Chapter 226 “Mr.

James,” she said, forcing a laugh, “you’re not only successful but also very protective of your wife.”

A murmur rippled through the crowd.

Someone muttered, “She may not have the pedigree, but she’s certainly lucky.”

Elijah’s response was immediate.

“You’re right.

I am lucky to have such a wonderful wife.”

Elizabeth’s chest tightened.

His words sounded so perfect, but they twisted inside her.

He wasn’t shielding her; he was placing her on a pedestal, making her an even clearer target for disdain.

proved true

snapped, her voice sharp

to act, focus

those unsavory habits from

respect to your

family has a reputation

respond, Elijah stepped

“Mom, that’s enough.”

eyes narrowed, but she

“Fine.

to dinner if you’re so

hand, but she recoiled as

with cold anger, locked onto

a word, she spun on her heel and walked away, her

heart raced, her chest

tool, only

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