Chapter 98

Hera texted Piglet, saying, "That offer has expired. Now it's two hundred times the price." Piglet messaged, "Oh my gosh! Are you messing with her? Or are you intentionally taking advantage of the situation? Either way, I love it!" Hera smiled when she imagined the look on Queenie's face upon receiving this message. She set her phone down and continued with her breakfast. As breakfast neared its end, James got up to fetch the car keys. "Hera, the driver's off today, and I happen to be free. I'll take you and Gino to school," he said, trying to sound pleasant. Gone was the dignity of the former head of the household in this fawning demeanor. Hera glanced casually at him, unimpressed by his attempt to curry favor. She didn't refuse, but it was Gino who objected first. "I'd rather not ride in the same car as this country bumpkin even if I have to walk to school myself!" He strode off arrogantly with his small backpack slung over his shoulder. Gino was still sulking over the fact t