When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1241 How To Win Cecilia Over

There’s a popular saying online: I still believe in love, but don’t believe it will ever happen to me.

This sentiment resonated deeply with Cecilia at that moment.

Particularly after Nathaniel mentioned Calvin, Nicholas, and Eric, an unsettling chill gripped her.

She sensed Nathaniel’s feelings for her but wondered if this affection was merely superficial.

Trust had never been a stronghold in their relationship, and she struggled to believe that Nathaniel could truly be devoted to her. Likewise, Nathaniel didn’t fully trust her, fearing she might gravitate toward Calvin or the others.

“You’re such an amazing person. How could you lack confidence? To me, you’re better than so many others,” Madeline remarked, gazing into Cecilia’s eyes filled with admiration.

The fact that Cecilia could single–handedly raise two sons, write music, and even establish her own company was a testament to her extraordinary capabilities.

“I suppose I lack confidence in love,” Cecilia responded with a wry grin.

She had never truly experienced a relationship before her marriage.

tied to the wrong person. As a result, she never tasted

had taken root

regardless of everything. I think you’re wonderful, and I aspire

even after she managed to escape. “You know, when I ran away from Darren a couple of years ago, I thought I could manage on my

smile, continued, “But do you know what’s the most

“What is it?”

I wouldn’t be able to survive Madeline clenched her fists tightly, unable

that moment, Madeline felt utterly helpless. All she could do was harbor resentment toward Darren for his words and actions, yet she felt

taken aback to learn that Darren hadn’t changed

out to embrace Madeline. What he did to her

be with him. I don’t

To Win

patted her

herself. “I was supposed to be the one comforting you. How did it end up with you

“It’s therapeutic for both of us,

wiped away the tears at the corners of her eyes and

their bath, they emerged from the bathroom

they asked, “What’s