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.

legs still ached, but after a day of pain, the sensation had

freshened up and made my way to bed. I lifted both legs onto the mattress, stretched

I woke to find a few unread

me at 7:00 a.m., asking what I wanted

appreciated his care, the more I relied on him, the more I felt I owed him. One day, I might never be able to repay

replied: (Jean is coming over today.

message, anxiety crept

him think I was pushing him

my phone rang–it

hesitated before

“Hello…”

you’ve already asked your friend to

her last night.”

happened, but I knew Soren

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

remembered my acupuncture session at

actually feeling much better today. Can I skip it? Just thinking about those needles sent a shiver

have long–term problems