Wait, She’s a Billionaire (Sheena Lawson) novel Chapter 1279

Elliot felt quite aggrieved, arguing, "I'm not hiding anything, I swear…"

Sheena was not planning to let him off the hook just yet.

"So, what about your situation with Jennifer? Care to explain that?"

Elliot was at a loss for words.

Could he really tell the truth?

Probably not without risking a beating when they were back at the hotel.

Elliot stayed silent, mentally preparing himself for a good while before explaining, "I agreed to get engaged to her because Old Man Freeman had already passed away by then. So, I didn't have to worry about that risk anymore."

Sheena nodded thoughtfully. "You thought the Freeman family was safe enough, so even if she married into it, she wouldn't have to worry about Elijah's death. Ultimately, you still had feelings for her, right? You were so determined to divorce me, but not long after, you got engaged to her."

Her expression was calm, and her voice steady, but she emanated a cold aura.

That part of their history seemed to be a sticking point.

He was equally in the wrong.

"I didn't like her. I've always liked you. I just didn't realize my feelings at the time. I announced the engagement with her because she came to the mansion in the pouring rain late at night, saying I was indebted to her for saving her life. I only agreed after weighing my options.

"Honey…"

He spoke softly, pouting slightly as he grabbed Sheena's hand and gently massaged it.

Sheena withdrew her hand, taking a few steps forward to arrange the two bouquets of white flowers brought for Elijah's grave.

Suddenly, she said, "Mr. Jenkins, this is your past, and it has nothing to do with me."

Elliot approached, studying her profile closely, and asked, "Are you angry?"

"No."

"You are. It's written all over your face."

Sheena remained silent, bowing three times toward Elijah's grave.

She completely ignored Elliot, who seemed to be getting disheartened.

Elliot scanned the deserted cemetery, his eyes filled with uncertainty.

Getting punished here?

It was too weird…

His handsome face paled, internally struggling as he stood frozen in place.

Sheena saw him seriously considering the question and could not help but chuckle.

"You're such a fool. Let's go."

She lightly tapped his head and held his palm, leading him away from the cemetery.

Elliot lowered his gaze, looking at her small, soft hand holding his.

She was still willing to hold his hand, so it seemed she was not angry anymore, just teasing him on purpose.

He bent and slipped his arms under Sheena's knees, lifting her securely in his arms.