Chapter 169

Mike didn't want to just stand by and watch Elisa's death unfold. "I'm really doing this for the Rivas family and you. Even if you end up hating me, I'll accept it. I won't blame you," he said, his voice full of melancholy. In an instant, she narrowed her eyes, realizing something. "Mr. Clements?" He couldn't bring himself to look into her confused eyes. He turned his head away and shook it lightly. "Nothing. I'm just easily sentimental after getting older." "Mr. Clements, you're still quite strong for your age. Should I send a couple of women to take care of you?" Elisa laughed quietly. If it had been another time, Mike would have laughed too, maybe even blushed. But now, he couldn't find it in himself to laugh. His face was full of bitterness. "If I could, I would like to go back to the countryside and live a peaceful life farming." "You will, soon." Elisa sighed. "There are many things we need to let go of. I also wish I could travel the world with my father and enjoy the hap