Beyond the Divorce by Third Blossom

Chapter 378 Her Internal Struggles

I looked at Ryan and knew he had waited for me for too long. I found it hard to answer his question.

because I didn’t want to hurt him.

I considered how we were during college and remembered him caring for me when I returned home during my freshman year. Ryan was always attentive, yet he kept a distance and never crossed

boundaries.

So, I only saw him as an elder brother from the neighborhood.

“Perhaps I would have,” I answered honestly. “You never gave me the chance to consider things in that

direction.”

Ryan tightened his grip on my hand. He looked conflicted with pain, regret, and longing. He was brave this

time, asking, “What about now? I’ll do my best to care for you and Ava.”

His words made it hard for me to remain serious, I knew he was earnest, but I couldn’t help but chuckle.”

you’re too funny. You…”

anxious gaze, I quickly adjusted my tone. I realized I was too light–hearted and even disrespectful. I composed myself and said thoughtfully, “I know

at that.

I know you treat me well and have feelings for me. Please give me some

time.”

Suddenly, Ryan looked determined. “I will try my best. Thank you for giving me a chance!”

speechless. I didn’t mean to start a relationship with Ryan but rather to try and get closer. It seemed like I hadn’t made myself clear. I would try it since I couldn’t

I

I

force anything,

I might take back my words. “Chlo, you’re everything to me. I regret being indecisive. You wouldn’t have suffered with Matthew if I had

Murphys are dysfunctional. Melanie

away her brother and fortune.”

took everything from them, so Melanie is aggressive toward me. They were heartless to me just now, but I

want to be like

and saving him was my motherly Instinct. Let’s hope Ava will get good karma

with you and could only watch you get hurt,” Ryan continued to blame himself. He said affectionately, “Take better care of yourself next time. Do you still want

chuckled, “All that happened because I wanted some stew.

stayed here.”

determined to take me. “Should I get your parents first? Then,

together.”