Chapter 25 It was clear that Claudia was starting to panic hearing Victoria didn't want money . After returning to the country , she noticed Alaric's attitude toward Victoria was elusive . He doesn't know about Victoria's pregnancy now . But If he found out … Claudia wasn't sure what Alaric would do . Her sixth sense was telling her that he wouldn't let go of the marriage so easily if he knew that Victoria was pregnant . With Victoria still in front of her , Claudia had no choice but to force a smile . " Victoria , are you worried about what people would think ? Believe me , they won't even spare a thought on this . This is my own money . No one else will 1/11 10:43 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife know about this . Also , I'm giving you the money because I care about you . After all , you are- " " Miss Johnson , " Victoria sighed . Thank you for your concern . My family is bankrupt , but I have been keeping my nose to the grindstone for the past two years . Our current situation hasn't returned to what it used to be , but l can support myself and … " She came to a pause and smiled . " Money is not a problem . Also , you helped me a lot before . I can't take your money anymore . " " It's okay . I'm giving this to you of my own free will . " " Miss Johnson , I really can't take your money . " She put the envelope back in Claudia's hand and took a step back to keep a distance from her . Claudia seemed to realize something from the way Victoria stepped back 2/11 Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife and spoke . She rejected my money . Wait , the way she paused … Even though she didn't say it , Claudia understood that Victoria was implying that she could support both herself and the child . Does this mean she will give birth to the child ? Just thinking of the possibility immediately drained the blood from Claudia's face . Even if she had a good reputation, it was difficult for her to maintain the smile on her lips at this moment . Her eyes were cold when she asked , " Are you serious about this ? " Victoria looked up at her upon hearing that. Claudia's reaction was big , but that wouldn't change Victoria's decision . 3/11 Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife Victoria pursed her lips and nodded . " Yes . I'm sorry . I have already decided before you came here . " " Heh . " Claudia couldn't help the laugh that slipped then . " Why ? I don't understand why you're doing this . " Her scoffing surprised Victoria . A hint of puzzlement flashed in Victoria's beautiful eyes , but she soon had an understanding expression on her face . It was only natural for Claudia to feel upset about how things had developed . " It probably doesn't make sense to you , but this is my body . It is up to me to decide . " " You … " Not knowing what to say , Claudia could only step forward and hold her by the shoulder . " Why don't you think about it again, Victoria ? I'm not doubting or picking on you . It's just that … there are consequences you need to know if you go down this path . " Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife " I know , and I've made up my mind . " Victoria fixed her gaze on Claudia . " It's final . " 5/11 Seeing the determination in her eyes , Claudia gradually loosened her grip on Victoria . At last , she limply lowered her gaze and turned around to leave the mini garden with hurried steps . She was unlike her demure self . Victoria glanced at the envelope that had fallen to the ground , and she let out a mocking smile as she bent down to pick it up . When she returned to the living room , the servant told her that Claudia had left . Victoria had no choice but to give up on returning the envelope to Claudia . would never take the money . Guess I'll pass it to Alaric when he gets home tonight and have him return Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife it to Claudia . It took her no time to make her decision . Alone in the room upstairs , she noticed how she felt much more relieved now . It was as if she had suddenly solved a problem she had been agonizing over for the longest time . Her relief only began after she decided to keep her child . She couldn't help but reach out and rub her lower abdomen with a small smile on her face . I'll have one more family member from now on . My baby, even if you only have your mother , I will treat you well . Victoria was packing up at night while wondering if Alaric would be home 6/11 Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife when she heard the residence's gate open . She went to the window and took a look , and she saw a beam of headlights illuminating the gate . Her palm resting on the railing balled up then . It was Alaric's car . 7/11 Just in time . I have to talk to him tonight , she decided before going back to her room to continue packing . She didn't have many possessions because she had never enjoyed buying things , which was why she initially thought that packing up wouldn't be hard . But when it was time to sort out her things , she realized that her life and her habits had slowly fused into every corner of the room in the past two years . Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife The wardrobe , bed , dresser , washstand , all kinds of trinkets on the couch and coffee table , ornaments on the shelf … It was a lot of effort to pack everything up . In the end , she only packed her clothes and daily necessities . Clack- Victoria paused when she heard the turning of the doorknob from the outside and the heavy footsteps that followed . She didn't turn to look . She knew that Alaric had helped her many times , and she might never fully repay him her entire life . So , no matter how angry she was , she couldn't give him attitude . That didn't stop her from feeling sorry for herself with how Alaric and Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife Claudia were jointly dropping her hints . Victoria could feel his footsteps close in on her before they suddenly stopped . She took a deep breath to hold her emotions in . I have to face what is inevitable . Alaric , on the other hand , frowned when he saw the scene before him . He almost thought he had gone to the wrong place. 9/11 Two light - colored suitcases were placed beside the bed . One had already been packed , whereas the other was about to be full . The closet was open , and half of the clothes inside that belonged to Victoria were already gone . For a moment , he wondered if she was packing her luggage because she was going on vacation on her annual leave . 10:44 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife But when he saw the half - empty wardrobe , a frown formed on his handsome brow . " What are you doing ? " he demanded . Victoria , who stood with her side toward him , turned around and opened the cabinet to take out an envelope . She then handed it to him . Instead of taking it , he asked , " What is this ? " " Checks , " she coolly replied . " Checks ? " His eyes were locked on her . " What is the meaning of this ? " " The three 14.5 million checks you gave me and the 7 million from Miss Johnson are in here . " " Why didn't you spend any of it ? " This was his first reaction after hearing that the 43.5 million he gave her was in the envelope . 10/11 10:44 Mon , 19 Jun Chapter 25 Camaraderie Between Husband and Wife 3.80 % 11/11 I gave it to her a long time ago , didn't I ? Has she been keeping it all along ? No , my money isn't the main point here . " Why is there a 7 million from Claudia ? " Why ? It should be me asking why . Why would you tell her about my pregnancy ? Even if there is no camaraderie between us as a married couple , we are at least friends , right ? And yet , he didn't show her even the tiniest bit of respect . Unfortunately , she didn't answer his question . She only indifferently informed him , " I will stay in the guest room upstairs from tonight onward . After Grandma has her surgery , we will sign the divorce agreement , and I will leave . "