Chapter 450: Ruthless Rejection
Since Vivian had reached out for help, Eric couldn’t completely ignore her plea.
"I’m still in Country W," Vivian sobbed. "But David won’t let me go to Country S. I’m his sister, and yet he wants me to stay home and wait for some arranged marriage!"
Vivian was generally a straightforward woman. Though she had once played a small trick that caused misunderstandings between Ella and Eric, she hadn’t tried to interfere since.
In truth, David had confined her movements, not allowing her to trouble Eric. As Eric’s friend, David knew that Eric loved Ella and not Vivian. He feared that Vivian’s infatuation would only lead to unnecessary heartache.
"I see," Eric said casually. "If it’s your brother’s decision, then I definitely can’t help you. Sorry, Vivian, but you should listen to him. He only has your best interests at heart."
He paused, then added in an even tone, "I’m married now, Vivian. There will never be anything between us. You should let go of that idea."
Vivian had confessed her feelings for Eric a long time ago, but Eric had always seen her as a younger sister—there was never any romantic interest.
"Don’t talk to me like that, Eric! I just want to see you," Vivian pleaded, her voice breaking with sobs.
Just then, their food was served. Eric’s tone remained unchanged, cool and composed. "Vivian, that’s enough. I have to go now. Try seeing things from your brother’s perspective for once."
With that, he hung up the phone.
Ella didn’t ask anything. She was too hungry to focus on other matters, quickly picking up a bowl of soup and sipping a small spoonful.