Elisa couldn't ignore the sense of suffocation and bitterness in her heart upon seeing Gareth in this state. Part of her wished he would remain cold and distant, just as he had been before.
However, amidst these conflicting feelings, certain matters needed to be addressed.
She chuckled, "Oh, a chance to make things right? And how exactly do you propose to do that? With your wealth? Influence? Or perhaps some other grand gesture? You can't just assume I'll fall for the idea that you'll do whatever it takes to make me happy. Can you?"
Elisa didn't mince her words; her penetrating gaze left no room for evasion.
Gareth didn't respond but pursed his lips into a line. His expression turned cold, and his eyes, devoid of the previous sadness, now held a trace of tenderness.
Seeing Gareth in this state, Elisa couldn't help but laugh. She knew deep down that Gareth harbored no genuine feelings for her. Everything was merely a consequence of their recent interactions and his grandparents' desire for them to reconcile.
As she was about to say something, Gareth preempted, "Within my abilities, I would do whatever it takes to fulfill your desires."
It was a promise. However, this promise failed to evoke even the slightest reaction from Elisa.
Elisa shook her head, a wry smile forming on her lips. "But, I don't lack anything now. Whatever you can do to please me doesn't interest me in the least. Is there nothing else worth discussing?"
With those words, Elisa swiftly changed the subject, determined not to dwell on this pointless matter that would never lead to understanding.
Gareth knew her temperament all too well. Continuing the conversation would only fuel her discontent. However...
He couldn't let it end like this without saying something. He chose a different approach. "Since we're already here and have this place reserved, even if you won't give me a chance to make things right, let's not waste the beauty of this scenery."
As he spoke, Gareth took a couple of steps forward, maintaining a respectful distance from Elisa. It was a gesture of consideration towards her.
At first, Elisa felt a whirlwind of emotions. Still, as she listened to Gareth's persuasive words, she couldn't help but restrain herself from launching a barrage of mocking and sneering.
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