Chapter 1305 The Lingering Echoes of Love’s Burden

George couldn't help bursting into laughter instinctively, but the laughter quickly faded and left him with a bittersweet feeling. It was he who exposed North to the gruesome side.

If he hadn't made last-minute arrangements for them to stay at the Double Dragon Court, Olivia wouldn't have become an assassin for them. He thought he could protect her, but he never anticipated that it would end with him having to buy her freedom.

Neither did he want to admit that there was any disparity between him and Eugene.

At one point, he even believed that his feelings for Olivia surpassed those that Eugene had for her. However, after multiple incidents, he was forced to reflect on himself. He realized he needed to be more attentive. He failed to put himself in her shoes and always approached matters from his own perspective.

In a situation like today, George would undoubtedly take her if she wanted to go. His happiness stemmed from her, so why wouldn't he do it?

However, Eugene only desired to keep her protected under his wing.

Perhaps this was genuine affection—no, it should be called love.

He couldn't recall where he had heard a phrase that intentionally distinguished between liking and loving.

like was akin to seeing a beautiful flower and plucking it to bring home, while to love was tending to that flower every

initially dismissed it, he now somewhat understood the

flower being watered would always thrive longer than

reluctantly uttered, "He's just caring for

responded, "I know, but it doesn't feel satisfying without personally teaching

do you want to do to her?"

try out my newly

He felt speechless.

her, they would think she is offering some kind of pleasure, and her innocent demeanor only reinforces the

amusement, a tinge of bitterness arose within him. Eugene had

you cover my shift, I'll assist you, and I'll provide feedback afterward.

this proposal, thus eagerly responding, "Absolutely! I'll go get it for you." Without further ado, she

small black vial in hand and handed it over to him. "As soon as it touches the skin, the itching will become unbearable. However, I haven't tested it on a large scale yet. You can try

couldn't help but wonder how he managed to suppress his laughter. This little junior of his was by no means a benevolent person.

keep watch. I'll be on my way." With that said,

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