Chapter 114

All of a sudden, they were reminded of how Nathan often spaced out and smiled gently, unlike his usual serious self. That was before he was taken away by those people. Someone had gathered the courage to ask him, "Mr. Griffin, why are you in such a great mood? Has anything good happened lately?" Gentle and abashed but looking in love, he replied, "Oh, it hasn't happened yet. I just hope she'd say yes." "Mr. Griffin, you're such a nice man. No one will turn down your request, whatever it is." His soft smile could charm anyone. "Thanks for the kind words. I hope so." Was the proposal the reason Nathan had been spacing out and smiling? The staff at his office seemed conflicted. They showered Ashley with looks of pity. Her eyes were red. She stared vacantly at the ceiling. Elara helped her up and took that book away. This time, no one stopped the two ladies from leaving. Instead, they split and gave way to Elara and Ashley in silence. After they left the office, Elara asked Ashley