I Love You, Miss Genius

Bonnie didn't miss out on the subtle triumph in Billy's eyes. Her lips curled slightly as a hint of coldness flashed in her eyes.

'I knew it. Billy isn't some kind-hearted soul. I should tread more carefully when I'm dealing with him.'

She pretended to be deeply moved when she looked at him. "Thank you, Billy. I mean it. There's hope for my mom now."

He stuffed the bank card in her hand and said, "This is but a tiny favor. Take the money and settle your mom's medical bills. If everything turns out fine, I'm going to hire the most famous doctor in Yale to treat her."

'I'm talking about the tests I've prepared for him, of course. After all, Barrett's talent is priceless. I could spend millions on him and still feel that it's worth it.

'If I so much as sniff out something off about him, then I'll think of the one million dollars as me sponsoring his funeral.'

Bonnie said, "I really appreciate this, Billy. I don't even know where to begin repaying you." She felt goosebumps from disgust as she spoke.

never had to say something like this to anyone. After all, she had always stood at the top of the food chain everywhere she went. She needed no pity or mercy from anyone, nor did

have to repay me or anything. Just show up and do everything I tell you to do when I need

You've done me a huge favor. I promise I will do anything

she looked at him, her eyes were filled with gratitude, as if she would go

Billy was very satisfied with her response. "Wonderful. I feel much

grateful to me that he'd jump in the lake if I

transfer the money to my mom? She can pay the hospital I'm worried that the doctor will stop all treatment if we drag the payment for too long."

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and urgency as

decided she wasn't faking it. So, he

ahead and do it

and scurried back to