The more Mila thought about it, the worse she felt. Her gaze shifted
toward Fenna, who was behind Nathan.She thought that Fenna must be gloating now. She must enjoy seeing
them in such an unpleasant situation.Mila felt so wronged that her eyes welled up with tears. She knew her
faults and where she went wrong.But she just wanted Nathan to unconditionally support her and stand by
her side instead of supporting his friend. She wanted to be this man’s
favorite, not just someone he simply liked.The more Mila thought about it, the worse she felt. Tears shimmered in
her eyes.She pretended indifference as she said, “Yes, I’m just that fickle. You
got hurt because of me, and I took care of you for days. Now that
you’ve recovered, I’ve fulfilled my responsibility.””Responsibility?” Nathan murmured, his voice trembling slightly.He smiled sorrowfully as he continued, “Responsibility… You’re only
responsible for the injuries I suffered?” ᴛʜɪs ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ ɪs ᴜᴘᴅᴀᴛᴇ ʙʏ Findɴovel.ɴetMila bit her lower lip stoically. She looked down as she didn’t dare to
look at him.She knew how he felt and knew that hearing these words would hurt
him, yet she couldn’t help but say them. She immediately regretted
saying those words to hurt him.Nathan took a deep breath as his eyes reddened. He held onto her arm
tightly because he was afraid that she might leave if he let go.Trying to compromise, he said in a gentle tone, “”Chubs, my injury
hasn’t fully healed yet, so you haven’t fulfilled your responsibility.
“How long do you want to stay out? I’ll stay with you, but when you’ve
had enough, I’ll take you home.”Upon hearing this, Mila’s heart completely softened. Despite the
grievances she endured from Fenna, even if he didn’t defend her, she
didn’t want to argue anymore.Watching Nathan trying to compromise, Fenna suddenly became
furious. She rushed over to question him, “Nate, why are you lowering
yourself? Can’t you think more clearly?”Fenna’s interference caused Mila’s recently softened heart to harden
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She ignored Fenna, focusing her gaze on Nathan. “Nate, do you think
it’s appropriate for an outsider to interfere in our matters?” she asked.
Nathan was about to respond, but Fenna’s annoyance was evident as
her voice rose several decibels. She angrily said, “I’m Nate’s best
friend, and I can’t stand seeing you hurt him like this. What’s wrong?
You toy with him and won’t let me say anything?”Mila was unable to restrain herself any longer. She threw aside her
manners as she angrily retorted, “How am I toying with him?”Fenna was angry, hands on her hips. She angrily replied, “He had
doctors, nurses, friends, and maids to take care of him when he was
injured. You don’t have to pretend to look after him for a few days.
“Besides, why did you kiss him if you don’t like him? If this isn’t toying
with him, then what is it? Your behavior is truly disgraceful.”Fenna berated Mila until she cried. She clenched her fists tightly as she
was unable to refute Fenna’s words.FindNovel.netHer eyes were bloodshot, and she gazed at Nathan with teary eyes.
She never expected to be insulted by Fenna so badly.There were only a few pedestrians on the street.As night fell, the soft glow of the lights intertwined with the dusk, and it
draped a touch of sorrow over Mila.She bit her lip to hold back tears. Her chin trembled as she looked at
Nathan with watery eyes. She just hoped that he would help her.
There was a lump in her throat as she asked, “Nate, do you also think
the same?”Nathan gazed at her deeply, but he remained silent.Mila took a deep breath. She suppressed her sadness and asked
again, “Do you also think I’ve been toying with you?”Nathan reached out to her and gently took her hand. “Then, give me a
proper status,” he said.Mila’s heart completely sank at his response. Not only did he not help
her, but he also sided with Fenna and saw things from that woman’s
perspective.
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