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.

at him, igniting

need, he grabbed his phone and called

She didn’t ignore him.

She picked up.

a few seconds after connecting, neither

voice finally cut through

asked, “Did you

her voice, Caden felt a

did,” he answered,

her

said, “Happy Christmas,

Caden’s hands shook.

knew exactly how to offer

to strike

reaction she might have—he imagined she would cry,

expected the simple

His throat went dry.

me

I never hated you, except when I

was caught off

Nine?

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