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Chapter 482

Author: Cecilia Eury
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Ariana lowered her gaze, her lashes hiding the emotions in her eyes. Spencer could not see them, but he imagined her expression remained as distant as ever.

"I just want to know if we could still be friends," he continued softly.

Ariana paused for several seconds before shaking her head.

Spencer's voice was strained with pain as he spoke, "I know it's an inappropriate request, but if we don't try this approach, I might not be able to stop pursuing you."

"So you're saying if I don't agree to be friends, you'll keep bothering me?" Ariana finally looked at him directly. "Are you threatening me?"

His words reminded her of Zane, who had used the same tactic. She wondered if all men thought this way—when pursuit failed, they would settle for friendship as a consolation prize.

Spencer met her gaze. "That's not it. Ari… I'm just asking for your mercy."

His eyes were bloodshot with dark circles underneath, clearly showing signs of sleepless nights.

Ariana looked away, unable to bear
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