The air was still for a moment . ) James , proud as he was , couldn't accept what Emily said . He suppressed his shame and embarrassment with a cold laugh . " Seriously ? You think saving someone's life would make John change his principles ? How could you save someone ? At most , you might call 911 or take them to the hospital . " Of course , he and Bianca were meant to be together . Now , he and she were the same kind of people . Emily didn't let his disdain affect her . * Believe it or not ! John wants to be my teacher . I know you want to fulfill your grandmother's wish , so I agreed to be his student on the condition that he also teaches you painting skills . It's not because you have any talent ! " Emily mercilessly shattered the pride he held dear . James instinctively took a step back , realizing he had shown fear because of her aura . He shouted angrily , " Shut up ! Stop spouting lies . I will never believe your nonsense . I've never seen you paint . How could John beg you to be his student just because you saved his life ? I don't believe it ! " The louder he shouted , the more it revealed his insecurity . Emily's eyes were sharp as she stepped closer , forcing him to retreat . " Have you really never seen me paint ? " James's pupils contracted . He had seen it . But that was before they returned to the Johnson Villa . He had even patted her head and praised her : " Emily , you're a painting genius . You'll definitely be famous one day . " A crack appeared on his face for a moment . It had been so long that he had forgotten . Besides , it was just encouragement when they were kids . How could it be taken seriously ? Emily could tell from his expression that he had forgotten . It was only her reminder that made him remember a little . But he didn't want to admit it . He still said , " The past is the past . It's been so many years ! Bianca is right ; you would definitely take all the credit for yourself ! I only believe that John values my talent . But John refused to be my teacher because of you . How could you repay my grandmother's kindness like this ? " 1/3 8:50 Tue , Oct 14 Chapter 16 He was almost pointing at her nose , accusing her of being ungrateful , In her previous life , she had been considerate because of Uma's care . But James , in the previous life , was exactly the one who failed Uma's wish . After she gave up her spot to Bianca , he focused all his attention on Bianca . ) Later , he even helped Bianca win an international award , and their history of learning together became a romantic story that netizens talked about . Emily , on the other hand , became a stepping stone for their fame and love . " Grandma would understand me . She would be disappointed by your favoritism . " Emily murmured . She believed that the kind and wise Uma would understand het . James's face stiffened , but he quickly suppressed his guilt and said coldly . " Stop talking nonsense . You're just trying to force me not to break off the engagement ! " Emily had no patience to wake up someone pretending to sleep . It didn't matter what he thought , and she didn't care anymore . " When are you going to return the token ? If you don't , I won't mind asking for it myself . Emily extended her hand , reminding him to give back the token . James's eyes were dark as he stared at Emily , trying to see through her . How dare she ? It must be a tactic to lure him in . After all , she had always relied on him . He was wearing the token but hadn't taken it out . Now that she wanted to force him , he had to teach her a lesson . James took out the token from his pocket and threw it at Emily . " You want the token ? You want to break off the engagement ? Fine , take it ! The engagement is off ! I want to see how you can still be so confident without being my fiancée ! "