Independence

Elliott added sincerely, “I feel incredibly fortunate to have met you in this lifetime.”

Matthew said with resignation, “Got it, I’ll transfer the money immediately.”

After saying that, he took out his phone and transferred all the money he had earned in prison to the bank where Elliott worked.

Tessa looked bewildered as she believed Matthew had no money to his name.

She wondered why Elliott was being so enthusiastic. She also couldn’t figure out why he was going to such lengths to personally bring Matthew gifts.

Elliott set down the gift when he suddenly received a text message from his subordinate. As he read the message, he was shocked and remained speechless for a long time.

After shaking off his initial shock, he grabbed Matthew’s hand excitedly. “Matthew, you’re a godsend, my guardian angel. In fact, you’re my savior,” he said. Content is property © NôvelDrama.Org.

“I can’t believe you actually have ten billion dollars deposited in our bank,” he exclaimed. “Not only did I meet the target, but I could also stand to get promoted.”

Upon hearing the amount of ten billion dollars, Tessa widened her eyes in utter disbelief.

Ten billion dollars was a fortune beyond her wildest dreams. However, she wondered where Matthew had gotten so much money.

Suddenly, she remembered what Matthew had said at the prison gate.

Back then, Matthew had claimed to have over ten billion dollars in his possession. He promised her a life of happiness and assured her they would never be short of money again.

At that time, she thought he was just boasting baselessly. She never expected Matthew to be telling the truth. Now, she wished she could kick herself a thousand times.

Of all the men she had met in her life, Matthew was undoubtedly the wealthiest.

She actually divorced such a man! She regained her composure after regretting her choices for a long time.

Knowing that Matthew had money, she saw an opportunity.

Ignoring Elliott’s presence, she stepped forward and grabbed Matthew’s hand. She said, “Matthew, you weren’t lying to me. You really do have over ten billion dollars.

“Now I believe you can ensure I never run out of money for the rest of my life,” she exclaimed. “Lnow realize how much you love me.

“I know I’m completely wrong about this. Bringing up the idea of us remarrying might seem like I’m rushing things. Can you first lend me 50 million dollars to help me through this rough patch?”

Matthew shook his head upon hearing her shameless request. His eyes were cold as he said, “You’re mistaken. I have money, but it’s mine. I won’t give you a single penny.”

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Tessa was unable to accept his declaration. “But Matthew, you love me. In the past, you listened to everything I s and handed over all your earnings to me,” she murmured.

“Now that you have ten billion dollars, I’m only asking for 50 million dollars. Why can’t you give it to me?” she asked.

Matthew’s expression chilled abruptly as he said, “When you were my wife, I worked hard and gave everything to you. I even went to prison for your crimes.

“However, you didn’t cherish it. Now that we’re divorced, you’re just a stranger to me. Why should I give you money?”

Tessa faltered again, unable to accept this harsh reality. She recalled that she would simply have to act cute in the past,

no matter how much trouble she caused. Matthew would bend over backward to help her when she did.

Determined to win him over once again, she gently grabbed Matthew’s arm and shook it cutely.

With a sweet and imploring tone, she said, “Matthew, I know I was wrong. I really did make a mistake. Can you forgive me?”

Matthew’s crisp slap across Tessa’s face silenced the entire courtyard.

Tessa was completely bewildered. She never expected her attempt to reclaim his heart would earn her a slap.

Beside them, Elliott instinctively covered his face, staring in shock at the unfolding scene.

Matthew was also stunned himself. He had never hit Tessa–or any

other woman

before.

He used to enjoy Tessa’s cute antics, but now he found them disgusting after discovering her manipulative nature.

Therefore, he instinctively slapped her as he couldn’t tolerate her behavior any longer.

Tessa snapped awake, staring at Matthew in disbelief. “Y–You hit me?”