Loose 685


Chapter 685

Edward’s words hit me like a ton of bricks, and I found myself staring at him, feeling a sudden wave of pressure and confusion.

He seemed to sense my unease and smiled gently. “It’s the law of conservation. You can’t gain without losing something. Don’t let that stress you out.”

Edward had a way with words, like he was born to negotiate. Whenever I felt anxious, he could effortlessly ease my fears before I even had a chance to process them.

What he said made perfect sense.

“It’s not me who’s losing all this. I’m just worried about you…” Victoria’s voice faltered, the rest of her words. stuck in her throat.

Edward chuckled. “Don’t worry about it. Grown–ups have to learn to pay the price for what they do. As long as you have no regrets, that’s enough.”

“But…” Victoria hesitated, realizing she just wasn’t as easygoing as he was.

Edward gently pulled me into his arms. “Victoria, are you happy being with me right now?”

I nodded.

“That’s all that matters. I’m happy too. Now that you’re here, I don’t feel so alone anymore.” Edward kissed the top of my head. “Don’t be fooled by all the people around me. It might look like I’m never lonely, but I know the truth. All the chatter and bustle outside has nothing to do with me. Deep down, I’m still alone.”

a little surprised but then smiled. “It’s lonely at the top. The world of the powerful is always

one.”

side?” Edward


felt a shiver run through me.

I’m afraid I might not be able

get upset. He just hugged me tighter. “You know yourself well, Victoria. Knowing what you want. is one of your

arms, listening to his heartbeat, but my heart ached with a bittersweet

only gained it because of my previous life. Losing who I

held at one of Edward’s mountain villa hotels, and the place was swarming

cars.

to a suite

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guests.

him about it, and he told me it was a private suite

I’ll help you,”


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