I was just trying to appease Colin, but somehow, I started to feel aggrieved as I spoke.

My voice choked, and my eyes became teary. I couldn't help but say a lot more than intended.

All the longing, worry, unease, and concern that had accumulated over the past two months came pouring out. I spoke for a long time, but the focus was only on how he had company while I was all alone and miserable.

I was sure he could understand my intentions.

The coldness in Colin's eyes completely melted away as he listened to my words. Seeing my tearful eyes, he immediately felt sorry for me and started to show me his deep affection.

"Alright, alright, don't be sad anymore. I'm not angry, okay? I know you've been feeling lonely recently. I'm returning soon, aren't I? When I'm back, I'll keep you company and make up for all the time I was away, okay?

"Don't cry anymore. How could I ever be truly angry with my darling? I was just teasing you. Don't take it seriously. Be good now. Don't cry anymore. You're breaking my heart."

speak such affectionate words, and they

kept comforting me, saying many nice things for almost an hour before I finally stopped

had become swollen and red too. I had to apply a hot towel to my eyes

my grievances and dissatisfaction stemmed from Jasmine. On the surface, she was Colin's savior, so it was only natural for him to take care of her. However, in my eyes, it was hard to repay her for her life-saving actions. Who knew what she might stir

afternoon. Andrew and Queenie came

young, he was quite reliable. When I got into the car and discussed with Queenie where to have lunch, he quietly

the restaurant, we were ushered to a reserved private room. I

looking radiant. Andrew and her were looking at the menu when her phone suddenly rang. I glanced at

sender was Flynn. "I'm getting

message too. There was a moment of stiffness in her hand that was holding the menu, and there

collapse, but she quickly suppressed her emotions and gave me a faint smile as if nothing

was clenched tightly

stared at her clenched hand, feeling extreme discomfort

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