Chapter 79
“As long as I don’t go along with you, does that make me stubborn? As long as things don’t go your way, does that mean I’m deliberately provoking you?” Victoria met Leon’s gane, which carried a chilling sharpness. Her voice was quiet.
Leon tightened his grip, gradually increasing the pressure, it hurt, but Victoria didn’t make a sound
“Leon, can you stop beng so childish?” She felt like he was acting like a petulant child.
“Do you even realize how many problems I’ve helped you solve these past few days? Do you really think Wayne and those people in the private room just happened to stop bothering you?” Leon still didn’t let go.
Victoria’s expression stiffened.
ting your energy on these insignificant matters.”
Leon answered for her, saying, “It was because I took care of it in advance. Even if you refuse to listen, I still don’t want you wasting your
He was angry with her because she was so disobedient, defiant, and full of stubbornness.
Yet despite that, he still wanted to protect her. He hoped that after hitting enough dead ends, she would realize it on her own and come back. “Have you ever considered that the trouble you bring me far outweighs the trouble you solve for me? Victoria’s voice remained steady, and she stopped struggling against his
Leon’s are darkened slightly.
“If you hadn’t interfered, I could’ve sold the ring for a good price. I would’ve found a job in no time. Even if my dad were to come after me, Susie could him immediately.”
Victona continued, “I could be living better than I am now, without the constant worry of facing your retaliation.”
“Is that what you truly believe? The wins on the back of Leon’s hand became more pronounced, but he didn’t tighten his grip any further. Victoria answered firmly,
to
Leon’s voice dropped a notch. “Have you thought about what it would mean to live without my protection?”
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