Chapter 456 Happy to Help
Luca looked at Nicole, who raised her eyebrows and nodded. Luca then went outside. Eric and Nicole were left in the room.
The air was cold. Nicole smiled. “Well, since you’re done eating, I’ll take out the empty bowl. Sleep early!” She stood up frankly and prepared to leave.
Naturally, Nicole did not notice Eric’s cold, stern eyes that had a hint of grievance which soon dissipated. Everything seemed to be within reach, but Eric still could not catch her. “Nicole…”
His voice was raspy and weak. Nicole paused and looked at him. “Yes?” “Why did you post that photo?” Eric’s lips were pressed into a straight line. His eyes were as dark as ink.
were Huge waves of emotions were hidden in those eyes. He was waiting for an answer, yet he was afraid of it. Nicole curled her lips and flipped her hair back.
Her smile deepened. “Because he’s my new love…” Nicole wanted to use this as an excuse to make Eric give up on her. For a moment, Eric’s face turned even whiter. The pain in his eyes was undisguised. He was devastated.
He felt like a huge rock was pressing on his chest. It was suffocating. The corners of his eyes
instantly turned red as he desperately tried to conceal the sorrow and grief inside. His fists clenched up tightly, but he had no strength. He did not even know what else he could d 0. Nicole was free to do as she pleased.
He was the one who gave her that freedom. He made his bed so now he has to lie in it o c was the one who ga her that freedom. He made his bed, so now he has to lie in it.
It felt bitter and hopeless. The room was deadly quiet. e o Nicole looked at him and said in a light voice, “We’ll each have this day. There will be new people in each of our lives, so Mr. Ferguson, you should be mentally prepared.” Prepared to accept this new life
. After that, Nicole left the room without another word. As soon as she closed the door, she looked to the side and suddenly saw her “new love” standing across from her.
It seemed like he had been standing there for quite a long time. Then he must have heard her words just now… Nicole’s gaze changed slightly. She immediately felt guilty. There was such a delicate atmosphere between them that was indescribable. Clayton took the initiative to
speak. His Clayton took the initiative to speak. His voice was calm and warm. “I came to say goodbye to Mr. Ferguson because I’m leaving in advance. Since you’re inside, I thought I’d wait here for a while…” O Nicole wanted to pretend that nothing happened, but it was too difficult. She bit her lower lip and gave him an awkward smile.
“I’m really sorry for the trouble… I’ve deleted that photo and what I said just now is just…” Just a random excuse…’ 0000 Clayton said, “It’s okay. I’m happy to help.” His tone was light and different from his usual coldness. “Huh?” Nicole was surprised and wondered if she had misheard.
Clayton met her gaze with a frank smile. His nobility and modesty were mysterious and deadly attractive. and deadly attractive “If this can get you out of unwanted entanglement, I’m very happy to help. After all, you’re Michael’s, pretty lady.” Clayton implied that he did not mind being associated with Nicole in the scandal because she saved Michael’s life.
Nicole was stunned for a moment. She was relieved to hear this. The little doubt i n her heart dissipated. ‘Turns out he can already tell why I did this…” Nicole looked a little more relaxed and chuckled. “Thanks for not blaming me. “Of course not. If you need me, I can always play along with your act.” Clayton’s serious face made it seem like he was not joking
