Chapter 48 Avelines movements were a bit unsteady as she stood up . She weakly smiled and said , Since the first moment I laid eyes on him , I fell in love with him . I have loved him for many years … I … cant let go Ryan saw t saw the tears on her face and wanted to wipe them away for her , but he didnt have the right to do so . He could only maintain his posture and silently watch her . Tears slid down Avelines delicate chin as she bitterly smiled , I know Im embarrassing myself like this , but just the thought of having to live and face him marrying another woman , I would be even more miserable than I am now . If life has no meaning , I would rather choose death . I recently read a quote : if its destined that you wont have a future with this person , but you love them deeply , do you choose the process or the result , or do you turn around and walk away ? Aveline self mockingly smiled , If I hadnt met him , I would definitely choose to turn around and walk away . But some people are destined to be together , and I cant escape from that . We made a final agreement : he will accompany me for a month , and after that , we will divorce . At that time . I will go and see the world you mentioned . Ryan watched her as she held her left shoulder with her right hand , taking each step unsteadily . She didnt look back . Senior , Im grateful for everything youve done for me , but someone like me doesnt deserve your kindness . She walked step by step in the cold corridor , while outside , the snowflakes were falling heavily . Her figure grew farther and farther away . Ryan couldnt help but worry , watching her disappear from his sight through the glass window . A bitter smile appeared on his lips . In this state , what was she still holding on to ? Was it worth it ? Ryan felt that she was like a devout pilgrim , searching for a temple that could never be found in the endless desert . When Aveline returned to the Sterling residence , all the lights were on in the spacious villa . She tooked at the warm mansion amidst the wind and snow , feeling a sense of deja vu from three years ago . As she pushed open the door , the warmth of the heating enveloped her . She took off her shoes and walked a few steps , seeing someone busy in the kitchen . Just like before , he had never left . Chapter 48 He was wearing a gray cashmere sweater , with his sleeves rolled up to his elbows , revealing his well defined forearm that exuded masculine beauty . There was a long and striking scar on his left arm . This scar was from three years ago when they had just started dating . They encountered a thug who was holding a sharp knife and was about to stab her . He didnt hesitate to block the attack for her . Alexander was skillfully stirring the pot when someone suddenly hugged him from behind . Aveline buried her head in his back , causing his movements to pause . He casually stirred the food a few more times and turned off the heat . He stood in front of the stove without turning around , his voice low , Where did you go ? I went to the hospital to get my hand stitched up . He knew her personality well . Even if she had a small cut from a knife before , it would still bother her for half a day . She must have fallen hard this time . No matter what Nora said , Alexander was not blind . She wanted to harm Jamie , but she also wanted to save Jamie . He could distinguish that clearly . Thank you for today . Jamie didnt get hurt . After saying that , Alexander skillfully plated the dishes from the pot and served the rice and soup . However , Aveline was frozen in place . She was surprised that this was the first time he had thanked her . But after the surprise , there was an endless sense of desolation . Thank you meant keeping a distance . She really wanted to tell him , Alexander , I got my hand stitched up and it hurts , it hurts so much . Can you blow on it for me ? Looking at his tall figure , Avelines countless words turned into a low murmur at the corner of her lips , Whats there to be thankful for ? I hate that brat to the core . I wish he would get hurt more than anyone else . I only twisted my foot and fell while catching him . Five-year-old Annie, who can understand animals, saved Landon Hawthorne, a wealthy businessman, from suicide. Now she's his whole world and he's her legal cheat-code against every villain fate throws ...