Chapter 197

Madeline had gone home? Felix fell silent as he rested his chin on his interlaced fingers.

Everyone has a golden period in their past, especially during their school days. Whether it was a real relationship or just a crush, seeing that person again as an adult felt like a good ending to their youth. This was especially true for Felix and Madeline. How could he not care when he saw her in this situation? "I'll pay 50 grand. Get her back here," Felix said.

The manager shook his head. "Sir, it's not about the money. It's in her contract."

Felix raised his offer. "200 grand."

The manager froze as he gawked at Felix. Had he heard that right? 200 grand?

"I'll throw in another 50 grand for you if you bring her back." Money was no object to Felix. He had more than he could spend anyway.

"Give me half an hour, sir. She'll be here, I guarantee it." Money really could make people do anything.

"Damn, first love's got some pull. 250 grand, just like that." Jack gave him a thumbs up. He did not think it was a big deal. Before his family cut him off, he would have done the same. It was all about having the means.

was back. She was dressed casually instead

After the manager left, Jack tactfully excused himself to the

a while," Felix

next to Felix while leaving a gap between them.

to see me. Is it really worth it?" She did not seem surprised that Felix had

""Yes." Felix nodded.

contact, Madeline pulled out a cigarette, lit

you anymore," Madeline remarked. Felix hesitated, then asked, "What happened? This can't be what you really want.' If he remembered correctly, Madeline had

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you can see I

hearing what Felix said, and tears spilled down her

crash. Dad fell apart and started gambling. He lied and said he was still in business. He took out loans using my ID on top of his own debts. Even with my fancy degree, I could never pay it all back. What choice did I have?" She let out a bitter

gently stroked her head and pulled her close. "However much it is, I'll cover it. It'd be one thing if I didn't know. But now

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