In the past, Gareth had always been the one to reject and push Elisa away. Now that she reciprocated, he found himself inexplicably annoyed. However, he couldn't let Elisa return to the hotel alone in this critical moment, not when an unknown threat lurked.

Gareth suppressed the annoyance in his heart and hastened his steps to catch up with her. Meanwhile, Elisa had already settled herself in the driver's seat.

On their way to Hoover Homestead, Gareth had been the one driving. But now, for the journey back, Elisa insisted on taking the wheel, considering it fair to share the driving duties. She sped off towards the hotel, and Gareth's gaze remained fixed on the rearview mirror.

Through the mirror, he could clearly see Elisa's expression. Her words, "I have no expectations for love or marriage anymore..." and her indifferent demeanor replayed in his mind.

The memories stirred up a whirlwind of emotions within Gareth. Simultaneously, a crucial thought crossed his mind.

He asked Elisa, somewhat out of the blue, "When you say you have no expectations for love or marriage anymore, does that mean you're planning to remain single forever?"

She would have given him a bewildered look if she

stay single forever, I believe I can live a fulfilling life. Mr. Wickam, I decided to give up and return the properties you gave me during our divorce. So, please don't feel indebted

purely accidental. Furthermore, they were both

the rearview mirror, Elisa also noticed Gareth's current silence and the gloom that covered his face. He appeared unhappy, but Elisa couldn't discern any specific reason for his mood. After not hearing Gareth's response, she broached the topic again during a brief lull in

with you any longer, now or in the future. While it's customary to say we can remain in touch if necessary, I also don't want

many people would propose remaining friends. However, once she truly loved someone, reverting to a mere friendship after a heart-wrenching experience was impossible for Elisa. Granted,

in confusion, seeking

specific reason. I just don't want any further contact with you. As for Grandma... I hope you can personally explain

with Gareth, imagine how people would gossip about it. She didn't need those online trolls tagging her as some

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