Chapter 20 Raymond walked over . Veronica , who was teaching the kids some techniques , looked up at the sound . She saw Raymond's tall , imposing figure standing a short distance away , a faint smile playing at his lips as he watched her . Veronica was puzzled , thinking . Why is Raymond here ? He really just doesn't know when to quit . Marco asked , " Raymond , do you know Veronica ? " Raymond pursed his lips and nodded , glancing at Veronica . With a tone that would leave no room for argument , he said , " She's my fian " Hey , " Veronica suddenly spoke up , interrupting Raymond . She rushed over , linked her arm through his , and covered his mouth . " Let's go talk over there She pulled him along , not caring about the reactions of the others . The group was left standing there , unsure of what to say . Marco thought , ' Does Ms. Weston not realize that her behavior , compared to Mr. Harrington's , makes her look like she's hiding something ? In a quiet corner of the garden , Veronica let go of Raymond's arm . " Mr. Harrington , could you please just tell me what you're really after ? " She was about to have a heart attack if he kept going on and on about her being his " fiancée Raymond frowned . Having never been in a relationship and with no one to teach him about love , he didn't quite understand how girls thought . He thought , I've made my intentions so obvious . Doesn't she get it ? Veronica asked , " Huh ? " Raymond said , " You said that I should devote myself to you , and Tve agreed to it " No , wait " Veronica slapped her forehead . " I was just joking back then . Do you know what a joke is ? " Raymond nodded . " I know . " Veronica's expression softened with relief . But before she could speak , he added , " But I took it seriously. I think the best way to repay you is to devote myself to you . Veronica thought , " The best way ? She rubbed her forehead , wondering . ' Doesn't he realize he's taking advantage of me ? Does he know how much older he is than I am ? And I'm not even interested in getting into a relationship , so how could I change my mind just because I saved someone ? Besides , Raymond doesn't have feelings for me either, right ? ' Veronica took a deep breath , trying to control her growing frustration . With a calm tone , she explained to him , " I was wrong . I shouldn't have joked with you back then . Can we just forget about it ? It doesn't count , okay ? " She clasped her hands together , looking at him with pleading eyes . Raymond asked , " It doesn't count ? " Veronica nodded vigorously . " That's right . It doesn't count . I don't want any repayment . I want nothing in return . " " T've told you . That's my business . You don't need to feel burdened . You can do whatever you want , and I'll do what I need to do , Raymond said . Veronica didn't know what to say . She thought , ' So now I don't need to feel burdened ? Raymond is going around telling people we're engaged . This is causing me a a lot of trouble already ! Veronica remarked , " Okay , let me put it another way . I don't want to have any kind of connection with you . Do you understand ? " Raymond's expression darkened slightly . Under the dim light , his jaw tightened , and a shadow of sadness quickly passed across his face before he returned to his usual calm . " I understand ." Veronica replied , " That's great . She let out a sigh of relief and gave Raymond a sweet smile . " I wish you all the best , Mr. Harrington ." She chuckled and turned ground , leaving without hesitation . 1/2 641 PMP P Chapter 20 Raymond lowered his gaze , watching her slender figure under the light . He clenched his fists , hiding the smile that tugged at his lips as he whispered softly , " All the best , huh ? " The next morning , the golden light of dawn bathed the city of Vellas , a city as fiery as its spirit . People who had made fortunes smiled as they left the casinos . +41 PM P P Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!