Chapter 500

"Yes?" Frank looked at her, puzzled. "Well..." Bethany looked at him, seemingly wanting to say something but hesitating. "Does your previous offer still stand?" she eventually asked. Frank didn't understand, frowning. "What are you referring to?" Then, he suddenly remembered. "Oh, you mean us pretending to marry?" Bethany nodded. "Is it still an option? I need more time to consider this. Is that alright?" Her eyes were fixed on Frank as she waited for his answer. "Of course," Frank said with a smile. "Anytime." He was about to leave again. "Wait," Bethany said, taking a few steps forward and looking at him. "Don't you think this is unfair to you?" Frank thought for a moment. "So, let me ask you this. If I'm in love with you but you don't feel the same way, is that fair?" Bethany was speechless. He reached out and affectionately ruffled her hair. "I'm the one who decides what's fair here, not you." "Okay." The doubt in her eyes slowly faded. "Give me some time to think thin