Chapter 9

• Elianna lifted her eyelids and said, "What? In Mr. Kensington's eyes, is Livia's life worth less than your dignity?"
• Joseph narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze growing deeper: "What do you think it would benefit you if I were to kneel before you? Ms. Carrington, it seems like you hate me."
• Elianna immediately turned her face away and said, "I don't even know you, why would I hate you? If you think kneeling before me is too humiliating, then don't speak at all! I have more important things to do and no time to waste with you!"