"Whether you accept it is your business, and whether I give it is mine. I will continue looking for a painting that suits your taste better. As for this one, if you really don't like it, just throw it away."
Edwin Blake finished speaking and stood without saying another word.
Ivy River, of course, is aware of Jonah Wiles's particular hobby.
She stepped forward to put the painting away and whispered to Jonah, "This painting is worth a fortune. Since he's willing to give it to you, you should keep it. If you truly don't like it, then sell it and use the money to buy something you do like."
"Do I look like I need his money?" Jonah Wiles shouted, still angry.
Ivy gently patted his back and continued to coax, "You can't refuse something that's delivered to your door. Since you're the elder, you don't need to reciprocate Edwin's gift."
"No! Throw it away, I can't afford to accept a gift from President Blake."
