In an instant, countless self-comforting thoughts flashed through my mind. Perhaps I should learn from Jasmine—close my eyes and ignore the women around Nicholas. Just becoming his wife in name didn't seem that hard. I had lost my mother because of my stubbornness, my defiance, and my immaturity.
From the moment I got in the car, Nicholas hadn't spared me a glance. Even now, his eyes remained closed. I couldn't discern his emotions. What kind of façade was he keeping up?I suddenly felt like laughing. I knew exactly what he wanted. Realizing that there was no need to beat around the bush wi
Clinging helplessly to the leather seat, I realized Nicholas had known all along. "I'm not getting out." I shook my head. "It's pointless, and I won't come back here ever again."I stole a glance outside the car window, hastily putting an end to the chapter of the past few days that felt like a dre
The fish tank divider was much thicker than an ordinary fish tank. Nicholas's palms went numb after smashing the fish tank, but the tank itself remained undamaged. The fish, however, were panic-stricken. Nevertheless, he seemed determined to break it. He continued smashing the tank until he had sm
I bit my lip hard, holding my breath with my back facing him. I pretended to be asleep. Nicholas reached from behind and pulled me into his arms. Still, we ended up sharing the same bed. A gasp escaped my lips. I thought he was going to hold me, but he released me and said, "Don't stay so far apart
I gazed past Nicholas's shoulder, staring blankly at the wall behind him. However, his touch didn't stir even the slightest ripple in my heart. A huge wave of despair washed over me. To think that, one day, I would end up in such a deal with him. I inhaled deeply, my voice devoid of any desire as
Nicholas had just settled down in bed not long ago, so I thought he had fallen into a deep slumber. I didn't bother to avoid him while I was on the phone with Yasmine. To my surprise, he was only pretending to be asleep. He heard every word of our conversation clearly. He suddenly reached out to m
Nicholas scowled at Claudia. "Get out!"Tears streamed down her face. How could a doll like her shed tears?I got up in silence and headed out, leaving some personal space for the siblings. It must've pained Nicholas to see his sister cry, and I didn't want to see him coax her. And here I was, thin
My heart tightened. "Nicholas, what do you take me for? You're making it sound like I'm taking your advantage."I lifted my hand and pinched his waist. He cried out in pain and finally let go. I quickly sat up to put some distance between us, glaring at him angrily.Nicholas narrowed his eyes and wr
The cold sweat on my back instantly soaked my nightgown. Upon seeing who was standing in front of me, I felt so drained that I couldn't even muster the energy to glare at Nicholas."What's wrong?" he asked, reaching up to touch my forehead before turning on the bedside lamp. He grabbed a tissue and
Although Nicholas gave me his assurances, I still couldn't fully relax. I lay beside Tabitha, unable to fall asleep. So, I decided to search for information on childhood autism. As soon as I opened my phone, a trending topic popped up with Nicholas' name on it. The headline read, "CEO of Hawk Corp
I went to Nicholas' room to check on Tabitha. She was sleeping soundly, her cheeks flushed a rosy red.She didn't know yet that, tomorrow, she'd have to go to the hospital again instead of going to kindergarten.Other kids her age would be going to school or the amusement park, but Tabitha had to fr
Suddenly, a force pulled on my hand, startling me.My reflexive jerk knocked the bowl, making it wobble noisily against the table. The clattering sound felt louder than the pounding of our hearts."Sorry," I muttered, quickly steadying the bowl. I glanced up at Nicholas. His hand froze midair, stil
As my thoughts ran wild, I somehow drifted off to sleep in Tabitha's room. When I opened my eyes again, the sky was dark.I sat up in a panic, fumbling with the door lock before finally getting it open. The moment I stepped out, the door to the room next to mine opened as well.Nicholas stood there,
Nicholas' bright eyes dimmed instantly, a wave of dejection washing over him."I haven't eaten anything. I've been in back-to-back meetings and barely even had time for water. Can't you just keep me company?"At that moment, I felt the fragile understanding between us was once again on the verge of
I quickly got ready and waited for Nicholas to pick me up. He had called earlier, saying he'd wrapped up work early. He asked if I wanted to join him to pick up Tabitha from school.I immediately caught the hopeful tone in his voice but still turned him down.Lately, Nicholas had been eager to take
Once Tabitha finished her meal and Wendy took her to school, I finally had a bit of time to myself.I sent the prepared documents to Douglas, asking him to help arrange Tabitha's visa for Berland.Once her condition improved, I planned to take her abroad. Since Nicholas hadn't insisted on having Tab