Chapter 1558


    Elliott’s eyes widened in surprise. After a moment of thought, he whispered, “Emily, you’ve been having


    a tough time all by yourself these past years. I wish you could be with Mr. James and have an easier


    life, but I’m worried that you might end up getting hurt.”


    Emily shook her head with a smile. “I won’t get hurt. I’ve known how this would turn out, and I’m ready


    for it.”


    Elliott frowned, looking at Emily with concern.


    Emily said, “Let’s keep my situation with Charlie a secret from mom and sister-inw for now.”


    Elliott nodded immediately. “Got it!”


    Emily ced a spoon in the soup te and said, “Because of my rtionship with Charlie, your


    position in thepany might be a bit tricky. You have to handle it carefully.”


    Elliott chuckled. “Did Mr. James tell you that? Actually, I know what director Lucien is thinking. I’m


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    willing to take on more responsibilities and projects to earn extra cash,”


    Emily raised her eyebrows and asked, “Are you strapped for cash?”


    “No,” Elliott shook his head slowly, “I just want to give all the money I earn to you.”


    “To me?” Emily looked even more surprised.


    “Yes. When I got married, Mr. James and Estelle gave me a lot of gift money. But that money should’ve


    been yours. I used it to buy a car for your sister-inw. So, I want to earn more money to give back to


    you, so you won’t beughed at or looked down upon when you need to return their favors.”


    Emily was taken aback. She looked at Elliott, her nose tingling. She quickly lowered her head and said,


    “Bro, you don’t have to do this. You’re overthinking!”


    “How could I not? It’s just basic adult manners.” Elliott took a sip of the soup, speaking slowly, “I know


    your friends are all well-off. But when dealing with such people, you can’t take advantage of them,


    otherwise, you’ll always feel inferior. Plus, you might end up with Mr. James. You can’t see yourself as


    less than him.”


    Emily’s throat tightened as she looked up at Elliott. “What I meant is, I’ll return their favors. You don’t


    have to worry about it. I can earn my own money.”


    Elliott looked at her with concern. “You’re renting a ce outside, you have to pay rent, hire someone


    to take care of Kya, and cover everyday expenses. Even if you earn a lot, you won’t have much left.


    Anyway, I’ll make sure to earn this money for you.”


    Emily was a bit anxious. “How are you going to earn it? By overworking? What about mom and sister-


    inw if you ruin your health?” Elliott was taken aback.


    Emily red at him and said, “Since you know what director Lucien is thinking, you shouldn’t just


    want to help, this is not the right way. How could I ept the money you earn this way without feeling


    guilty?”


    Elliott frowned. “I’ll take care of my health.”


    Emily knew that Charlie was aware of this situation and would handle it properly, so she didn’t argue


    further with Elliott and just urged him to eat.


    In the afternoon, Bonnie returned early from B City to take care of Elliott. Upon seeing him, she


    naturally gave him an earful.


    Emily chuckled. “My brother has already realized his mistake.”


    Bonnieined, “Your brother talks about wanting kids, but he’s always getting hammered. How is


    he going to have kids with his terrible lifestyle?”


    Elliott’s face turned red. He said awkwardly, “Why would you bring that up in front of Emily?”


    Bonnie replied bluntly, “Emily is already a mom. What’s wrong with discussing this?”


    Elliott’s face changed immediately. He tried to give Bonnie a hint.


    Bonnie realized she had overstepped and turned to Emily to apologize ‘Emily, don’t get me wrong I was


    just stating the facts, not trying to mock


    anyone


    Emily’s expression didn’t change. She gave a light smile and shook her head “We’re family We don’t


    need to be so careful with our words. My brother just has a bit too much on his mind”


    Bonnieughed immediately “Exactly!”


    She red at Elliott, “Sew how understanding Emily is! Completely different from you, petty folks


    Emily gave a suftugh, stood up, and sand, “Sister inw you take care of my brother Im going back


    to check on Kya”


    “Go ahead, you’ve worked hard this time” Bonnie humedly said, “Come over to our house for dinner


    when you have time. Mam misses you too ”


    “Sure!”


    Emily nodded with a smile, bid Elliott goodbye and left the hospital


    15.10


    Once home, Kya ran over, “Mommy!”


    Emily crouched down and held her in her arms. “Mommy’s back!”


    “Where did you go? I didn’t see you when I woke up this morning. I almost cried!” Kya said.


    “Don’t you have Estelle to keep youpany?” Emily smiled.