Nina felt a bit reassured. "Of course he's a good person."

"I also wish someone could be by your side," Nash said softly.

Nina stiffened and looked up at him. "What do you mean by that?"

Nash gently patted her back. "Just trying to comfort you so you can sleep."

"Is this how you comfort someone? You never used to be like this. Lately, you've been distant with me," she replied.

Her words were striking a chord with Nash, leaving him uncertain whether to keep his distance or come closer.

He instinctively tightened his hold on her. "I'm afraid of upsetting you or making you dislike me."

Nina realized she felt a deep sense of loss, despite everyone still being there. It was as if no one was truly by her side. She did not want to lose anyone else.

I do? Am I getting sick again? It feels like something's

and even

and pulled her into his arms. Resting his chin on her head, he said, "I'm still here. I'll always be here. No matter where I am,

wanted to deceive you. I just want

wonder if heaven took pity on me. I just don't

will," Nash answered firmly. "You definitely

at the same time. "I just want everyone I care about to be safe and

until dawn, finally succumbing to sleep

asleep. He gently removed her hand from his waist, tucked her

As he exited,

Lucas called, asking if you still wanted to find that girl. It might help

"No need. I already know the answer." He glanced back at

longer. She was supposed to stay inside for the recovery period, but she was

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