Chapter 686

She clenched her fists as she thought, ‘Ivor’s here. I can’t let him see me this pessimistic. I have to shove these bleak feelings down!’ Eloise took several deep breaths. In a matter of five seconds, she pulled herself together and became calm. Once she had composed herself, she called out to him in a sweet voice. “Over here, Ivor.” He heard her voice and looked at her. Then, he walked briskly over. Sitting across the table, he cut straight to the chase. “Out with it. How much will it be for you to part with the painting?” His voice was both cold and sharp. Gritting her teeth, she stared at him. “Don’t you think it’s a little hurtful for us to be talking about money, Ivor? I know you need the painting now. All you have to do is tell me you want it, and I’ll gladly give it to you.” He wasn’t moved in the least. “So, it’s not about money, huh? Well, then. Why don’t you name your terms?” She had shoved her bleak feelings down. However, what he said yanked them back to the surfa