Chapter 838

Though Annabella had heard of Matthew's global fame as the world's richest man, in Charleston, royal bloodlines were still regarded more highly than businessmen. She could not challenge Lucy directly, so she took out her frustration on Matthew instead.

"Who allowed you to behave so presumptuously in my residence?"

Theodore's voice suddenly boomed from the doorway, startling Annabella, who had just been acting imperiously.

"Prince Theodore, why are you here?" she said, patting her chest to calm herself. She had nearly lost her composure from the shock.

"This is my home. Why wouldn't I be here?" Theodore's handsome face was cold and stern, a stark contrast to his usual amiable demeanor in front of Lucy.

Sensing the tense atmosphere, Annabella immediately put on a fawning smile. "Your Highness, your mother, the queen, invited me to visit you today, so I came at her invitation. I hope I haven't disturbed you."

Lucy almost wanted to vomit at her words. Everyone here seemed to be a bet