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Chapter 1439 He Won't Let Go
Chapter 1439 He Won't Let Go
Chapter 1439 He Won't Let Go
Elisa told Thomas about the deal she struck with Mr. Carrerra for the antidote. Understanding the sacrifice she had made, Gareth, despite his weakened state, declared firmly, "No. We're leaving this place and going home together!"
Having been married to Gareth for several years, Elisa knew all too well how stubborn he was. Once he made up his mind, it was impossible to sway him.
Furthermore, Gareth held strong principles.
However, now was not the time to dwell on his principles.
Elisa pressed her lips together and stated, "The antidote you just took was part of the exchange I made with Mr. Carrerra..."
Curiosity sparked in Gareth's eyes as he abruptly sat up from the couch. His cold expression flickered for a moment before he was overcome by a violent coughing fit. Nevertheless, his gaze remained cold and piercing.
Indifferently, Elisa responded, "You don't need to worry about that. It's not some transaction involving my body. We're even now, Gareth. I don't owe you anything anymore."
As a colleague and former spouse, she had done everything possible to help him.
After laying out everything to Thomas, Elisa was ready to follow through on her promise to Mr. Carrerra. She turned around, wanting to leave; before she could even move an inch, Gareth firmly grasped her hand.
Sensing the need for privacy, Thomas discreetly left the private room, giving them space to talk.
Gareth glared at Elisa and spoke chilly, "I'm not someone who dies easily or so soon, and I trust you, Elisa. Why did you strike a deal with a cunning wolf like him, knowing he has ulterior motives?"
Elisa paused to compose herself, her eyes meeting Gareth's unwavering gaze. She spoke with conviction, "Gareth, you know the person I am, and you've seen the true extent of Mr. Carrerra's wickedness. What kind of deadly poison did he use on you? We didn't have much time to find you a remedy. I know you wouldn't leave me behind; likewise, I won't let you die without fighting to save you. We're in this together, but only for now. Once we're back, we'll go our separate ways and never cross paths again."
They had been divorced for quite some time, and they shouldn't allow themselves to be entangled like this any longer.
Elisa believed she had made her intentions clear, but Gareth showed no signs of relenting. In fact, his frustration grew, "It's precisely because he's a cunning and wicked man that the antidote could be a sham! Making a deal with someone like him is the dumbest decision, don't you see that?!"
Dumb? Elisa had put herself on the line, risking her own well-being to obtain the antidote and save him, and now she was being called dumb?
But Elisa didn't see it that way. His stubbornness triggered her frustration, "If it weren't for Grandma's sake, I would have gladly let you face the consequences of your choices. Don't assume I still harbor feelings for you just because I made a deal with Mr. Carrerra to save you. I closed that chapter for good when we signed those divorce papers."
She had sacrificed her aspirations and talents, playing the role of a homemaker, taking care of household chores and cooking, all because of her love for him. But in the end, he broke her heart. Now that they were divorced, Gareth became even more shameless and delusional, thinking she still loved him!
Elisa wouldn't be foolish enough to be deceived by the same man again!
Gareth pursed his lips, his gaze filled with pain. After a brief silence, he questioned, "So, you wish to see me dead?"
Elisa noticed the dimness in Gareth's eyes and immediately regretted her words, "That's not what I meant."
She looked away, avoiding direct eye contact.
"Tell me, what did you trade with him?" Gareth unconsciously tightened his grip on her arms.
Elisa instinctively pulled her arms away.
Realizing this, Gareth loosened his grasp but ultimately didn't let go of her, indicating that he wouldn't give up until she revealed the details of the deal she struck with Mr. Carrerra.