Chapter 426

Inside the ward, Nicole lay back, wondering what urgent matter could have pulled Jacob away so suddenly. Drained from the day's events, Nicole soon drifted off to sleep. A soft sound at the door roused her, but she remained still, not speaking. If it were Jacob, he would turn on the lights and ask how she was feeling. However, if it was not... "I know you're awake, Nicole, you little liar!" Griffin's icy voice sent a chill down her spine. When she did not respond, his anger flared. He roughly turned her to face him, his dark eyes glinting in the blue glow of the street lights outside. Nicole steeled herself and coldly asked, "What are you doing here?" "Coco, can't you see how much I like you?" Griffin pleaded. Nicole remained silent, watching him ramble. "No matter what happened between us before, my heart has only been yours! Why won't you even look at me? Say something!" As he spoke, Griffin tightened his grip around Nicole's arm. Even though it hurt, Nicole met his gaze def