I heard Aurora’s last comment as I was sipping yogurt, and I was nearly choked.

After I had regained my breath, I finished my lunch and poked her cheek. “Can you show some self-respect?”

“Eight figures! If you are able to handle it, I can’t.”

Aurora was completely dazzled by the money. “Honestly, for that kind of cash, giving in is not a bad idea. Besides, there's no way he's going to do anything with her.”

“Don’t even think about it,” I said as ...