Chapter 147

George said, “Ean’s exam is coming up. You should come over to do reviews with him every night. I’ll double your salary.” Suzy lowered her eyes, scratching the wood grain on the railing with her fingers. “That’s unnecessary. Ean's progress is pretty good, so I’ll only go over on weekends to strengthen his knowledge. He’ll do fine in the exam. Besides, I have something to do in these two days, so I can't make it.” George's voice deepened. “Aren't you on a break? What are you doing?” Suzy bit her lower lip and said lightly, “My classmate and I have taken a wall painting job, so we’ll be busy for a few days.” George did not say anything. The two of them fell silent on the phone. After a while, he said softly, “I see.” After speaking, he immediately hung up the phone. Suzy put down her phone, put her arms on the railing, looked at the splendid night in River City, and let out a sigh. She wanted to get rid of the depression in her heart. … The cultural wall painting progressed smoot