Chapter 17 Josephine spent a long time recuperating . Kathryn , feeling guilty for having encouraged Josephine to walk into the lion's den in the first place , took the initiative to stay by her side and take care of her daily needs . Kathryn rarely mentioned Nathaniel in front of her , and whenever she did , it was always with a barrage of sharp and biting insults . Because of what happened with Nathaniel , she developed an aversion to handsome men , often declaring that good - looking guys were never any good . With Kathryn's companionship , Josephine gradually emerged from the shadows . At the beginning of April , she packed her luggage , preparing to return to the UK with Kathryn to continue her studies . Edward accompanied her to the airport , reluctantly reminding her to take good care of herself . Just as the two were about to go through security , a figure suddenly appeared in their line of sight . Nathaniel , dressed in a loose hospital gown , staggered desperately toward her , paying no heed to anything else . Kathryn quickly shielded Josephine behind her and shouted angrily , " Scumbag , why aren't you dead yet ! " Nathaniel seemed not to hear her . His gaze passed over Kathryn and landed on Josephine , pleading bitterly : 15.31 0 Chapter 17 2 touches " Josephine , please don't go , okay ? As long as you stay , I'm willing to give you everything I have ! " Josephine had never seen Nathaniel like this before . He was humble and haggard , as if all his strength had been drained from him . She remained silent for a long time . Under Kathryn's worried gaze , she squeezed her arm and walked straight up to Nathaniel . " Josie ... " Nathaniel reached out to her , but she coldly avoided his touch . Looking into Nathaniel's eyes filled with despair , she spoke softly : " Do you know , I once loved you with all my heart , without holding anything back . " " Do you remember when I was bullied , you stood up for me , me , like a ray of light shining into my dark world ? At that moment , I believed you were my salvation , the one I could entrust my life to . " " Every moment I spent with you was a treasure to me . Even after I learned you had ulterior motives , I still deceived myself , hoping that maybe you had once truly cared for me . " " But in the end , you still resolutely pushed me into an abyss from which I could never return . " " Nathaniel , I gave you chances , more than once . " " Now , your chances are gone , and my love for you no longer exists . " After speaking , Josephine turned and walked back to Kathryn , leaving Nathaniel with nothing but the sight of her determined back as she walked away , growing more and more distant . Nathaniel stared fixedly at the figure receding into the distance . Chapter 17 It wasn't until Josephine had completely disappeared that he could no longer hold on , a metallic taste rising in his throat . Before he could swallow , blood spurted from his mouth , staining the ground in front of him red . Nathaniel's body swayed , and he collapsed with a crash . 28 Vouchers After returning to the UK , Josephine quickly integrated into campus life . She joined several clubs that interested her , made new friends , and also attracted quite a few admirers . The one who left the deepest impression on her was a boy named Royston Wheatley . Unlike the other boys who were outgoing and enthusiastic , he was extremely shy , and every time he spoke to her , his ears would turn bright red . Because of this , he never crossed any boundaries and always maintained a comfortable distance with her . Kathryn once thought about setting them up , but Josephine refused outright . It was simply because her previous heartbreak had left her emotionally exhausted ; she neither had the courage nor the energy to start a new relationship . It wasn't until winter arrived that the school organized a trip to see the aurora on a snowy night . Royston mustered up his courage and approached Josephine , asking if she would like to be in the same group with him . 15.31 0 Chapter 17 Encouraged by Kathryn , Josephine agreed . 12BR ( Vouchers Royston was overjoyed , and his already clear eyes instantly sparkled like the stars . He instinctively reached out to take Josephine's hand , but stopped halfway , awkwardly scratching his head and stammering , " I ... I'll take good care of you . " Josephine smiled . She thought that even if they couldn't be a couple , it would still be nice to be friends with such an adorable boy . 15:31