The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday novel Chapter 404

Johanna barely had the time to glance at the contract before she hastily scribbled her signature on it.

Within moments, a substantial amount of money popped up in Johanna's bank account, only to be swept away by the loan sharks' company in the next second. The entire process was so swift, it almost seemed orchestrated.

Yet, in this moment of panic, Johanna failed to notice anything amiss.

"You've got money after all! Dragging your feet with us for so long, now bring down all those fancy trinkets you've been hoarding!"

Hearing the debt collector's command, Johanna practically sprinted upstairs to gather all her cherished possessions.

All of these were luxurious items and jewelry her father had bought for her when he was still alive.

Johanna had never really wanted to wear these items, except for once at Leland's birthday gala.

"Is this enough?" Johanna asked, her hands full of jewelry extended towards the debt collector.

The lead collector barely glanced at the offerings before grabbing Johanna by her collar, furious. "You think you can hide stuff from me? There's gotta be more! Bring out all your jewelry, what's this going to cover?"

Terrified by the man in front of her, Johanna did recall hiding some items, but she was too frightened to think about how the debt collector could possibly know.

Eventually, Johanna steeled herself and brought down all her jewelry, including luxury brand handbags and clothes.

"And your son's stuff too! Bring them all down."

Leland was always extravagant, never looking at price tags when shopping. His collection of limited edition cars, out-of-production sneakers, and even celebrity-signed apparel could fetch a hefty sum.

Hearing this, Leland couldn't hold back any longer. "Why should I give you my stuff?"