Chapter 147

Rochelle was frustrated. "Didn't you just get 500,000 dollars from your parents? Where did it all go?" Gilbert explained, "Honey, the 500,000 dollars is for a new car. I'm thinking of a BMW 5 Series. Wouldn't we have more status driving that to and from work? "That gold chain is way too thick. You might end up with neck problems if you wear something like that long-term. Besides, you're so beautiful already. Wearing something so flashy will just make people jealous. "Before, people wanted to rob you for your beauty, and now they want to rob you for both your beauty and wealth. That's too risky!" "Nonsense!" Rochelle gave Gilbert a disdainful look. "You're just unwilling to spend money on me, and you're making excuses." "No, this isn't an excuse. I'm really thinking about you. We can—" "Come on, if you're not buying, then step aside." Just then, Perseus walked over and was immediately drawn to the 28,000 dollar gold necklace. "Please wrap this up for me. I'll pay by card." Gilb