When There Is Nothing Left But Love (Ashton And Scarlett)

The alcohol had probably gone to Nathaniel’s head, for his voice turned increasingly softer. Leaning back against the couch, he slowly closed his eyes.

Watching as his chest rose and fell, the urge to end him right then and there abruptly seized me.

As long as he’s dead, no one will keep targeting Ashton anymore.

But in the next instant, I realized that it wasn’t feasible.

Regardless of whether it’s Ramona or Mr. Jensen, they both hold affection toward him. Thus, they won’t stand idly by if he dies. If I want eternal peace, the only way is to take them all down.

While I was lost in my thoughts, Nathaniel’s voice sounded out of the blue. “Are you thinking of killing me again?”

“Yeah, I’d love to skin you alive so that you’ll wish for death!”

“That’s good. Having you hate me is better than you treating me as though I don’t exist.” Not in the mood to listen to his twisted logic, I huffily stood up and went back to my room upstairs.

its usual noble and elegant look. He sat at the dining table silently like a stately prince, but the bruises on his face

like thin air, so I didn’t spare him a single glance though we sat at the

do you want to do today?” Nathaniel

answer him but continued eating the food on my plate

any response from me, he lifted his head and glanced at me. Then, he commented placidly, “You’ll understand in the future that everything I do is for your good. No one knows where Freja has fled. With my men here, they can keep an eye on you wherever you go. At least, the

so livid that I slammed my cutlery down with a bang. “Don’t attempt to brainwash me with your absurd reasoning! Is it not enough to monitor me at home that they’re to follow me

well and explained unhurriedly, “This is only temporary. You’ll have your freedom back anytime when I’ve

so don’t drag me into it! No matter how nice you put things, it can’t hide your hypocrisy! Actually, there’s no need to make a choice between two options. If you really want me to live happily, you should respect my choice and give Ashton and me your sincere blessings while removing yourself from our relationship. However, that’s not what you’re doing! You’re just selfish! You want to have what belongs to someone else! From the beginning to the end, your

and wiped my mouth, regarding him calmly. “Thanks, but

that, I got up and went upstairs, not wanting to tarry for

negotiated with Garrett, he had

the internet for information on Garrett, I suddenly

be Ashton coming to save me, I draped a coat over