Chapter 3260

As Nicole was surrounded by her family's joyful faces, her eyes brimmed with happiness. She thought to herself, 'This is how a peaceful and beautiful life should be. I will strive to maintain it.' **** Patricia had just gotten back to her apartment when she found Ellar waiting for her, which surprised her. "Why are you here?" she asked. "Just waiting for you," Ellar said, like it was totally normal. Patricia looked puzzled. "Is there a problem?" "Yes," Ellar nodded seriously. "We need to talk about something." Patricia couldn't explain why, but she suddenly felt nervous. She bit her lip and asked, "What's up?" Ellar's serious tone made her heart beat faster, filled with both excitement and worry. "Let's go inside," Ellar suggested, taking Patricia's hand and leading her confidently into the apartment. Patricia was shocked. "How did you get keys to my place?" "I borrowed them from my brother-in-law," Ellar said confidently. "Brother-in-law?" Patricia was confused for a secon