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.

fears proved true

she snapped, her voice

you’re going to act, focus

habits from the entertainment industry

some respect to your

has a reputation to

Elijah stepped

“Mom, that’s enough.”

but she

“Fine.

your wife to dinner if

hand, but she

eyes, glinting with cold anger, locked onto

heel and walked away, her

raced, her

being used as a tool, only to be insulted for

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