Arianna’s family was falling apart and facing a tragic demise, however, her heart sank when she clearly saw Travis Cooper’s name on the acquisition papers. She had no choice but to negotiate with him.
Arianna lowered her head and relaxed her shoulders to ease the tension. She should show him gratefulness to make him happier, she thought, but she just couldn’t do it.
“How would you be willing to leave my grandfather alone?”
He casually poured her a cup of tea and placed it in front of her before replying, “I think the correct person to ask is the judge, no? The offenders are usually punished. This is a matter of justice, isn’t it?”
Arianna was beginning to grow tired of his mood swings.
“He is old, and his body is failing him. He would not last long in prison.” Arianna continued to try to sway him.
“What can I do? I always admire devoted children.” His voice carried some ridicule, “But I’m not a charity. I only do transactions with interests. What would you do in exchange for the freedom of your grandfather?”
Travis intertwined the fingers of his one hand with the other and rested his hands on his stomach as he leaned back in his chair once more. His expression was a bit lazy, “Since you entered this door, I’ve been waiting for the drama of you selling your body and soul to me in order to save your family member.”
When Arianna didn’t reply, Travis explicitly said, “Maybe I’m just bored. I’d like to try something fun.”
Arianna’s stomach felt like it flipped. She looked at the handsome face that was now showing evil.

Hate To Love You My Billionaire Lover

All of the stories were about her misfortunes with men. She kept repeating, “Women can depend on no man.”


After a while, Arianna began to tune her out. She had her own thoughts and did not interrupt Helena, though she wasn’t listening much either.


The woman’s stories became more and more outdated and unconnected. Helena spoke about the unfaithful man she was involved with at Arianna’s age. Then she explained how she went on a hunger strike for an unrelated cause.


Helena said, “You see, I’ve felt despair in my life at times. But look at me now, no big deal.”


Arianna suddenly asked, “How did you get over it?”


“Well, after the hunger strike, I realized that the most tragic thing in the world was hunger, not being dumped by a man. As for that unfaithful cheater, I believe a mad dog bit him.”


Her lips cracked when she smiled. Arianna said, “Thank you.”


Helena replied, “I know it’s not easy. But it gets better.”


After several moments of silence, there was a knock on the door.


Chapter 21 How Did You Get Over It?