Chapter 1549

Nicola remained silent as she tried to pull her hand free from Charles' grip. Although injured, he was still stronger. She stopped struggling since she feared reopening his wounds. "Nicola, I know I've made unforgivable mistakes, but I'll spend my whole life making it up to you. I'd even give you my life. Will you just give me one last chance?" Charles begged. Nicola fought to stay composed. But his words about giving her his life, combined with the terrifying scene by the lake, made her tremble a little. "Mr. Gibson, don't say things like that. I want you to live. It's your own life, and I don't want it!" She turned away, afraid that looking at him would weaken her determination. "Things between us had ended two years ago at that absurd wedding. I'm happy with my life now. You should live yours, so stop dwelling on the past. We need to move forward. "Mr. Gibson, I'm grateful that you saved me tonight and got hurt protecting me, but that's all. I don't love you anymore." "Nicol