Chapter 286

• Confused, I looked at him and said, "I don't understand what you mean." I tilted my head and pondered for a moment before a sudden realization struck me. "Are you suggesting that you're willing to provide me with a substantial sum of money so that I can settle down and live a worry-free life?"
• I made a joke, but deep down, my heart was aching. I couldn't believe how far I had come. Now, I could discuss such heart-wrenching topics with Mr. Adler without hesitation. I had always admired Mr. Adler's ruthlessness and Josephine Lane's carefree attitude, but I never expected to learn a thing or two from them. These things may not be suitable for polite conversation, but they helped me maintain my composure in this situation and alleviate my embarrassment.
• "I promised you last time that I would give you the money from selling the jade," Mr. Adler casually mentioned. "Five million, would that be enough to cover your expenses?"