There’s neither death nor dismemberment present. Put that down—I want a wife who specializes in mild revenge.” She balked mulishly. “Wouldn’t you rather have one who makes friends with your very wealthy neighbors?” “Chloe, my dear, I am half-Chinese. Being wealthy does not stop me from being half-Chinese. My wealthy neighbors will always know that I am half-Chinese. A wife who took their side over mine would be intolerable. I could not live with such a person. A wife who is committed to mild revenge on my behalf, however, who makes the neighbors feel that they have no choice but to treat me
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