Chapter 82

Dorian's heart felt as if it had been pierced by Lila's indifference. A deep panic from the fear of losing something irreplaceable overwhelmed him. He fumbled and wiped his trembling hands on his pants before pulling out the shattered charm from his pocket. It was broken into pieces. Dorian's eyes flickered. His expression was like a child caught doing something wrong, and he said with uncertainty, "I know… I know you're disappointed in me, but I've never wanted to break up with you. It doesn't matter that the charm is shattered. Let's get a new one, okay?" His voice was low as if holding back an overwhelming depth of emotion. He was clearly trying to contain his desperation so that he wouldn't frighten her. When he noticed her frowning, he hurriedly explained in an anxious tone, "I-I'm not telling you to go up Mount Shasta again. I'll do it. Let me do it, alright?" He raised his left wrist. "Look, I even got a new sandalwood bracelet." Lila's gaze fell on the plain, simple bra