Samantha's appearance brought Eric a dilemma. Paying her back with money would be an insult to her.
But if he didn't repay her, he would always feel indebted, forever standing lower than her in his mind.
Eric called Ella, telling her he would be home later. He had gone out with a few friends for drinks at the Elite Horizon Club, and felt a bit better before heading home.
He didn't hide anything from Ella, clearly stating both Samantha's intentions and Nicholas's demands.
Ella wasn't particularly upset. She smiled faintly, "Since Samantha already has second thoughts, she can't be a small person. But Nicholas…"
Nicholas wasn't just protective of his sister; perhaps he thought it was embarrassing for her to be rejected and might stubbornly pursue it.
