Chapter 140

Normally, there's no way he'd say something like that, which just shows how much that defense system means to him. Elaine thought it was over and was ready to give up, but then Milton suddenly said, "Unless you're planning to take responsibility for the rest of my life—then maybe I'll think about it." "Even if you don't hand it over, I still will," Elaine said seriously, raising three fingers like she was making a solemn vow—it was straight from the heart. Seeing the victory right in front of her, she waited eagerly for his response. Milton let out a long sigh and said, "Well then, I guess I don't need to worry anymore." Did that mean... he agreed? The defense system wasn't a single unit—it was made of several modules. Each one acted like a small shield, and when combined, they became basically impenetrable. Milton wasn't that naïve—he wasn't going to give them the entire thing, or even a full independent piece. What he gave them was usage rights. In other words, he could take it back