefully examining her face. “Daisy, you’re just unwell,” she said. “Once you recover, everything will be fine.” 

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Daisy coughed and sighed. “Don’t comfort me,” she said. “I’ve been sick for so many years, and my health is declining every year. I’ve seen many doctors, but none can help me. I don’t even know how much longer I can live…” 

Halfway through speaking. Daisy hurriedly said, “Sophic, the doctor I contacted for you was supposed to arrive yesterday, but for some reason, I couldn’t reach him since yesterday… 

She put in much effort to find a doctor for Sophie, thinking that he would arrive at the Nicholls family’s home yesterday. Unexpectedly, she lost contact with him. 

Sophie frowned. A hint of gloominess flashed across her eyes as she said, “It seems that some people don’t want me to get better.” 

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