In his eyes
However, the man's response was not what she had anticipated.
With a coldness in his eyes, he lashed out at her, dismissing her pleas. "Everything isn't always about money," he snapped, his tone filled with annoyance. "Can't you understand that? I made a promise, and I won't break it just because you're willing to pay."
Nora was taken aback by the man's sudden change in demeanour. She had approached him with hope and vulnerability, expecting a bit of compassion, but instead, she was met with hostility. His words stung, leaving her feeling small and insignificant.