Chapter 184 I Have My Reasons

Leona's POV: The tears I'd been holding back finally fell, and I turned away, desperately trying not to look too broken. "You don't need to apologize. It's your money, and whether you lend it or not is entirely up to you. I was the one being unreasonable." After a moment, Viktor's voice came from behind me. "I'll give you a lift." "No, thank you," I said coldly, turning around to go. Viktor caught up to me. "Leona, I have my reasons. Can you give me a month? After that, you can have whatever amount you want." "It's alright. I'm deeply grateful for your hospitality tonight, Mr. Krauss. But a lowly waitress like me is unworthy of riding in your car, let alone being your friend. It'd be best if you kept away from me in the future," I replied. I walked faster and faster, wanting only to find a quiet place for a good cry. Yet, Viktor just wouldn't leave me alone. He followed me around, constantly finding things to talk about, trying to lighten the mood. The weather was already te