Reborn to Marry My Best Friend's Uncle novel Chapter 172

Christian managed a smile, but the heaviness in his eyes remained.

His somber expression instantly crushed Annie's fleeting sense of relief. She let out a soft sigh.

Back at the apartment, Christian remained just as cautious.

He helped Annie settle onto the couch, then turned to pour a glass of warm water and passed it to her. Then came the blanket, followed by the humidifier.

His movements were fluid and efficient, yet terrifyingly silent.

Annie cradled the glass, watching his busy figure moving around the living room. Her chest felt tight.

Christian had been like this for three whole days. He was right there beside her, yet they felt worlds apart.

Exhaustion clouded his eyes, and a heavy gloom settled over his brow like a shroud.

Annie thought about it for a long time, but she could only come up with one possibility. She assumed that Christian was still angry that she had ruined the wedding.

By evening, Annie couldn't stand the oppressive atmosphere any longer. She cautiously asked, "Shall we... go out for dinner?"

Christian paused in the middle of preparing dinner and looked back at her. "But your condition..."

"I'm fine now. The doctor said I can move around normally." Annie got up and tried to look energetic. "It's suffocating staying home all the time. Let's go out."

Christian looked at her in silence for a few seconds before finally nodding. "Alright."

They chose a quiet, elegant private dining restaurant. The dishes came one after another—exquisite and appetizing—but Annie could hardly taste a bite.

She set down her knife and fork, drew in a deep breath, and decided to stop avoiding the issue. She looked at the handsome, expressionless man across from her and spoke, solemn and deliberate with every single word.

She said, "I'm sorry."

Christian's hand paused in mid-air as he reached for the food.

Annie continued, "I want to apologize again for ruining our wedding. I know you put a lot of effort and money into it, only for me to... ruin it. I'll find a way to compensate you for the losses."

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