To be honest, there was a reason Xia Ping spoke in that tone. After all, he had come to the Abyss World this time as an undercover agent, hoping to gather all kinds of intelligence about the Abyss World.
If he continued forming various ties with the people around Austin, it would be highly detrimental to his next moves.
Since that was the case, he wanted to take this opportunity to sever ties with Monica. Better yet, he wanted Monica to hate him and kick him aside, so he could act alone.
Of course, after offending Monica, he might not be able to stay in this residence anymore.
But he did not care to live in a place like this. Honestly, what kind of house had he not lived in? He had even possessed an entire world—what was one measly residence worth? Accomplishing his objective was what mattered most.
"Mm, I understand. I'll be good from now on and won't meddle in your affairs anymore."
But to Xia Ping's surprise, Monica was not angry at all after hearing those words. Instead, her pretty face flushed, and she looked like a little woman deeply in love, becoming incomparably obedient.
"This..."
Xia Ping blinked. He felt that this woman seemed a little crazy. Had something gone wrong with her brain? Could she not understand a single word he was saying?!
Normally, wouldn't a woman slap him across the face in anger after hearing something like that? It seemed this woman's illness was no light matter—he needed to increase the dosage.
"Oh, right, Austin. I usually cover this residence's monthly expenses. I'm afraid you'll need to take responsibility for them starting this month..."
Monica spoke cautiously.
"What?!"
Xia Ping's voice shot up several octaves. "Why should I pay for it? Don't you own