Chapter 24 How Could It Last

Avril opened her mouth, wanting to persuade Ellieanna again, but for a moment, she didn't know what to say. "We might not be suitable for each other after all. How could a relationship that started with transactions and calculations last?" Ellieanna's voice was soft, tinged with self-ridicule. She had eyes to see what Nicholas had done for her. But could their relationship endure based solely on that? Could they spend their lives together? She had carefully considered asking for a divorce some time ago. At that time, she vividly remembered Nicholas's loss of control and rage. But now that she got what she wanted, she didn't feel as relieved as she had expected. Ellieanna lowered her head, blinked her dry eyes, suppressed the inexplicable bitterness in her heart, and signed her name mechanically. Maelle thought of Nicholas still lingering at the police station at this moment. He had been with Nicholas for many years, understanding what kind of person Nicholas was, and the