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

Chapter 1990

Chapter 1990 Making It Up To Her

Magnus was all curled up, hugging his knees. His head was hanging low. He had no idea how much time had passed when the sound of footsteps reached him.

He slowly lifted his head, only to see Denise approaching. She was bundled up in

a down jacket, a hat, and a scarf, carrying groceries in her hands.

Magnus was somewhat taken aback.

He rubbed his eyes, somewhat incredulous at the sight of her.

"Denise! This isn't a dream, is it?"

Upon hearing his question, Denise didn't respond. She walked straight up to him, her eyes filled with indifference.

"What are you doing here? Haven't you deceived me enough?"

She gave a bitter smile. "I'm broke. I don't have a single penny left."

Upon hearing her voice, Magnus was certain he hadn't misheard. He quickly grasped Denise's hand.

"Denise, I'm sorry. I'm sorry..."

flung his hand away. "What's the point of saying

limply in

could do was apologize, as he

slowly asked, "Did something really happen to Mr. and

expenses, yet you're asking this question.

felt as if something was stuck in his throat. He had initially intended to explain why

thinking that he could simply double the hundred thousand and then give it to Denise. He was sure that would have made

I make it up to you in

lost!" Denise said

however, stood in front of her. "I will repay you twofold. I promise to return all the money to you. About your parents.

say. After leaving a parting remark, he hastily

retreating figure, her eyes filled

were unharmed, thanks to the assistance of

difficult to understand Magnus. Is he genuinely malicious, simply foolish, or just

to dwell on it anymore. She opened the door to her

have the energy to do anything after eating. She wouldn't bother with washing up or brushing her teeth, choosing to go straight

she was being too altruistic and that she shouldn't have been

truly hoped that Magnus would be able

the drowsiness, Denise quickly

was set aside, rang but didn't rouse

nine in the morning, Denise woke up. She picked up her phone and noticed several missed

manager, as well