Chapter 7
Chapter 7
I knelt on the ground, beaten and bloodied, hair a mess, clothes filthy–looked like absolute hell.[]
Harrison didn’t even recognize me.]]
He walked over, barely glancing at my injuries with total indifference:[]
“So you’re the bitch who’s been bullying Lillian all these years?“]]
“I’m her husband. Normally I’d destroy anyone who messes with my wife.“||
“But you’re already fucked up enough, so I’ll be generous.”
Today’s my wedding day–I won’t let some nobody ruin it.“[]
“You’ve got some scrapes and bruises. I’ll throw you some cash to make this go away.“]
“We settle this now, quietly. Sound good?“]
His voice dripped with casual arrogance, like speaking to me was charity work. Like I should be grateful he even acknowledged my existence.[]
I stayed silent. Just laughed coldly.[]
Harrison’s jaw tightened: “Problem? Not enough for you?“]
He paused, clearly annoyed: “Fine. Since it’s my wedding day, I’ll be extra generous.“[]
“You ever need anything, come find me at Ellsworth Enterprises. I’ll handle whatever shit you’ve got.“[]
“That better be enough.“[]
He looked down at me like I was some bottom–feeder trying to squeeze him for more.[]
Lillian rolled her eyes: “You’re not even dead! Quit being so fucking dramatic!“[]
“You should be thanking us! Any other person would’ve left you in the gutter!“]
My classmates piled on with sick jealousy:[]
“Harrison Ellsworth offering to help your pathetic ass? You hit the lottery!“[]
“Stop sitting there like some victim and thank him properly!“[]
“She’s probably creaming herself over getting the richest man in Washington’s personal phone number!“]
Their envy was poison. They hated that I was getting anything at all.[]
With their goading, Harrison’s patience snapped: “I’ve been way too nice already. Don’t push your luck, or you’ll regret ruining
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my wedding.“[]
Under his threat, I slowly stood up, pain shooting through my body.[]
I pushed my tangled hair back, looked him dead in the eyes, and smiled coldly:]
“Harrison Ellsworth. Still the same arrogant piece of shit, I see.‘
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