Tiffany fought back. “I brought it up. I feel like I can’t go back to how it used to be with him anymore. Of course, it should be broken off as soon as I know that it won’t work out. It’s my personal affair, and it has nothing to do with you! You’re just afraid that I won’t be able to find some rich man, aren’t you? If Ethan weren’t Mark’s younger brother, you wouldn’t be supporting us being together. Since we’re on the subject of money, I’ll also remind you that the fortune fairy who gifted you a house is gone now. You’ll have to spend money on moving, so don’t go splurging on unnecessary things. We’ve gotten a taste of poverty, so don’t bring it back upon yourself.”Lillian knew her daughter’s temper. From what she said, she knew that there was no turning back. “Forget it, I won’t waste my saliva on you either. Go out and have fun. When you come back, find a proper job. We can’t spend the money without making something in turn. Forget about moving into a mansion with that little mone
Lisa had an opinion about her since the flight. With the alcohol in her system now, she stabbed a finger in front of Tiffany and questioned, “What Majesty? You’re Mr. West’s new girl, huh? Don’t be too full of yourself. The new will overthrow the old, and you’ll be replaced sooner or later. We’re on the same path, so no need to look down on each other. You’re young, that’s all, but he’ll dump you in less than three months. I was with him for three months too, a relatively long time, you know? What’s more, he bought me everything I wanted… Too bad, it won’t last. Good luck to you.”Tiffany was repulsed and cussed at Jackson inwardly. Before Lisa left, she slammed the door right in front of her face and texted Jackson. “‘He bought me everything I want’, this is what Lisa said. Please, I can still feel shame when you can’t. If I’m woken up again, I’ll castrate you!”Jackson did not reply when he saw the message, heaving a long sigh while laying on the bed. He wished that he would have kno
Eric began heckling as well, “Stop trying to explain it. An explanation means that you’re hiding something, and whatever you’re hiding is the truth. The more you describe it, the worse it becomes. We’re all very much aware of what’s going on. There’s nothing to be embarrassed about. You’re not that young anymore, Mark. Stop acting so bashful.”Mark happened to be in a good mood, so he didn’t quibble with them. Instead, he stepped aside and gazed into the landscape in a distance, holding a bottle of beer. He enjoyed the gentle sea breeze. It was a rare moment of peace.Tiffany was bored. She picked up her bottle of beer, walked next to Eric and asked, “How long do you plan on vacationing here?”Eric shrugged, “Don’t know. It’s up to you guys. I’m fine with anything.”For some strange reason, Jackson found the sight of Eric and Tiffany sitting together unsightly, “We’ll definitely go back in a week. We can’t leave our companies alone, it’s not like we’re bums.”Tiffany narrowed her
Eric was very happy with this picture; he looked as if he had gotten a shot of some kind of precious treasure. “I’ll print this one out when we get back. One for me, and one for you two. I’m not sure why I’ve never noticed this, but you two look like a match made in heaven.”Arianne lowered her head and smiled bashfully. Mark smiled as well and indulgently wrapped his arm around her shoulders.They returned to the hotel to get some rest once they began feeling tired.Jackson was still out when they arrived at the hotel. Eric clicked his tongue, “I think he’s going to have a really good time tonight.”Tiffany went back to her room without another word, probably because she was feeling exhausted. When she saw Jackson’s things in her room, she irritably threw them aside. She had initially intended on having a good night’s sleep, but when she laid down, she realized that the bed was filled with his scent.Left with no choice, she went to Jackson’s room again. They had been changing ro
His sudden change in topic surprised Lisa, but she answered him anyway, “I think that when I’m in love with a man, I’m the only one allowed to spend his money. All those other wh*res are not allowed to be near him. You’ve had so many women, Jackson. Have you never had any real feelings for any of them?”As he stared at Lisa, he was suddenly disgusted by women like her. That was not love. That was no different from a material transaction. What felt even more terrifying was the fact that every other woman he had been with was just like her. In the past, he never really cared and had always felt that spending money for a bit of pleasure was the most normal thing to do, “I don’t think I have…”They didn’t go back to the hotel at night. Instead, they found a nice spot along the beach, set up a camping tent and a barbecue. Their goal was to watch the sunrise.The winds at sea were strong at night, and the temperature plummeted as well. Arianne sat on a small portable stool and stared at t
Lisa acted as if nothing had happened when she arrived back at the beach. She continued talking and joking with Jackson. Realizing that Jackson was too busy barbecuing skewers to eat or drink, she took the initiative to feed him some barbecued meat skewers and some beer. She even remembered to glance provocatively at Tiffany from time to time.Tiffany was enraged, but her head was clearer thanks to the icy sea breeze. Why was she angry? Jackson could be nice to anyone to whatever degree he wanted, and it had nothing to do with her. However, why did she have to get involved? She had always had a bad impression of Lisa, even on the plane. Wasn’t Jackson to blame for causing all of this?Now that her mind was clear, she could no longer be bothered to compare herself with her. She concentrated on eating and drinking and would chat with Arianne from time to time.Tiffany and Arianne huddled together in a tent late at night, listening to the rolling tides and chatting softly. Tiffany sudd
Jackson and Tiffany’s seats happened to be next to each other during the return flight. The pair did not speak throughout the entire journey. The past few days seemed to have drained Tiffany. She put on an eye mask once she got onto the plane and fell asleep. Arianne was the one who woke her up when the plane landed.They went home on their own. It was past nine in the evening, and Arianne had just stepped through the door. Mark was behind, bringing the luggage. Initially, Henry wanted to send some staff members to greet them at the airport, but she refused, as she did not want to draw attention. If Henry were to do it, it would be a great display of extravagance.A Tremont Estate housemaid suddenly stepped forward to greet them, “Madam, someone’s sent something over, saying that it’s for you.”She wondered who it could be from, “What is it? Do you know who sent it?”The housemaid shook her head, “I don’t know, I’ve never seen them before. I think it’s a letter.”Then, the house
The housemaid shrunk into a corner, too afraid to speak. She had given her the letter but had not expected to cause such a commotion. Henry and Mary ran out to the living room and saw it happen. No one dared to say a word. Servants like them were not allowed to get involved in such matters.Mark slowly walked towards the sofa and sat down. His face was deathly still. He raised his trembling hands and placed them on his chest. He felt as if a thousand knives had pierced through his heart. The one thing that he had feared most of all had finally happened…Half an hour later, he forced himself to steady his breathing, “Have someone follow her, make sure that she’s safe…”Henry agreed, summoning a bodyguard and leaving quickly.Arianne was all on her own. Tiffany was the only person she could turn to. She walked to the intersection, flagged down a cab, and gave the address. She did not notice the black Rolls-Royce behind her.She sobbed as she banged on Tiffany’s door when she arrived