At that time, only her voice resounded in this quiet attic. Estelle wanted to move Victor with her emotions and persuade him with her analysis, trying everything she could to put some sense into him. Then she asked, “Which one do you choose, the property or the joy that can last only one moment?” Staring at him with pure hatred in her eyes, Estelle really wanted to go down with him if she could.

Victor felt more complacent when seeing that Estelle hated him so much. He said happily and clapped his hands, “I will choose the money, of course. But don’t play any tricks with me. If you want...