kael warded her palm, gentle and docle–like a loyal dog
Move’s eyes burned with tears. She turned her head, swallowing a sob, and struggled to calm down for a long time….
by was a sleepless night, and she only drifted off into a light doze as dawn broke.
When the woke up. Kael had already bought breakfast–fluffy pancakes with maple syrup, crispy bacon strips, and a side of scrambled eggs… all her favorites.
Nova glanced at the food, then forced herself to look away.
She pushed down the ache in her chest: she needed to prepare documents for her 11 AM meeting with Corin at the Royal Fencing Club.
You’re awake… Kael walked out of the bathroom.
Seeing her up, his heart tightened. 7 left a basin of warm water out–you can wash up now.”
Nova froze, a flicker of pain crossing her face.
Her skin was sensitive, so she always had to be careful with products to avoid rashes. Kael had always fussed over this, even carrying a small water filter with
him whenever they went out.
She’d thought it was overkill, but he’d never stopped.
Now, without the filter in the hospital, he’d cooled the water for her in advance…
The couldn’t put into words how she felt–only that her chest felt heavy and sore.
Before she could speak, Kael hurried on, “After you wash up, we can eat. I asked the doctor–you can be discharged today. You hate being cooped up here, right? in a few days. I’ll take you out to relax…”
He walked to the table to set out forks and knives, rambling nervously–afraid to hear her say “leave” or “break up.”
He was truly terrified.
Sova knew he was trying to cheer her up.
but tarts weren’t made of stone; once broken, could they ever be mended?
Baby, don’t ignore me. Kael stepped in front of her, his voice trembling like a child who’d done something wrong. “I was a monster last night. Hit me, yell at be–do whatever you want….
Just don’t leave Don’t ignore me
He held her hand, his pales clammy with sweat–proof of his panic.
Nove came back to her senses and didn’t pull away
She hesitated, then spoke softly. I wont leave but you have to promise me two things”
Karl’s eyes lit up. “Anything! Name them?”
Nova looked at him, her voice steady. “First, we sleep in separate rooms this month. Second, I’m innocent–you’re never allowed to suspect me and Corin again.”
In the remaining 18 days before she left, she didn’t want any more trouble.
And Corin had helped her, if Kael did anything to him, she’d never forgive herself.
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Karly expression flickered slightly, but he hid it well.
He nodded seriously. Okay. No problem.
Nova studied him, half believing, half doubting–but leaning toward trust.
he knew her leaving would devastate Kael.
At least for now, he wouldn’t do anything reckless.
ael helped her out of bed, his voice gentle. “Go wash up. I’ll get your food ready–it’ll be perfect when you come out.”
lova said nothing and walked to the bathroom. Inside, she saw the basin of cool water on the counter, her toothbrush with toothpaste already squeezed on it, nd a new towel, as he knew she hated using hotel ones. Even her clothes were there–ironed neatly on a rack.
I was nothing short of meticulous.
le remembered every little thing about her.
o why had he forgotten the most important promise of all?
lova’s knuckles whitened as she gripped the doorknob, her numb heart twinging with pain.
fter breakfast, while Kael went to handle the discharge papers, Nova quickly organized the documents she needed to print for her meeting with Corin.
uddenly, her phone blew up with messages.
hinking it was an urgent work update, she set down her water glass and grabbed her phone from the cabinet.
When she saw the messages, she froze–her face turning deathly pale. Her fingers shook so much she could barely hold the phone, but she kept scrolling
rough the photos like she was punishing herself.
hey were all from Sloane–photos of her and Kael together, one after another. Sloane was showing off, mocking Nova’s naivety, and shattering her heart with very image.
ova bit her lip until it hurt, then realized the earliest photos were from last year.
ast December, Kael had taken Sloane to Bali, to the Lover’s Cliff she’d dreamed of visiting for years. This March, on her birthday, Kael had brought Sloane to a Im festival, boosting her career and lifting her to heights others could only dream of.
e’d spoiled Sloane so much–giving her money, giving her love…
nd what about her? She’d waited alone in their cold, empty house all night, like a fool.
here were so many more photos…
ears blurred Nova’s vision, and she forced her eyes open to hold them back.
The one not loved is the homewrecker.]
You lost a long time ago!]
hose few words were enough to leave her reeling.
