Chapter 130. A Deal

Elaine tried to hold back her tears. “I want my old life back. I want my old apartment and my cheap glasses and my privacy. Most importantly, I want to be free from the complications that being with you brings.”

“It’s a little late for that.”

“Andrew, all I’m asking for is my job. Please, don’t do this to me.”

“You can reapply to the company after we’re done with the book deals for my family.”

“That will take a whole year.” She held the lapels of his jacket. “I don’t have a year.”

He pried her fingers from his shirt but refused to let go of her hand. Her begging was killing him but he had to be strong. Damage control meant that he had to put as much distance between himself and Elaine.

“If my grandfather founds out what we did, I’ll lose everything. I’ll be turned out the house.”

“Oh, so that’s what all this is about? It’s about you. You’re punishing me so you can preserve yourself.”

“That’s not what it is. I already explained this to