Chapter 446

"I'm not upset," Scott replied.

"I know," she continued, "I’m referring to me. But Scott, I have to tell you, I'm not ready to accept another relationship."

"What was I thinking?" Scott chuckled. "Don't underestimate me. I admit I'm selfish, but I want to help you more than anything. Despite our feelings, I still consider you my best friend."

"What's so good about me?" Nina did not understand, making him worry for so many years.

Scott paused for a moment, then simply said, "You're very kind."

Nina smiled again.

Scott stayed by her side until she fell asleep. As he watched her up close, he reached out to touch her face, noticing the furrow between her brows even in her sleep.

He gently smoothed it away, then whispered in her ear, "Nina, I'll never ask you for anything, because everything I have now is thanks to you."

With that, he tucked her in, hoping she would sleep well and be free from worries in this life.

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Nina was awakened by the sound of her alarm clock. As she