Chapter 13
His body was warm, carrying a strong scent of alcohol, his hot breath lingering by her ear. He’s been drinking?
“Nash,” Nina called out. But Nash wrapped his arms around her waist, burying his head in her hair, and said in a low voice, “Don’t move, let me hold you for a while.” Now Nina didn’t move. She didn’t quite understand why he drank so much.
Under the covers, Nina lay for a long time, her body almost stiff, wondering when he would get up. But he showed no intention of getting up, just lingering on her, greedy. He wouldn’t mistake her for Miranda again, would he?
Nina called out again, “Nash…”
“I just want to lie like this for a while, Nina.”
Hearing this, Nina fell silent again. The fact that he called her name meant he didn’t see her as another woman. She rarely saw him in this state, feeling a bit at a loss.
But her heart softened, fearing he would fall asleep like this, fearing he would catch a cold. She nudged him, “Don’t sleep like this. Either take a bath or cover yourselfproperly…”
Nash rolled over, and with a lift of his hand, Nina and the blanket were in his arms. He held her tightly, her nose filled with his breath, alcohol, and his fresh scent.
At the same time, she was flustered, her eyes meeting his. He hadn’t closed his eyes, his deep gaze fixed on her, brows slightly furrowed, as if not too pleased. Why did she have to speculate whether he was happy or not? Was she thinking too much? She didn’t want to pay too much attention to him.
Nash’s hand caressed her forehead. The
warmth of his large palm made her feel unfamiliar. She tilted her head slightly, causing Nash to pause, and he asked carefully, “Does it hurt?”
Nina felt a sourness in her nose, perhaps from too much grievance, unable to withstand his concern. “Why are you asking these questions?” Her words carried a tone of complaint.
Nash patted her back as if to soothe her emotions. “I won’t let you go to such dangerous places again in the future.”
Was he really concerned about her? Just a moment ago, he was saying their
marriage was just a transaction, telling her not to overthink.
Nina couldn’t help but look at him again. This time, he had closed his eyes, but his hand continued to comfort her. In that moment, Nina felt like he belonged to her. Only when he was drunk did their relationship become closer, like an ordinary couple.
Nina lifted her hand, wanting to touch his face, wanting to get closer to him. But her hand stopped in mid–air, and ultimately, her rationality dispelled her impulse. Because she knew very well, this was just a fleeting moment, and
tomorrow morning, everything would return to normal. He was Nash, and she could only be Nina. Her hand fell back down.
She pressed her face against his chest, feeling his heartbeat and hearing his steady breathing. He must have fallen asleep. She finally spoke, relieved, “Nash, if I were the one you loved, even just a little bit, I would be very happy.” 1
She was actually very easy to please but the idea of receiving Nash’s love feels like an extravagance to her.
Eventually, Nina closed her eyes too, hoping time could stop, so she wouldn’t have to wake up. However, dreams had to end.
Waking up the next day, the bed was cold, and Nash had already left early.
Nina got up and found a note on the bedside, with a few lines written in a sprawling hand: “I’ve gone to the office.
Stay home and rest. Remember to eat well.”
Next to it was a bank card. Nina picked it up, remembering the two hundred thousand he spent on Miranda yesterday. Did he think that she knew about his spending so he planned to compensate her this way?
She didn’t know what Nash was thinking. Loving Miranda while not divorcing her, what was the point? In fact, divorce meant starting a whole new life, and it had drained all her courage.
Nash would never know why she fell in love with him, why she willingly stayed by his side for seven years. Her beautiful youth, her happiest moments, were all spent on him.
Thinking about breaking away made her heart ache. She had spent all her courage, only to leave with nothing in the end.
People should stay awake and not sacrifice everything for a man. One–sided infatuation always ended up being ridiculous. Nina put the bank card away in a drawer and didn’t take it out again.
Yvonne also messaged her, saying her art exhibition was starting today and asking her to come and support her. Despite Yvonne’s sometimes unreliable advice, she worked hard and was a somewhat famous painter and fashion designer.
Nina went to the event to distract herself. She brought a bouquet of flowers, and Yvonne, who was entertaining guests, immediately excused herself and came over. “Hi, my darling!” She gave Nina a hug.
Nina hugged her back and congratulated her. “Congratulations.”
“What’s there to congratulate? It’s just routine,” Yvonne said, taking the flowers. “I’m really happy you came. You’re always so busy with work; I never expected you to come to my art exhibition.”
Nina felt a bit embarrassed. “It’s my oversight.”
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i dont wanna read anymore its frustrating 🤣🤣🤣 why arent they reconcile so soon there's a lot of upcoming problem they encountered arrrgggg i am very unhappy with them both.. they are both stupid My God HAHAHA 🤣🤣🤣...
Can you add more chapters per day please...
Don't tell me 🤯 Is Nina pharaoh's daughter?...
Meanwhile why is Nina playing hard to get? What else does she want from the man? I bet if Nash ever declares to kove the baby unconditionally she might soften up but lady just spill the secret he would be overjoyed!...
I see you increased the number of chapters per day by 2, but please can we have like 20 chapters per day? 7 chapters is too little, the suspense is just crazy...
Man forget Nina. Bring Nash to me. I'll be more than willing to be with such a handsome and rich++ husband. 😘😘...
Oh god. EVERYTIME every freaking time Nash and Nina are on the edge to reconcile there's a third party. And Miranda!! Oh my God. I think the story is useless now. How come there's so much villain in their life. Gosh?!...
Author just please give us the happy ending... We know really crave happy ending!!!! Pleaseeeeeeeee...
I can't anymore, this story drains me😭😭😭...
Now, another issue has been raised. It's getting very annoying. I am quitting this story....