Chapter 331:

When she loved Caden, she did so because of his past, tirelessly trying to help him escape his shadows.

Yet, he had overlooked something crucial.

She, too, had been overshadowed by darkness.

She had come this far on her own, without anyone ever truly caring for or cherishing her.

That explained her tender nature.

She believed that sincerity alone would earn her the love she longed for.

All she desired was a bit of attention and affection.

He had offered her wealth, influence, jewels, and recognition, but not love.

Regret consumed Caden.

He felt choked.

He gasped for breath, as if he were a fish out of water.

him, igniting a persistent

urgent need, he grabbed his phone and called

She didn’t ignore him.

She picked up.

few seconds after connecting, neither

soft voice finally cut through

asked, “Did you get my

her voice, Caden

answered, his

her words

sincerity, she said, “Happy Christmas,

Caden’s hands shook.

how to offer love and

strike where it

himself for any reaction she might have—he imagined she would cry, create

the simple words,

His throat went dry.

hate me now, don’t

never hated you,

caught off

Nine?

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