"The small hotel has such a poor environment; a proper hotel would be so much better," Josephine said with worry.
"Right now, the only money I have can barely cover a small hotel," Rachel replied quietly.
Josephine immediately added, "If you're worried about money, I can... "
"Josephine," Rachel cut her off gently, her tone soft but firm, "I appreciate your kindness, but I want to rely on myself."
Yes. In this world, no matter how much help someone gives, in the end, to survive, one has to depend on themselves.
Josephine opened her mouth to argue, but seeing the stubborn pride in Rachel's eyes, she stopped.
She understood, Rachel's dignity was something she couldn't trample on, not even with kindness.
After booking the small hotel, Josephine sent Kieran out to grab some food.
Once they were alone in the quiet hotel room, Josephine finally asked what had really happened, why Rachel had broken up with Jeffrey so suddenly.
