But Serena had risen, her face firm, "Uncle Bard, a little self-respect is nothing when it comes to food and clothing, take it, you live in this world, and dying to save face is a sin."

Bard's face flushed and she gritted her teeth, putting the money in her pocket, "Thank you."

Serena left quickly, what was Matthew doing calling her? It was rare that the man called her.

"I'll be right back, let's discuss everything in person."

She said, sensing that the man wasn't very happy.

It was an hour later when they returned to Pines Ridge, and Matthew, waiting on the couch, had almost lost his patience.

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