Chapter 558 Knocked Three Times

The woman with fox-like eyes gazed expectantly at William. She believed that he would definitely accept her. After all, he had suffered a mishap at his wedding and was likely feeling dejected. People often said that women were a soothing balm for a man's wounds. She was obedient and willing to do anything. Surely, he would take her in. However, things didn't go exactly as she had planned. Instead of acceptance, she saw a look of ridicule on William's face. Just as she opened her mouth to speak, William countered, "What makes you think that just because I couldn't get married, I would be interested in you?" The woman froze in shock. For the first time in days, William displayed a mocking expression. "If I need a woman, I have plenty of choices. What makes you special? Do you think imitating her experience will make you a suitable replacement? Do you think you're worthy?" Her story of family debt, being forced to fend for herself, encountering a scoundrel, narrowly avoiding viola