Despite it only being a short walk, my forehead was already covered in cold sweat by the time I returned to our table.

I thought setting Nicholas up and tricking him here would be enough, but who knew that it wasn't enough?

How was I supposed to ask Nicholas to use his connections to help Pete? Businessmen would never engage in a losing deal.

I was still feeling a little dazed, but I knew Nicolas was looking at me. So, I gave him a small smile, not minding to show Harry a little affectionate display.

"Honey, I'm sweating. Could you help me wipe my sweat off?"

I sat down and leaned toward him. He was so close that I could even see the pores on his nose. Nicholas' breaths became slightly heavy as he held my face and pushed me back gently. Then, he took out a handkerchief from his pockets and placed it on my forehead. "Behave yourself. Harry is still here."

Although he was reprimanding me, his tone was filled with affection.

Harry laughed and said, "I saw the news some time back and thought you and Ariana had..."

his words and said, "Ariana used to be Roman's precious baby. He had asked me to look out for her before he passed. "Nick,

beautiful and considerate other women are, they'll never be able to compare to the one that

Ariana has always been head over heels for you since

I did not take his words to heart. I had felt what true sincerity was like, so I believe I

couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness when I heard him mention my father. Nevertheless, I responded gracefully, playing my part as a good wife

really well. Even if we do have

as I held the handkerchief over

the handkerchief away, stuffing it in his packers. Then, he pulled me to sit upright and started piling food

home after

placed several

my plate, I suddenly felt as if all those beautiful memories between

and found them tasting slightly bitter. It was as if I had

Harry had some business to discuss. So, I

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