Chapter 244 Giving You My Life

After half an hour, Maggie stepped out of the bedroom, her cheeks flushed and a hint of irritation in her demeanour, steadfasily rebuffing Nathael’s attempt to embrace her.

Observing the flurry of activity in the wardrobe, with five or six salespeople and representatives from different brands busy organising the closet, Maggie paused momentarily, absorbing the scene.

Her eyes widened in disbelief.

Could Nathael have lost his senses?

How much had he purchased?

His previously roomy closet, which had only filled a fraction of the space, was now bursting with vibrant women’s apparel and dresses.

Even the cabinet that housed his brooches, watches, and cufflinks was now overflowing with jewellery.

Maggie turned to the man walking behind her, her amazement palpable but unspoken. Eventually, she couldn’t help but inquire, “Nathael, just how much do you earn?”

Approaching her, Nathael enveloped her delicate hand with his large one, his voice resonating deeply ast he responded, “I’ll give it to you tonight when we get back.”

Maggie looked puzzled.

Give me what? Will he give me money?

“Aren’t you afraid I’ll steal all your money?” Maggie’s words came out in a blur. She asked with a hint of indignation creeping into her tone.

Are you so in love that you’ve lost your senses?

How could you let yourself be so easily misled?

I’ve misled and taken advan

of you so many times, and yet you’re ready to hand over all your wealth!

smooth, round tips imparting a cool sensation reminiscent of

to meet hers, he uttered in a hushed, resonant tone, “As I’ve

and her voice

mesmerising gaze, she saw a resolve and fervour that bewildered her, as if he thought

not, he would rather be broken into pieces,

flinch or evadé her gaze. He allowed her to scrutinise him. His dark pupils were deep and steadfast.

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the teeth, insisted on stripping away all defences and presenting their heart

vulnerable.

until they got into the

turned her head to look out the window, her heart heavy with sorrow.

was for her to bear. She dared not imagine what he might do if, six years later, she truly succumbed to

past repeat itself again?

of unconditional love and the bitterness of being powerless. These conflicting emotions intertwined,

sure if her situation could be considered unattainable longing, but she couldn’t help but wonder how much pain Nathael must have felt

and Nathael stepped into a private

tranquil spot. With a policy of accepting only appointments and

entrance featured a modest red wooden door embellished with two solid copper lion door knockers,

a prestigious lineage of royal chefs. He originally cooked for state banquets during his younger days. The chef’s son had now ascended to the position of master chef, overseeing similar grand

strength, he insisted on personally cooking two dishes when she was in a

to take over.

came here were mostly high–ranking officials and

Maggie. He extended his hand to push the door, but Maggie felt a twinge of unease, perhaps due

parents disapprove of me, don’t put them in a difficult

Clara was outraged upon learning that her accomplished son intended to

empathised with her, putting herself

If it were

lady of the upper class, refrained from ridiculing or tormenting her, despite any personal dislike she might have harboured.

unfair treatment.

differences, Clara ultimately succumbed to her son’s

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