My Wife is a Hacker novel (Nicole)

Chapter 3066

Cindy looked at Nicole and asked, "May I treat you to dinner today?" "Is everything okay?" Nicole noticed something strange in Cindy’s tone and furrowed her brows slightly. 'She doesn't sound like it's just a casual hangout with friends.’

"Well, I'm leaving, so think of it as a goodbye dinner for me," Cindy said, forcing a bitter smile.

After all this time, she felt like she couldn't keep holding on and was ready to let go of her feelings for Martin.

"You're going back? Why all of a sudden?" Lulu was shocked. 'Didn't she come here for Martin? Is she giving up now?'

"It’s nothing. My research project ended a while ago, and I’ve been here longer than needed. It's time for me to go back." Waiting around felt suffocating, so she wanted some fresh air.

"Are you sure about this?" Nicole asked, showing concern.

I've made my decision," Cindy said firmly, feeling there was no reason

at Martin, noticing he seemed lost in thought. It meant Cindy hadn't talked to him about her

a quiet exhale, Nicole said, "Since you've made your mind up, we'll respect

me," Cindy felt a pang of sadness, knowing she'd be losing not just Martin but also these good

in vain; at least she'd gained friendships worth

and Lulu trailed behind Nicole as they left, leaving Cindy and Martin to

locked, and Cindy nervously bit her lip, stepping back to let Martin go

with a mixed expression. "When

but the final call

said, "Well then, I hope your journey back goes

Cindy nodded,

decision and be tempted to stay. But deep down, she knew