Chapter 540

Nyla froze for a moment, her face flushing instantly. She had been so worried about Mason lately that she hadn't had time to consider her feelings for Oliver.

In truth, she didn't need to think too hard—she had already decided to give things a try with him.

"Oliver, I've made up my mind. I want to give us a chance, but I've always thought of you as just a good friend, so I can't promise I'll definitely fall in love with you," she said.

Oliver had treated her exceptionally well over the years, doing so much for her. She felt that no one else would care for her like he did, and she didn't want to deceive him. She appreciated everything he had done, but gratitude alone wouldn't be enough for a lifetime together.

At her words, disappointment flashed in Oliver's eyes, but he understood that feelings couldn't be forced.

"Alright, let's give it some time. How about three months? If after that you still can't love me, we'll just remain friends," he said.

Nyla felt a pang of guilt. "I'm s