Adenoid did not accept it but instead pushed it back toward her. With a smile, he said, "Ms. Willis, you know that I'm not a man that makes it all about money. Be my woman, and you will be relieved of your debt once and for all. If you're with me, you can live in luxury without having to worry about anything.

His words had visibly irritated Lillian, but she managed to remain composed before she smiled back at him and said, "No, thank you."

Adenoid's expression darkened at the rejection. "Lilli