The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 260

I realized I wouldn’t have taken so much into consideration if I didn’t care about him so much.

At that moment, I finally understood the saying that humans tended to want to possess what they liked, but showed restraint toward those they loved.

In just a few months, my feelings for Soren had already surpassed everything I’d felt for Edward in the years we’d spent together.

I had fallen for him, which made me cautious and insecure afraid of losing what we had.

I didn’t know if I should blame myself for moving on too quickly or if Soren was simply too irresistible.

He reached out, pinching my cheek lightly and smiling indulgently. “How could you possibly tarnish my reputation when you’re such an outstanding woman?

“You s

should be a little more selfish, Taylor. You’ll be much happier that way.”

I lifted my gaze to meet his, and the walls around my heart began to crumble.

After pinching my check, he rested his large hand on my shoulder and gave it a gentle squeeze. “It’s getting late. Wash up and get some sleep. I’ll come see you tomorrow.”

I nodded. “Okay, you should go.”

I watched him leave, and only after I shut the door did I let out a deep breath and sit down at the dining table.

a day of pain, the sensation had numbed a little, making it more bearable.

and I was too lazy to shower, so I simply freshened up and made my way to bed.

next morning, I woke to find a few unread messages.

had texted me at 7:00 a.m., asking

I relied on him, the more I felt I owed him. One day, I

such, I replied: (Jean is coming over today. You should focus on your own

the message, anxiety

him think

my phone rang–it was

hesitated before picking

“Hello…”

you’ve already asked your friend to

her last night.”

happened, but I knew Soren wouldn’t stop

then. I’ll head to the office now. I’ll pick you up when I’m done with work–you still have your

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he reminded

That’s when I remembered my

skip it? Just thinking about those needles

said, “Not a chance. You may have long–term