By morning, Brantley’s fever had subsided.

Only then did Elissa call Raphael to update him on the situation.

Raphael was quiet on the phone for a while before suggesting, “Maybe I should drop the project.

I can’t just leave you on your own in Duefron.”

But Elissa was adamant.

She said quietly but resolutely, “Raphael, you know the effort it took to secure this project.

It’s not only about the profit but also the partnership with Evans Group.

With their support, your future will be much smoother.

Without this project, who else would take a chance to collaborate with you?”

Her words were harsh but true.

Raphael remained silent.

and said in a whisper, “The money I have here and the funds my Dad left for Brantley should cover our expenses for the rest of our lives, even if you never earn another dime! But that’s not what you want for us, for

you forgotten why you decided to rebuild your career? If you think it’s not important anymore, then come back… just be sure you won’t

touched

“Elissa…”

Elissa’s voice quivered slightly.

chasing

is that without ambition, you won’t achieve anything or find happiness

don’t want me to struggle alongside you, but I also don’t want to be a burden to you! Raphael, I’m capable of looking after myself and Brantley too,” she

thought back to her

her, instilling a confidence to

supporting him and didn’t want to just sit at home waiting for him to return and

deeply moved by Elissa’s heartfelt

to

Brantley to eat healthily, fall sick less, and try not to be too much trouble for

agreement and showed

Raphael ended the call.

at himself in the mirror and noticed a few

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