Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem novel Chapter 517

Elysia was torn.

"Kids make choices, adults want it all!"

Tarquin remained silent, just watching her, waiting for her to decide.

After a moment, Elysia said hesitantly, "If I really have to choose one, it would definitely be to ensure your safety."

A flicker of something passed through Tarquin's eyes as he squinted. "Not interested in money anymore?"

"Of course, I am."

"Then why choose my safety over money? If I'm safe, you won't get paid."

"That's not necessarily true. If you're safe and sound, you'll probably be in a good mood, right? Maybe you'll just decide to generously give me a ton of money out of the blue. You know, like those tycoons on TV shows who throw money around when they're happy."

Tarquin was taken aback by her logic, something most wouldn't consider. "Do you even remember your condition?"

"Of course, I just have to answer a question, right?"

"Right. And if you don't answer it properly, you'll end up broke for life."

What?!

Elysia's eyes widened. "Don't spout nonsense! I refuse to be broke; I'm destined to be rich!"

Tarquin teased her, "I cursed you in my mind during our bet today. If you don't answer my question seriously, you'll indeed end up broke."

Elysia was flabbergasted. "What's wrong with you! You can't just curse me!"

"I didn't really curse you. Just a heads-up not to back out."

Elysia glared at him, clearly annoyed.

Tarquin remained unfazed. "If you answer seriously, you'll definitely get rich."

But... she didn't want to dine with his troublesome relatives.

"You've always said you're not on good terms with your family. Why have dinner with them?"

"Elijah and I are going back to pay respects to my dad."

If not for this reason, he wouldn't bother going back to the Bradfords, nor would he bring Elijah along.

Elysia hesitated. She wanted to accompany Elijah, but what if those dreadful relatives recognized the kids?

The children had met Tarquin before, and thanks to Emmett's makeup skills, they weren't recognized.

But at the old family home, with so many relatives around, what if someone noticed something was off?

Her principle was clear: it was better for the kids to avoid Tarquin and his relatives as much as possible. Preferably, they would never meet again.