Chapter 278



"You should be hanging out with people who are on your level instead of sifting through the sand for gold. It's not that people like me look down on ourselves, but folks like your mom are way out of our league. Sticking to my lane isn't wrong."

"My mom isn't a monster. I don't believe she'd meddle in who I befriend."

"Maybe not with others, but with me, she definitely would. Don't believe me? Just ask her."

Chloe didn't explain more. She walked over to Pax and gave his shoulder a gentle pat. "Life's fair in its own way. You were born into a world of wealth and privilege that most people can only dream of, and that comes with its own set of sacrifices."

"Here's my advice: just be the obedient heir, enjoy what you have, and don't get hung up on things that are hard to come by, like the so-called true love. Maybe it doesn't even exist. Parents can abandon their kids, and lovers can turn into enemies. People change, and nothing in this world is permanent.

"I'm a realist, Pax. I'm not worth the trouble. We met by chance, and if our time's up, let's part on good terms. Take care of yourself."

Chloe turned to leave. Pax stood there,

lot and soon drove out. As she passed by the front of

to avoid hitting him. She was shaken and genuinely angry now. With a bang, she flung

him across the face. "Pax, have you lost your mind? How many lives do you think you have to block a car in

you flying to the ICU with one press of

Pet

If you want to die, don't drag me into

furious. She had slapped Pax, but not hard because

impulsive was one thing, but risking

have actually hit him. Even now, the thought

slapped,

through; he just knew he needed to

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