Chapter 671

Kingston was still at a loss. "What do you mean it's my turn?" Wendy replied with a grin, "It's time for you to share what you own. I understand you probably don't have a lot, but I'm really not bothered by it. Just don't keep things to yourself. "Moving forward, we'll always be truthful to each other for the rest of our lives." Kingston felt a surge of joy when he heard her intention to spend a lifetime together. "Alright. Let me break it down for you. I haven't made much money these past few years, but it's probably close to 500 thousand dollars." 500 thousand dollars? Wendy gasped in surprise. She didn't expect Kingston to save up so much since he looked so ordinary and only rode an electric scooter. "That's impressive. How did you manage to save that?" Kingston responded with a smirk, "Honestly, I don't make a ton, but I don't spend much either. Every month, I bring in about 6,000 dollars and only spend around 500 dollars." They enjoyed their wine as they chatted away, and Wendy's cheeks got all rosy from the drinking. Upon hearing Kingston's words, she sat closer to him and locked her adorable eyes with his. Feeling a little heartbroken, Wendy remarked, "You're too hard on yourself. It's been rough for you. When we get married, I'll make sure you have a good life." With butterflies in his stomach, Kingston took Wendy's hand. "I can't believe how lucky I am to meet a fantastic woman like you. I swear I'll treat you right for the rest of my life." Wendy broke into a smile. "Thanks. By the way, don't you have any other valuable stuff at home? My grandma left me a bracelet. What did your family leave behind?" With his eyes half-closed from drinking, Kingston started counting on his fingers. "I still have two eldernroots. One's been around for 100 years, and the other for about 60 years. Besides the 90 antique coins, I've got two pieces of gold, weighing around a third of an ounce in total." Wendy was getting more shocked as she listened. All of them were quite valuable. The century-old eldernroot must have been worth a fortune. But up until this point, she still hadn't gotten any information on Plague Compendium yet. Feeling anxious, Wendy had Kingston drink a few more glasses of wine. As they snuggled up together, she sweetly said, "My grandpa has a thing for calligraphy. We have loads of calligraphy books passed down in the family, including two genuine pieces from the year 1900. "You mentioned your family is into medicine. Do you have any medical literature handed down?" Slurring his words like a drunk, Kingston staunchly declared, "Yes, of course. Josiah, my forefather, was a famous doctor who founded his medical sect. He wrote a book, Plague Compendium, but it got lost during the upheaval. Later, someone returned the book. It's the most valuable thing in my family." Wendy's eyes immediately lit up. "Really? You're not messing with me, right? Can I see it?" Kingston wobbled as he got up. "I've kept it well hidden. No one will ever find it. Follow me. I'll show you where it is." Wendy helped Kingston as they walked out of the room. "Where did you stash it? Is it at a friend's place?" Kingston smugly replied, "It's right here in my place. Come here." When he reached the door, he stopped in his tracks. Then, he fiddled with the old iron door for a moment and pried a piece of metal off it. Wendy was surprised to see that the iron door had two layers. With plastic tightly wrapping it, Plague Compendium was hidden in the space between. No wonder she searched everywhere and couldn't find it. It was hidden in plain sight, right in the door. Wendy held the medical book wrapped in plastic with one hand as she helped Kingston back into his room. Then, she gently lay him down on the bed. Gazing at Kingston, Wendy murmured, "I'm sorry. I know you're a good person, but I have no choice. I was planning to pamper you on our wedding night and then trick you into giving me the medical book. "I never thought you wouldn't be on guard at all. You made it way too easy to get the medical book. "You really have no luck with women. With a great figure like mine, what a shame you're going to miss out on it. Sorry! I'm leaving now!"