Hugo didn't say that loudly, but his voice wasn't quiet either. The air was filled with tension, and everyone was on edge, waiting to see what he would do next. His words were clear enough for everyone to hear. Richard heard him too, his expression dark and stormy.

"But I've already told you, I don't love you," Pearl said.

Hugo looked hurt as he shook his head. "No, give me a chance. I promise I'll be better to you than Richard ever was."

"But I don't need that from you."

Frustrated, Hugo couldn't hold back his feelings. "Why? Why does everyone prefer Richard? Am I not as handsome as he is?"

Pearl, calm as ever, observed them both. Richard had a polished look, while Hugo's features were striking, his scar adding a touch of rebelliousness. However, she didn't find that appealing.

"It's not about that. I simply don't love you. It's nobody's fault. We're just not meant to be together," Pearl explained.

"I don't believe in fate," Hugo declared loudly.

might hurt Pearl, stared at the knife Hugo was

to act, Pearl's look

man I'm attracted to?" Pearl

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gentle, kind-hearted, and genuine, a man with

someone like Richard?"

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company?"

Pearl was mistaken in her affection, blinded by Richard's facade, while he was the one truly deserving

disagreed. "On the contrary, Richard is just

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