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?”
“I haven’t hot it would still be better than this, Victoria admitted. She had never lived without some kind of reliance before.
Leon let her go. Seizing the chance, Victoria got out of the car. She took a few steps away, keeping her distance from him, her wariness obvious.
The deal with
Leon didn’t seem to care. He adjusted his sleeves, straightened up, and took two steps toward her, his presence as composed as ever. “You can leave now.
“You still haven’t given me an answer” Victoria stood her ground. She wanted a definite response.
“I won’t interfere with your final interview, nor will tell Wayne about your plans. Satisfied?” Leon’s voice was indiferent, his demeanor more distant than before. Victoria said, “Thank you, Mr. Quigley.”
Leon’s gaze turned even colder.
Without hesitation, Victoria turned and left. She still needed to go to the hospital to check on Laura’s recovery.
Watching her leave without hesitation, Leon’s mood darkened. His gaze grew heavier, and just as she was about to step out of the garage, he called out to her. “Victoria”
“Do you have anything else to say?” Victoria stopped and turned around. The breeze litted the hem of her ankle–length dress, and a few strands of hair at her temple fluttered slightly out of place.
For a moment, Leon was dazed. Scenes like this had played out countless times before
but back then, he used to call her Vicky. She would turn back with a bright, playful smile, her voice carrying a hint of mischief as she asked, “What is it?
Back then, she was soft lively, and a little mischievou
“Fll be going now if there’s nothing else, Victoria said again, unable to bear his gaze any longer.
From today onward, I won’t shield you from trouble, nor will deliberately make things difficult for you. But for Edwin’s sake and to ensure he has a stable life, he stay with me und the divorce is finalized, ron said, giving her the deshe wanted.
Victoria rejected the idea without hesitation, saying, “No.”
If Leon Book Edwin away, getting him back later would be nearly impossible.
