Love On Ice: Don’t Leave Me, My Charming Liar

Chapter 123: Her faith had once convinced her of Ethan's difference, his disregard for societal whispers. Repeated heartbreaks, however, had eroded her trust, revealing a harsh truth that he was no different from anyone else. She realized bitterly that her beliefs had been mere illusions. With a resigned smile, she muttered to herself, "So, this is the truth." Ethan's discomfort grew as he watched her. With a troubled expression, he clumsily said, "Stay by my side, and I'll ensure your safety." Nyla looked up, her face etched with a melancholic determination.

"And what if Callie is not the angel you think? Suppose she's involved with someone else? Would you proceed with the marriage?" Ethan, meeting her challenging gaze, felt that even a slight nod might break her spirit. Ethan had often felt a gentle compassion for Nyla; however, today's sensations harbored a sterner edge. Rather, they served as a stern admonition, urging him to remain true to his real thoughts. Yet, he knew he couldn't cancel his upcoming engagement with Callie. This was a necessary step in the grand scheme of things. He got to his feet and tactfully shifted the focus.

"Stay here tonight to calm down; I'll take the guest room." Nyla sat up sharply, her tear-stained eyes piercing him with an intense gaze. "I'm already calm," she asserted fiercely. "You must stop using my feelings to hurt me further, Ethan. I'm capable of feeling pain too, and if you push me again, I will indeed leave." Disregarding Nyla's words, Ethan proceeded to the study. Throughout the night, Nyla remained awake in her room, wrestling with thoughts that seemed hopeless until dawn. gα ℓ ησ ν s․com has it all Gradually, a silence grew between them.

With her suspension in effect, Nyla found herself spending more time at the studio than ever before. Although she had previously loathed her workdays, she now found solace in the daily routine of the studio. With a burst of laughter, Nyla said, "Ah, the wheel of fate does turn!" Suddenly, a series of loud knocks interrupted her reverie. Startled by the noise, Nyla turned to see Candy at the door, her hand instinctively going to her heart as she exhaled in relief. "You almost gave me a heart attack!" she exclaimed.

Candy responded with a grave tone, "Your outburst had us all thinking the ground was shaking." Chuckling nervously, Nyla touched her nose and whispered, "Was it really that bad?" Candy shifted the topic, saying, "A Miss Higgins is here to see you." The name Higgins wasn't common in Ulares, and Nyla could only associate it with Callie. . . .