Chapter 357

'All my money?' Vivienne thought and bit her lip.

After a momentary silence, she shook her head and said, "I don't have any money."

After uttering those words, a heavy slap landed on Vivienne's cheek. Despite her cast being removed, she hadn't fully recovered, and William was powerful. With that single blow, she tumbled onto the bed, a fresh red mark instantly marring her cheek.

"Even if you hit me, I won't give you the money," Vivienne declared, her hand now covering her burning cheek, unable to conceal the hatred in her eyes. This wretch had destroyed her life, and she vowed not to give him a single penny.

William withdrew his hand and took another bite of the apple before disdainfully looking at Vivienne, "If you don't pay me, I'll tell Cedric that Tristan is my son. I'll also tell him about how you willingly climbed into my bed and asked me to take you away back then. Let's see if Cedric will still keep you here."

The threat struck a chord, igniting Vivienne's fear. Her resolu