Chapter 809

Barney felt a pang in his chest and interrupted Angela in a low voice.

"You have parents, and you have a son. If you die, they'll be devastated."

"What about you?" Angela suddenly looked up. The tears shimmering in her eyes softened his resolve at once. His Adam's apple shifted slightly.

"I'd be devastated too. So I don't need you to sacrifice your life for me." Angela shook her head.

"Don't try to comfort me. I know I've brought you nothing but terrible experiences. Don't worry, I won't trouble you again."

do?" Seeing her

Angela said nothing. She lowered her head, tears falling in quiet streams. The sight of her vulnerability was almost unbearable. Barney's emotions twisted into a tangled mess. His feelings toward her

and fragility she carried clung to his heart like a potent poison, making it impossible for him to simply

again. I'm not lying-if something happens to you, I'll be heartbroken." Barney stood and moved to sit on the edge of her bed. His voice softened once more. He even picked up a tissue and gently

Promise me you'll

already decide to give up on me?"

lightly pinched her cheek.

to calm down. I'm confused too at this

cold to me, okay?" Seeing her helpless expression stirred a protective instinct deep

obligation, all he could do for now

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