Fiancé Uncle 80

Chapter

80

Thea spoke with a serious tone, but Nicolas smiled. "Take a look first. See if it's something you like".

Thea nodded and opened the gift box, her eyes widensing in surprise. Inside was a pocket watch crafted by Richard, one of his early works. It was said he was very proud of this piece and couldn't bring himself to sell it.

Thea had seen it before and had felt tempted by its beauty.

Richard had even told her that if she liked it, he'd reluctantly part with it for her, but she had turned him down.

First, because she had spent most of her budget on Max's gift, and second, because she didn't want to take something Richard held so dear.

But Thea hadn't expected Nicolas to actually buy it for her. She initially thought his apology was just a formality, but this gesture felt genuine.

as she looked at him. "I really like this gift. Thank you." Nicolas remained composed, but the coldness in his expression softened slightly at her words. Thea was about to ask him why he was attending this event when his phone suddenly

that the contact name seemed

and distant, and usually, his contacts were listed by full names. But for this person, it appeared to be just a first name, though

"Nicolas, where are you? I'm not feeling well. Can you take me to the hospital?" Nicolas pursed his lips and walked

a strange, unfamiliar emotion. There had been many women around Nicolas, but he had always dealt

he'd hang up and block their number in one swift motion, or he'd send Darwin to make sure the person never bothered

hear what Nicolas was saying, Thea could read his expression, gentle, almost affectionate,

dug into her palm, leaving marks. It hurt, but she didn't show any sign of it on

walked over, trying to sound casual. "Was it something urgent? If you need to go, I can explain it to the

shook his head. "No need. I've already

Nicolas' side,

for this task showed just how

an was to h

him.

out, "Who is she? Is she your first crush everyone talks

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