Let Me Stay The Night

Time stood still, and an intense silence filled the space, signaling the gravity of Christina’s words.

Her statement acted as a definitive red light, bringing their relationship to a halt.

I don’t mind how others criticize or perceive me, but Nathaniel is different. He’s my husband, and I’m his wife. Shouldn’t we be honest with each other and have complete trust? This constant doubt, secrecy, and questioning are draining me. I feel emotionally exhausted.

Nathaniel lifted his head and reached out to take her hand. His voice had softened considerably. “It was my fault for not handling the situation properly. I’ll address it tomorrow, I promise.”

Christina let him wrap his arms around her, her body feeling limp like a broken doll. Her lashes concealed her unfocused eyes. Despite their tight embrace, they felt like strangers in each other’s arms.

After some time, when they got tired of standing, Nathaniel carried Christina into the bedroom.

He held her tightly, feeling the rhythm of her heartbeat against his chest. Breathing in her delicate scent, he found solace as if the entire world had gone silent at that moment.

At dawn, Christina awoke to find herself alone in the apartment.

She rose from the bed and freshened up before getting dressed, ready to find a new location for her office.

Christina opened the door to see Madison standing outside. Before she could say anything, Madison entered her house.

Without hesitation, Christina blocked her path warily. “Let’s talk outside.”

Madison folded her arms and demanded, “Christina, you keep causing Nathaniel pain. When will you put an end to this?”

Did she come all the way here just to say that?

Christina let out an icy snort. “Who are you to intervene in our relationship? Are you a home wrecker?”

Madison must’ve contributed to the scandal, huh?

Madison scowled. “You’ll only harm Nathaniel by staying with him. Can you leave him?”

“Do you

if I leave, I doubt he’ll ever

Nathaniel harbored any romantic feelings for Madison, he wouldn’t have courted Christina

later.

mother died in the building collapse caused by Hadley Corporation, which also left your father crippled. Your families are sworn enemies. Can you really sleep peacefully

with you? Rather than paying attention

19

Al Nu

She hopped into her car and drove out of the underground garage.

slender back, taking in every

Nathaniel sought solace in the bar within his office. Frustration consumed him, causing

his phone to call Christina, but she didn’t pick up despite several

between Nathaniel’s brows as he refilled his glass with

wave of dizziness wash over him, his vision becoming hazy and distorted.

rang out at the door.

a slender young lady dressed in a long white gown. Her long, black hair cascaded down, framing her translucent skin. Is

but the person spun on

“Don’t go, Christina!”

ran after her and finally pulled her into his arms in the corridor. He held her tightly, inhaling her familiar scent as he tightened

doubt you again in the future…” Nathaniel was slurring as he spoke. It was evident that he was drunk. All he knew was

agonizing than when he couldn’t

in Nathaniel’s embrace had a striking resemblance to Christina, from

who had intentionally imitated Christina’s appearance. Initially, she was startled when Nathaniel ran after her, Madison felt a sense of relief

years, and Nathaniel had never touched me. I

a promiscuous woman who doesn’t

her calls went unanswered. She called Sebastian, who informed her that

to stop by and pay him a visit.