CHAPTER 19

Nathan’s POV

"Did I just confess my love for her?" The thought resonated through my mind, a realisation that had slowly dawned on me since the kiss. Since then, thoughts about her and the kids have occupied my mind more often. She seems to appear in my dreams at times and comfort me during my darkest moments.

I understand perfectly that pursuing a relationship with her now might not be the best decision to make, yet the notion of delaying further feels like hell and deepens my misery. And the children—I long to be around them. The only promising way to do so is by being with her.

"I love you, Judith," I repeated softly, gazing at her affectionately. She looked at me speechless, with shock clearly engraved on her face.

"Erm, erm, Mr. Nathan," she stammered, then stopped talking before she composed herself. Mr. Nathan, I don't think so. Just because we kissed doesn't mean we are in love. That was just a fleeting moment of lust."

"Judith, this isn't lust." I countered, gently cares