Riches in Disguise novel Chapter 246

The speaker was Joshua.

What was he doing here?

I hadn't seen him in ages, and it looked like he had gained significant weight. His belly was so round now that he resembled a middle-aged, fat businessman—far from the moderately good-looking guy he used to be in school.

He smirked at me. "William, long time no see. Bet you didn't expect to run into me here, huh? Never thought we'd meet again, did you?"

I looked at him and replied, "It's definitely a surprise."

In truth, I had run into him twice at the hospital before and had heard that he was now relying on wealthy women for support. But I hadn't paid much attention. I never imagined that we would end up talking face-to-face like this.

"Joshua, do you two know each other?"

A middle-aged woman stepped forward, naturally linking arms with him, her demeanor exceptionally affectionate.

Everything clicked into place. One of the rich women Joshua had latched onto was someone from the Morgan family.

He chuckled smugly. "Of course we know each other. We used to live in the same dorm!"

His words immediately drew the curiosity of everyone around us.

"Same dorm? What a coincidence!"

"But what did you mean earlier about exposing his true colors?"

Joshua turned toward me, his face gleaming with malicious glee. "Exactly what I said. He's putting on an act! Not only is he dirt poor, but his character is absolutely awful.

She turned to me, her eyes searching mine for answers.

I sighed.

Usually, I wouldn't even bother explaining. But she had been so kind to me, and I couldn't stand the thought of her being humiliated in front of many people. So, I decided to clarify.

"Firstly, I've never pretended to be a wealthy heir. I genuinely have money. Secondly, I never deceived Lina. She cheated on me with Joshua, and to cover her tracks, she made up a story about how I tricked her. Many people at school knew this, but they believed her lies because they didn't know the whole truth.

"Lastly, Crystal, I can say with confidence that ever since I met you, I haven't done anything to betray your trust. I've never once lied to you. If you believe me, I'll stay. If you don't, I'll leave."

I had said all I needed to. I didn't want to waste any more words.

When I finished speaking, Crystal exclaimed without hesitation, "I believe you, William!"