Chapter 503

Despite Bryce's gentle tone and smile, Holly could sense his subtle unease.

"I don't want you to sever ties with your father, Bryce," Holly explained.

"What I'm trying to say is that I want to work harder and become a better version of myself. Perhaps in another two years, your father might agree to our remarriage? We can think about having children then. We're still young, so there's no rush."

Bryce retorted nonchalantly, "So, I assume your Abel makes you feel more secure?"

Taken aback, Holly chuckled and replied, "Bryce, we've finally buried the hatchet. Please don't say such mean words, will you?"

Bryce fell silent, his gaze shifting to her fair fingers, which were bare without any accessories.

He couldn't help but ask, "Why don't you ever wear the ring I gave you?"

"That ring is too precious to be worn openly. What if it catches a thief's eye? Besides, I need to restore paintings, so I often have to remove the ring, which is rather inconvenient for me. I don't want to risk