Chapter 504: "Name Your Price"

Olivia considered, then smiled. "I'll need some time to think about it."

Observing Brittany's growing impatience, Olivia said, "I haven't seen much of the world. How about this? You name a price, and I'll consider it."

Contempt flashed across Brittany's narrowed eyes. I was right! She's in it for the money. I don't understand how Alexander could fall for someone like this! He's seen so many pretty faces. I'd be more convinced if he married a daughter from a renowned family. How can I give up when this is the woman he's going to marry?!

After a moment's pause and with pursed lips, Brittany offered, "One million!"

She believed this sum would shock Olivia. Olivia, an assistant living in a dilapidated, fire-damaged rental, had likely never seen that much money. A million dollars would last her a lifetime. She wasn't worthy of Alexander; Brittany aimed to shatter Olivia's daydream.

Olivia's eyes widened as she counted on her fingers. Her greedy expression confirmed Brittany's suspicions, but also offered relief. Before meeting Olivia, Brittany had worried about dislodging her from Alexander's life, but now it seemed effortless.

"A million?" Olivia sighed. "However," she said, looking at Brittany, "I don't know who you are. Why should I believe you'll give me a million dollars? What does it matter to you whether I'm with him or not?"

"A mere million dollars is nothing to me," Brittany said, pausing. "Although I can't say the same for you. This money could do a lot for you. How about this? You take the million dollars and leave him—no, leave Sapphire and never come back! Don't ever show yourself in front of him again!"

Brittany retrieved a checkbook, preparing to write the check. Olivia, noting Brittany's impatience, guessed she was a wealthy admirer of Alexander's.

"But" Olivia drew out the word, squinting at Brittany and deliberately delaying her response.

Brittany looked up, suddenly nervous. "What do you mean, 'but'?"

"He's the La Beauté Group president and head of the Russell family. He told me he's filthy rich. Why is he only worth a million dollars? Is he lying to me? I need to call him right now to clear things up! I need to know if he's just bragging or as rich as he claims!"

Olivia mimicked taking out her phone, as if about to call Alexander.

Brittany, fearing Olivia would actually call, hurriedly stopped her. This had to remain secret; otherwise, how could she get rid of Olivia? "Then, tell me," Brittany asked patiently, "how much do you want?"