Chapter 136 Episode 136

Her words sparked a flare of irritation in Elijah.

He had been ready to suggest she keep the money if she found herself short, but her tone made him reconsider his approach.

In a tone laced with annoyance, he retorted, “What do you mean by we’re squared away now?” He had extended his help genuinely, thinking he was acting as a conscientious husband should, yet her lack of appreciation stung him.

Elizabeth, perturbed by Elijah’s tone yet acknowledging her indebtedness in this instance, held back her frustration and patiently clarified, “Since I’ve departed from the Norris family, it doesn’t seem right to continue using your funds.”

Elijah didn’t accept this as a clarification; rather, he perceived it as a provocation.

With a trace of sarcasm, he pressed on.

“So, you wish to cut all ties with me then? Do you really think this insignificant amount resolves everything?”

“The six hundred thousand was merely to cover Grandma’s medical bills.

for everything else, I left 20 million

was

reckon that should more than compensate for any expenses I’ve incurred while being a part of the Norris

status from the home.” Elizabeth’s voice carried a note of triumph;

her dignity and

needed to have her own financial

his feet, his expression shadowy and inscrutable as

he had dealt with all manner of people, each seeking to wring additional benefits

his tool for solving problems, yet Elizabeth was an anomaly

with his concern and care, not

silence filled the air, he finally spoke, his voice deep

20 million signify? In our two years of marriage, has it really

“Besides money, what else is there

could have interpreted it as a sentimental confession, but coming from Elijah, it only sowed seeds of confusion in

of children or

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