It Doesn’t Matter Anymore novel Chapter 54

Joshua drove me home. As scenery blurred past the window, my feelings were tangled-not exactly hatred, not love, just a stre

At home, we sat in silence on the sofa.

After a long pause, I whispered, “Thank you for today.”

His hand froze. He glanced sideways, brows slightly furrowed. “Didn’t I tell you? You don’t need to thank me

gave a faint smile. “I know… but I really do want to thank you.”

He sighed, the corner of his lips lifting slightly as he shook his head.

had an urge to ask him a question, but swallowed it back. The rumors about him-his ruthless reputation, the mysterious disappearances othe past fiancées. I wanted the truth. But our relationship was based on mutual benefit. Asking felt too intrusive.

As if sensing my hesitation, Joshua turned and fixed his deep gaze on me. “Whatever you want to ask, just ask.”

My heart skipped. I met his eyes. Before I could speak, his steady voice filled the room. “A family like mine… if we aren’t vigilant, we’ll be destroyed

Yes, I can be ruthless. But only to those with bad intentions, or who’ve made unforgivable mistakes.”

He paused, his tone turning cold. “Those old men I’ve crossed spread lies. I rejected every marriage proposal they forced on me. They got angry.

twisted the truth. I couldn’t care less about their gossip.”

I listened quietly, nodding. A weight lifted.

Then his gaze grew sharper, locking on me. “But the Harvey Family proposal was different. I initiated it.”

I froze, eyes widening.

His lips curved slightly, expression softening. “We met once before. At Calder International Airport. I was on a business trip. I saw you at the terminal… yelling at your adopted sister.” His voice grew lighter, recalling something precious. “I thought, how could someone be so dazzling? Even angry, you had this strength… this unyielding spirit.”

I stared, stunned. My mind went blank.

His smile faded, tone serious. “Don’t feel pressured, Louisa. My feelings are my own. Whether you accept them… that’s entirely up to you.”

My lips parted, but no words came. I could only nod faintly, heart pounding.

He then said gently, “You’ve had a long day. Get some rest.”

I retreated to my room, washed up, and crawled into bed. Sleep came fast.

When I woke the next morning, the internet was shaken by breaking news:

[Breaking: Cooke Corporation Loses Capital Chain!]

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