All Chapters of The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer!: Chapter 311 - Chapter 320

I stared at him, stunned."Ah, I mean… I just think that unit isn't comfortable enough for you. Bullet doesn't even have enough space to roam.""You even thought of my dog?" I replied, leering at him with a half-smile.Honestly, I was overjoyed that he cared. God, this guy had to be an angel.Soren could tell. Emboldened, he took my hand and brushed his thumb over my palm. "Well, he's family to you… so he's family to me, too."His gaze softened. "So, what do you think? If you like it here, stay over. I swear I won't cross any boundary you set. I won't do anything you don't consent to—until you've finally accepted me."It was hard to say no to all of this. But I hesitated.Moving into another man's house alone felt like handing myself over to him. It would be easy for things to happen, right? Roommates could turn into something more with just the right spark.And what about when we broke up? I'd have to pack my bags and leave all over again, like last time. That had been humilia

"Shut up, Mom! Shut the hell up!" Edith screamed at Sally. "This is exactly what she wants! She wants you to beg her, like a sicko!"Then she turned to me, bellowing, "You fucking sick bitch! Try and kill me, I dare you! Because if I don't, and when I'm out, you're fucking dead. I'll make you pay!"I hated myself for trying to be kind. This was what I got for all that effort?!"Fine! Fancy yourself a warrior? Then enjoy your stay in prison!" I shot back before turning away.-I met up with Soren, who sighed. "Changed your mind at the last minute, didn't you?"I pressed my lips together, exasperated. "I just… I thought it was time to let this go, you know? My life is full of joy and blessings. I thought I could be a good person one last time for her. But she didn't want it after all."I looked at him. "You must think I was pretty stupid, huh?""No." He shook his head. "To err is human. To forgive, divine. They were the ones who were wrong for rejecting kindness when it was given

I leaned into Soren's chest and felt it undulate as he spoke. Guilt filled me. He was so kind to me, even as I kept trying to keep my distance.I hated myself for it, yet I couldn't open my heart to him either."Damn it, Soren!" My voice was muffled against his chest."Yes?" he asked, glancing down, his breath warm against my ear.I pushed him away and took a few deep breaths."Are you really not mad at me?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.He wiped the tears from my eyes."You're tormented enough as it is. Why should I be mad at you? That would only add to your suffering," he replied, his tone calm.I couldn't even put into words how deeply his words moved me.When searching for a partner, one should seek kindness, not just someone who was kind to you. Those who were only kind to you were merely acting, pretending to be what they thought you wanted. But those who were genuinely kind had no hidden, unsavory sides to reveal.How fortunate I was to have known Soren sin

I knew Lola was into this New Age stuff, so I decided to scare her with something like that. I didn't believe in it, so I didn't have to worry about her using it against me.Lola was furious. "You… You're exactly what Cameron calls it! Vile and heartless!""That's right. Meanwhile, you people are saints! Take good care of him, saints!" I shot back.She had no response, even after I hung up.The lawyer looked at me with sympathy. "Your troubles never seem to end."I smiled, a hollow expression. "Don't I know it?"The court case with Edith was barely behind me, and now I had to deal with Harry's compassionate release issue? When would my life stop being so frustratingly "interesting?"-After work, Soren called to ask if I wanted dinner.My mood was so bad I just wanted to stay home and lie down."I'm not hungry. No appetite," I replied."I have to meet a client later. I might finish around nine. I can grab something for you then," he offered kindly."No. Your grandfather's n

It was an eyeroll of happiness. "Fine. I can't stop you, can I?"I returned to my seat. Jamie was already cooking, and he placed some freshly cooked seafood on my plate. "Here. These are just made. Very fresh!""Ah, I can do it myself. Thanks!" I said, declining.He smiled and continued placing food on my plate as though he hadn't heard me.I remembered what Cherry had said: Jamie seemed to harbor feelings for me.It made me appreciate Soren's planned arrival. It could serve as a reminder to Jamie that I was already taken.-We finished our dinner by 9:00 p.m.I was starting to worry that we'd finished earlier than Soren had expected when his call came. It turned out he was already at the entrance."Looks like my guy is here. Please excuse me, and good night!" I said, ready to leave."What about your car?" Jamie asked, curious."Let it stay there for now. We'll have a repairman drive it to the shop tomorrow."I bade him farewell again and quickly headed to the entrance.To