Chapter 211

Colin staggered backward and leaned beside the cement railing. He took out a cigarette box from his pocket and lit one. Taking a deep puff, he slowly exhaled it.

"It may seem sudden to you. But I've been waiting for this opportunity for 20 years. You don't know how painful it is for me to love you," he said bitterly.

"When I first met you, you weren't one year old yet. You were small, sweet-smelling, and soft. Your eyes were also big and round. I was scared to break you, so I only reached out a finger to brush your face. You actually smiled at me.

"I was only seven at that time and knew nothing. But your smile made me melt. At that time, I wanted you because I thought you were cute.

"Your smile was like a seed that was planted in my heart. It took root, sprouted, and became a little tree. I carefully nurtured it, fearing to hurt you in any way.

"When I was ten, I told my mom I wanted to marry you. But she told me that you were engaged to Felix before you were even born and lect