Not loved.
she whispered the words, her voice breaking. Her mind wandered-
Baby, I love you most. Don’t leave me…” Last night, he’d held her hand, begging her to stay, his voice so gentle it made her heart ache.
Baby, don’t ignore me…” This morning, he’d taken care of her so tenderly, even turning off his phone to keep other women from disturbing her.
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She’d thought he’d finally realized his mistake.
She stumbled backward, her lower back slamming into the bed frame, her face ashen.
“Nova.”
Kael pushed open the door, having taken care of the discharge papers.
He saw her dazed, devastated expression, and his heart clenched.
He rushed over, cupping her face in his hands. “What’s wrong? Who hurt you?”
You!
She screamed the word in her mind, too heartbroken to speak.
Kael took her cold hand. “Is it work? Did a client give you trouble? Tell me.
‘Baby, talk to me. If you don’t, I’ll go crazy.”
His grey eyes were filled with worry–as if she truly was the most precious thing in his life.
But Nova wanted to cry. Her mind flashed to the photos: Kael holding Sloane’s hand at Lover’s Cliff, their honeymoon by the sea, sleeping in each other’s arms.
He’d lied to her so well.
Humiliation, anger, and sorrow flooded her chest.
she wanted to throw her phone in his face, to make him look at the disgusting things he’d done.
But she couldn’t.
she was leaving. She wanted Kael to regret this for the rest of his life–to pay for what he’d done.
he pulled herself together, forcing a weak smile, her voice bitter. “Nothing. I just… got sand in my eye.”
Cael frowned, and his gaze flicked to the phone lying on the bed–screen dark.
A shadow crossed his eyes; he had a pretty good idea what had happened. In seconds, he masked his expression.
le gently lifted her face, blowing softly on her eye.
Let me blow it away for you…”
fis touch was impossibly gentle. He added, “Wait till I finish this project–I’ll take you to Bali. You’ve always wanted to see Lover’s Cliff, right?”
Wait?
year? Three years? This was the fourth year–hadn’t she waited long enough? He wasn’t too busy–he just didn’t want to take her.
Nova’s eyelashes trembled, her heart feeling like it had been stabbed again.
the pushed his hand away, her voice hoarse. “I liked it years ago. Not anymore.”
she’d never cared about seeing the sea at Lover’s Cliff–not really. She’d only wanted to go with him because of an old saying: “Couples who walk Lover’s Cliff ogether will stay together forever.”
Now she didn’t want either him or the cliff.
Kael didn’t catch the hidden meaning and thought she’d simply lost interest. “Then where do you want to go? Anywhere–home or abroad. I’ll clear half a month just to be with you.”
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His tone was ingratiating.
Nova heard it clearly but sighed. “Let’s go back first. We can talk about this later. Did you finish the discharge papers? Let’s leave.”
Kael froze.
Later…
For some reason, the word made him uneasy–filled with restlessness and impatience.
He was a decisive man, used to efficiency; he hated waiting. But now, he didn’t dare argue. He nodded, picked up her things, and followed her silently out of the tospital.
I have to go to the office later–there’s a dinner I can’t cancel. Let my assistant drive you home, okay? I’ll come back to be with you tonight.”
Outside the hospital, Kael opened the car door for her, his hand hovering over the top of the frame to protect her head.
Jova nodded faintly and got in. She didn’t want to act like a bitter woman, questioning whether he was really going to a dinner or lying to meet Sloane.
ler heart hurt too much.
he had to go to the Royal Fencing Club later–she didn’t want strangers to see her looking so broken.
Drive carefully, slowly. My wife gets carsick.” Kael instructed the driver.
Yes, Mr. Voss.”
lova stared out the window, silent.
When the car drove away, Kael finally looked away. Soon, a Bentley pulled up. He got in the back seat, massaging his temples tiredly.
Mr. Voss, Corin is already at the Royal Fencing Club,” Sam said.
ael’s eyes snapped open, and his gaze darkened, filled with an impenetrable gloom.
Go to the Royal Fencing Club.
Also–Josh was arrested by the Cohen family. Send someone to keep an eye on him. Use whatever means necessary. I want him dead.”
latred flashed in Kael’s eyes.
le’d planned to get rid of Josh once he was no longer useful, but Josh had been stupid enough to keep hurting Nova.
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