Chapter 129

Valerie blinked. "What secret?" Skyler said, "Valerie, are you still going to play dumb at a time like this?" He jabbed an angry finger at Serenity Residence. "You knew perfectly well that this place was set up with a wealth-gathering array, yet you still tricked me into transferring it to you. How could you scheme against your own father like that? Do you not have any conscience?" Before Valerie could respond, Skyler barked out his order, "You're coming with me right now to transfer the property back under my name. And don't start telling me that sentimental crap about how your mother left it to you as a keepsake. I don't want to hear a word of it. "You came to Windmere for money. I'll double the money I already gave you. The moment the place is under my name, the rest of it will be in your account. "With that much money, you should be able to live comfortably for the rest of your life. As your father, I'd say that's more than generous." Valerie adopted a look of sudden realizat