The Wrong Woman

Chapter 429

Mila’s heart raced as she waited for the call to go through. She was so nervous that her stomach felt queasy. Her breathing grew erratic. Finally, the phone connected.

“Hello,” Nathan said. His voice was captivating but noticeably lacking its usual energy. It

was as if he had lost his spirit.

Mila was flooded with pent-up emotions the moment she heard his voice. She struggled to hold back tears while covering her mouth. Despite her efforts, tears streamed down her face. and pooled in her palm.

She wanted to talk, but her throat felt like it was on fire. She couldn't utter a word. She was afraid that she would burst into tears if she moved her hand away from her mouth.

She wasn't the type to take risks for love. Instead, she was usually level-headed and focused on her career. She never thought she could feel so fragile.

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Yet, there was only silence even though he had waited for what felt like an eternity. He asked softly, Wanda, are you there? Can you talk

as she tried to suppress the overwhelming flood of feelings that threatened to consume her. Tears streamed

light-hearted comment. “You're still able to call, so you must still be in Norvania. Want to do a video

buckled beneath her, and she sank to the ground, curling up into a ball and clutching her knees tightly. Fearful that Nathan might end the call, she took a deep breath, sniffled, and tearfully said, “Nate, this will

you on TV sometime down the road. And who knows? Maybe you'll come up with even better weapons and win that Genesis Award who knows? Maybe you'll come

head and

dreams.”

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scolded, “Nate, can't you stop being so nice to me? Can't you be a little selfish? You're breaking my heart.” Nathan forced a smile. “Being selfish would only make things worse for you. Do you truly want

conflicted and shook

sure.”

I'm tougher than you realize, and I've been in love with you all along, even if you haven't felt the same. So, don’t worry too much.” Nathan's voice grew calmer. Mila wiped her tears. She recalled his vow to