Chapter 194

A complex expression clouded Nicolas's eyes, and he exhaled heavily. He couldn't understand why Thea was so stubborn.

Is it because she doesn't trust me? Or perhaps because she doesn't love me and wants to avoid getting too deeply involved?" he wondered.

"What's your plan then? How do you intend to wrap this up?" Nicolas asked.

Noticing the discontent in his tone, Thea's body trembled slightly as she stared at her feet, struggling to explain, though she was enthused, "I realize I acted impulsively and alinest caused trouble for you, Mr. Hendrix. "But Joyce is my friend, and I couldn't just ignore her." Nicolas's expression darkened further.

From the driver's seat, Darwin quickly interjected, "Mrs. Hendrix, Mr. Hendrix didn't mean it that way. He was just worried about you, which is why he rushed back."

Thea politely nodded. "I understand, but from now on, I'll make sure to sort out solutions beforehand, I won't hold you back again, Mr. Hendrix."

She sensed that Nicolas was frustrated because he couldn't stay in Silvercreek with Stephanie to clean up after her. She was not someone who lacked awareness. But for some reason, Nicolas seemed even more displeased.

"Mr. Hendrix, if there's nothing else, I won't disturb you any longer. With that, Thea opened the car door.

To avoid making him angrier, I better leave now,' she wondered.

Darwin was left speechless, unsure of what to say as an outsider

However, before Thea could step out, Nicolas grasped her wrist firmly, Losing her balance, she stumbled into his solid chest.

The familiar scent enveloped her, leaving Thea somewhat flustered. She looked up, her eyes meeting his cold yet stunningly handsome face, speaking cautiously, Tm sorry, Mr. Hendrix, about your injury..."

Little did Thea know that in his eyes, she appeared endearing.

"It's nothing" Nicolas's expression was a mix of emotions, and he sighed, seemingly resigned. "Thea, what am I going to do with you?"

struck a chord in her heart. In an instant, Thea felt her ears flush, and she quickly averted her gaze, not wanting him

heart. This contract marriage would eventually come to an end. Thea didn't want to get caught up in a love triangle. Otherwise, she'd be the one left feeling humiliated Quickly shifting the topic, Thea asked, "Mr. Hendrix, do you

speaking in his calm, magnetic voice. "lan is coming over from Bangolware. Dad wants us to return to the Hendrix residence together." Thea nodded and closed the car door. She was still

visit to Bangolware, when Nicolas had taken her to dinner with lan, Thea remembered that she hadn't even met

Thea couldn't help but

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displeasure.

must have become quite the tople of gossip among the

It

Nicolas could always see through Thea's thoughts is he suddenly spoke up. "Don't be nervous. I told you, lan

of reputation, and he was always blunt in his speech. Unfortunately, Thea's reputation wasn't very favorable. Nicolas's hand naturally covered hers, the warmth of his touch sending an unexpected shiver

VOIL

beat. She believed no one could resist

gaze out the window, clearly

sky outside as he closed his eyes to rest. "Feelings cannot be forced. Why make things difficult?

car wound its way along the Lark Highway before finally stopping

butler Ford was already waiting to greet them. "Hi, Mr. Hendrix, Mrs. Hendrix. Stefan is in the backyard listening to

backyard, Ford suddenly glanced at them and added, "Ms.

at Nicolas. Though she knew what kind of man Nicolas was before marrying him, it still bothered her that

but feel wary. 'Surely, this wouldn't be another

has now fallen into disrepair... As they

the door, Thea saw the opera

by a

and lan were seated in the best vantage point of a balcony, enjoying the opera while sipping coffee. Next to them sat a graceful young woman in a light green

see her face clearly, her posture suggested she was well-mannered. That

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