The Man Used as a Pawn

Ella rolled her eyes at Eric. "You think having a baby is as easy as grabbing a meal? You're not a woman, so you have no idea how painful childbirth is!"

"No matter how painful, we're having kids!" Eric replied with a mischievous grin.

"Fine. For every hundred billion you make, I'll have one kid for you!" Ella laughed, knowing full well it was an exaggeration. Even the wealthiest tycoons in Country S were worth only a few hundred billion.

Eric chuckled, "Ella, you'd better keep your word!"

Ella raised an eyebrow, smirking, "Oh, I will."

She doubted he'd ever make enough to warrant having "several" kids. They continued down the path along the coast, laughter filling the quiet street as they enjoyed each other's company.

...

Monday, around noon.