Chapter 112: Apologies to Maria

Johnson was taken aback, then he let out a chuckle. "Is that so? I thought you really needed it..." But before he could finish, Maria cut him off. "I'll say it again: I don't need your pity. If I did, I would have asked. Now, you should leave." Her sharp gaze made Johnson take a few steps back. "Do you really not need my help?" he asked, frowning in disbelief. But Maria just smiled slightly. "Of course not. But I find it amusing that you think you still have spare money to offer me." After she spoke, Johnson remained silent for a long time. "You're raising a child alone. You must have many expenses," he said finally. But Maria narrowed her eyes. "I said I have money." Johnson couldn't hold back any longer. "Maria, could you stop being so stubborn? You're raising a child; how could you not need money? I find it ridiculous that you think being called a genius means you don't need money anymore! Do you want your child to live in suffering?" Johnson's emotions flared up. "I'