Chapter 31 Mia leaned back slightly , giving Patrick a warning glance . 355 Vouchers Although she thought Ian was undeserving , she still hoped Chloe could break free from this painful relationship . But he was her brother . After all lan was her brother , and deep down , she couldn't help but hope Chloe wouldn't divorce him . But keeping it all inside like this wouldn't work . " Chloe , no matter what decision you make , I'll support you . Even if you divorce my brother , my grandfather and my parents will never let Andrea and her son into the Hamilton family ." Chloe looked at her with gratitude , then she curled her legs to her chest , wrapping her arms around them . Ian's piercing words kept drilling into her mind and the torment made her wish she were dead . Chloe said , " Patrick , could you lend me 300 million dollars ? I'll get divorced and pay you back in installments once I start making money ." Patrick turned to stone , his expression frozen . " Why would getting a divorce need 300 million dollars " Mia's eyes nearly popped out of her head in shock . " Chloe , you don't mean ... ? " Chloe buried her head in arms , speaking in a muffled voice , " When the Irvine family went bankrupt and owed massive debts , he helped pay them off . Over the years , my parents and my brother have been supported by him . I owe him for all of this . " Mia was stunned . She thought her brother was trying to make Chloe pay him back . If that were true , it would be unforgivable . Patrick's sharp gaze kept flicking over Chloe's face . He didn't share Mia's optimistic view . He said cautiously , " You marrying Ian and him helping your family with the debts - that's what he's obligated to do . Even if you divorce , you don't owe him anything . The time you spent with him isn't something money can repay ." Chloe lowered her head , feeling numb . " It has to be repaid , or I can't divorce him . " In Edward Hamilton's study , she had made things clear . For her , there's nothing to hide or worry about . Patrick understood . No wonder Ian Hamilton was so sure there would be no divorce . He was using money to trap Chloe , pushing her to submit to him . He had the money , but he couldn't lend it . 13:20 Thu , Oct 2 Chapter 31 Patrick had the money , but he couldn't afford to lend it . 55 vouchers It was clear lan didn't want a divorce , and he had finally found something to nail Chloe . Patrick knew , if he messed it up , Ian would ruin his resort overnight and cut ties between their families . Patrick showed a troubled expression . Chloe , not wanting to put him in a tough spot , said . " Patrick , I was just kidding . I know what Ian's like . I won't let you guys fall out because of me . I'll figure out the money myself . " Patrick quickly apologized . " Have you two had lunch yet ? A new French restaurant opened downtown . Let's try it ." Chloe wasn't in the mood , " Mia , you and Patrick go ahead , I'm not hungry . " Chloe didn't move , and neither did Mia . " You're not hungry , neither am I. " Patrick suggested , " How about I take you both out for a walk ? It's not great to just stay at home all the time ." Chloe thought for a while and agreed . She needed to get out , to clear her head from the thoughts that were driving her mad . After a quick wash and a change of clothes , Chloe put on a pair of flats and left with them . In the afternoon , Patrick took them to a supermarket in the city center . " Pick whatever you want , I'll pay ." Chloe was thankful , managing a faint smile . They took the elevator to the second floor . Patrick went to get some coffee . Mia pulled Chloe toward the women's section . " Chloe , wait here , I wanna buy some pads ." Chloe nodded . They arrived at the section with sanitary products , and Mia started picking out items from a shelf . Chloe walked over to another shelf and immediately saw Ian . He was holding a pack of sanitary pads in one hand and a phone in the other , talking on the phone . Chloe could clearly hear his voice . He was saying , " Andrea , which brand do you usually use ? I'll bring some for you . " His tone was gentle , full of patience . The fancy suit couldn't mask the strong vibe of a married man he gave off . They had been married for three years , and the only time she ever asked Ian to buy her sanitary pads , he told her to buy in bulk online to save the hassle . In the end , he had his female assistant buy them and deliver them . 13:20 Thu , Oct 2 Chapter 31 to her . : 63 55 vouchers And now after all that drama between them , he could still leave her at home and call his sister to be with her . So he hurriedly rushed out , just to buy sanitary pads for Andrea . Chloe's vision blurred , and she nearly passed out . " Chloe ! " Fortunately , Mia quickly rushed over and caught her . Hearing the sound , Ian turned and unexpectedly to find Chloe's eyes filled with despair . Ian threw aside all the items and walked towards Chloe . Mia shouted at mad , " What are you doing , Ian ?! " Ian shot her a warning glance , then carefully approached Chloe . " What are you doing out here ? " His finger hadn't even touched Chloe's clothes before she screamed and pulled away . " Don't touch me ! " Seeing Chloe so scared , Ian didn't dare make any sudden moves . Chloe wrapped her arms around herself and backed away desperately , her whole body in a panic state . She looked at the man in front of her , feeling like she could barely breathe . She had to leave here as soon as possible . Chloe pushed Ian aside and turned to run . Seeing Chloe heading toward the observation elevator , Ian's heart hung in the midair , and he quickly followed her . " Chloe ! " Ian blocked Chloe at the elevator entrance . " Where do you want to go ? I'll take you ." Chloe's emotions were completely out of control . Ignoring the strange looks around her , she struggled and dodged for help . Hearing Chloe's cry for help , Ian felt a tightness in his chest . Mia , finally rushed forward to push Ian away . " Ian , let go ! Chloe doesn't want you to touch her ! " Patrick , having got the coffee , walked over . " Ian , I thought you were ... " He glanced at the women's products section behind Ian , set down the coffee , and felt anxious . 13:20 Thu , Oct 2 Chapter 31 ༩༠ 55 vouchers Seeing Patrick , Chloe felt like she had seen her savior . She cried out , " Patrick , please , take me away from here ! Patrick quickly put down his bag and rushed over to support Chloe , but lan didn't let go . Jan pushed Patrick away with , then wrapped his arm around Chloe's waist . " I'll take her home . " Patrick got angry and shoved Ian , yanking Chloe over . " Can't you see she doesn't want to see you ? " Mia was on the verge of tears , stepping forward to push Ian . " Ian , Chloe turned out this way because of you ! Can't you just let her go ! " Chloe couldn't bear the chaos around her . She struggled with all her might , finally breaking free from both Jan and Patrick . But as she pushed herself away with all her strength , she lost her balance . By the time lan reacted , it was too late . With the sound of gasps and screams from the crowd , Chloe lost her footing and tumbled down the elevator shaft .