Chapter 1123

Nicola's long lashes quivered slightly at the mention of her going home with Charles, and her eyes became teary. "Nicola, I'll give you a home and protect you forever so no one can hurt you again." Those were his words to her once, and she genuinely believed them. She had never doubted that he would give her a warm home, a safe sanctuary where she could finally rest. However, his scheme had crushed all of her trust and dreams. The tenderness, kindness, and warmth that once made her heart skip was all a lie. He had set up a trap for her step by step, and she foolishly fell into it. Ultimately, she lost her child and nearly her life. Nicola struggled to lift her eyelids as the tears in her eyes gradually dissipated. The brief recollections and regrets that had crossed her mind now felt like an unrealistic dream. When she stared at Charles now, her expression was only filled with cold unfamiliarity. "Sir, please let go of me. My house is right ahead. My husband would be upset if he