My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage
Chapter 136

Episode 136

Her words sparked a flare of irritation in Elijah.

He had been ready to suggest she keep the money if she found herself short, but her tone made him reconsider his approach.

In a tone laced with annoyance, he retorted, “What do you mean by we’re squared away now?” He had extended his help genuinely, thinking he was acting as a conscientious husband should, yet her lack of appreciation stung him.

Elizabeth, perturbed by Elijah’s tone yet acknowledging her indebtedness in this instance, held back her frustration and patiently clarified, “Since I’ve departed from the Norris family, it doesn’t seem right to continue using your funds.”

Elijah didn’t accept this as a clarification; rather, he perceived it as a provocation.

With a trace of sarcasm, he pressed on.

“So, you wish to cut all ties with me then? Do you really think this insignificant amount resolves everything?”

“The six hundred thousand was merely to cover Grandma’s medical bills.

As for everything else, I left 20 million at Bayview Villa when I walked out.

That money was rightfully mine.

I reckon that should more than compensate for any expenses I’ve incurred while being a part of the Norris family these past two years.

Moreover, I didn’t take any of the opulent luxuries or symbols of status from the home.” Elizabeth’s voice carried a note of triumph; she was assured and resolute.

Departing with both her dignity and financial independence felt profoundly right.

Indeed, a woman needed to have her own financial resources.

Elijah rose to his feet, his expression shadowy and inscrutable as he stared out the window.

Over the years, he had dealt with all manner of people, each seeking to wring additional benefits from him.

Money had always been his tool for solving problems, yet Elizabeth was an anomaly he hadn’t anticipated.

The money he had offered her was imbued with his concern and care, not just a means to an end.

After a lingering silence filled the air, he finally spoke, his voice deep and resonant.

“Elizabeth, do you lack all compassion? What does that 20 million signify? In our two years of marriage, has it really all boiled down to mere financial transactions?”

Elizabeth scoffed, her reply sharp and swift, “Besides money, what else is there left to split between us?”

If another person had made such a remark, she could have interpreted it as a sentimental confession, but coming from Elijah, it only sowed seeds of confusion in her mind.

Their home was void of the laughter of children or even the soft pattering of pet paws.

As far as emotions were concerned, she poured her heart into it tirelessly, with no reciprocity in sight.

She had never sought compensation for her emotional labor, so why did he dare to pose such an inquiry now?

Elijah’s silence on the other end of the phone seemed to stretch into an eternity.

“Mr.

James, has it suddenly dawned on you that you’re in love with me?” Elizabeth’s voice, laced with a sharp edge of irony, intended to sting, yet it unexpectedly carved out a hollow ache within her.

Able to catch the bitter sarcasm in her voice, Elijah responded, his tone cold and dismissive, “Fall in love with an ungrateful wretch like you? Impossible.”

Elizabeth, her expectations met with his predictable scorn, swiftly disconnected the call.

Her lips twisted into a bitter smile as she mockingly saluted the silent phone.

Tossing it carelessly onto the sofa, she decided a trip to the supermarket was in order—there were countless treats and essentials yet to be crossed off her list.

Dwelling on the impending demise of her marriage to a man now estranged in her heart? Absolutely pointless.