Chapter 143

Jack looked at Olivia in confusion. Olivia didn’t look back at him. Staring into the distance, she continued, “To be honest, I didn’t mean it at first when I said I wanted to help you guys.

“As soon as you get involved with that person, you can never get away in one piece.

“The moment you get the ransom, you’ll fall into his trap. When that happens, not just you three, but everyone on the island. will be in trouble.”

When Jack heard that, he subconsciously touched the claw blade he hid at the side.

Ignoring it, Olivia continued, “But that was until I saw the truth. You guys live in poverty, but your hearts have remained cheerful.

“The old people in this village don’t even have enough money to treat their sicknesses. A lot of them died because of that.

“Jerry wants to learn to draw, but he can’t even bring himself to use a precious pencil. Martha cut her softest clothes into a diaper for a child she doesn’t know.

“I think I can understand you a little. You’re probably not from around here.”

“I’m not.” Jack’s reply was simple and clear.

Olivia said, “You want to do your best to help them, and I share the same feeling now. This is a beautiful place, and it shouldn’t be tainted by the ugly ways of the world.

“They should keep their cheerfulness.”

you mean by that?” Jack was patient. He never mentioned how he

his kindness that changed Olivia’s mind. She didn’t want

matter who it comes from. You don’t have to get

eyes as she said, “I have money. Even though it isn’t much,

much do

“500 million dollars.”

How was that

chuckled. “I know. You must be wondering why

story just now. Do you want to listen

“Go ahead. I’ll listen.”

was gentle. Her words were carried by the ocean breeze as she recounted

finished listening, he said right away, “I’ll kill him

chuckled. “Killing him won’t extend my life. I’ll

charity organization. Now, I’ve finally found a place for the

end, though. Let me pay the ransom in his

was silent for a long while. Olivia

people aren’t scary in this world, but the same can’t be said for

as a haven, but it’s only a matter of time before he finds

you hate

my most extreme moments,

son.

staying here for a day, I’ve calmed

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