Chapter 298

"Your life seems quite tough," Pearl teased Willow, and the latter's expression soured. However, with Blake present, Willow restrained herself, fearing that her behavior might attract attention from eligible bachelors in Bodgow. "Miss Pearl, if there's nothing else, can I… can I leave?" Willow asked, sensing that the situation had come to an end. Pearl thought there was no point continuing this, so she nodded and let her leave. Blake decided not to press the matter further since Pearl wasn't upset. "Fine, you can go. Remember to walk the other way the next time you see my cousin." Though Willow gritted her teeth so hard it seemed her gums might bleed, she suppressed her anger. She forced a smile, nodded, and then left. After she had left, Pearl couldn't help but laugh. "She spent all her money, and yet you're so happy. Have you no compassion?" Blake couldn't resist taunting her. Pearl didn't mind, responding as she scrutinized him from head to toe, "You did a great job too.