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The weight of the choice pressed down on her, and she ruly had no idea how to answer.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent could see Vanessa\u2019s internal struggle. He gently upped her cheek and said softly, \u201cBut it seems like Mom might not need us in her life anymore.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa caught the implication immediately and asked harply, \u201cDad, are you and Mom getting a divorce?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
The question took Vincent by surprise. He hesitated for moment before responding, \u201cNo, I would never let you lose your mother.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Hearing this reassurance, Vanessa finally relaxed. She slipped off the couch and wrapped her arms tightly around Vincent\u2019s neck. \u201cDad, I want Mom to love me, and I want Sabrina to love me too. And I want you to always love me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent\u2019s heart softened completely. He leaned forward gently touching his forehead to hers. \u201cYes, Dad will always love you. And so will Sabrina.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vanessa pressed further, \u201cWhat about Mom?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Vincent offered a faint smile and gently tweaked her earlobe. \u201cDad will make sure Mom never stops loving you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Overwhelmed with relief and happiness, Vanessa began spinning around the room, twirling with joyful\u00a0<\/p>\n
abandon.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Watching Vanessa\u2019s unbridled happiness, Vincent felt a quiet resolve solidify within him. No matter what challenges lay ahead, his marriage to Scarlett would continue. For Vanessa\u2019s sake, they would find a way.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Whatever issues existed between him and Scarlett, Vanessa was their shared priority. He simply wanted her to be happy and secure.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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The next day, Scarlett finished her morning shift and headed to a nearby restaurant known for its spicy\u00a0<\/p>\n
cuisine.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had grown accustomed to solitude, often doing things alone.\u00a0<\/p>\n
As she entered, a server greeted her promptly. \u201cWelcom, Miss. Dining alone today?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett nodded. \u201cCould I get a table by the window, please?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Her eyes scanned the window seats, and just then, she saw the hospital director rising from one of them.\u00a0<\/p>\n
There was another person at the table, and even from behind, Scarlett instantly recognized him\u2014it was Nolan.\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had no idea what they had been discussing, but as the director departed, his expression remained grim, devoid of any trace of a smile.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett didn\u2019t call out to the director. She stayed discreetly out of sight, waiting until he had left before indicating Nolan\u2019s table to the server. \u201cI\u2019ll sit there, pleas\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She walked over and settled into the seat opposite Nolan\u00a0<\/p>\n
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He seemed lost in thought, and a sharp pang of guilt shot through Scarlett. She asked softly, \u201cWhat\u2019s on your mind?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan snapped out of his reverie and looked up, surprised to see Scarlett seated across from him. A weary smile touched his lips. \u201cWhat brings you here?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Seeing him still able to smile at her made Scarlett feel even worse. She lowered her gaze and explained quietly, \u201cI saw you sitting here and thought I\u2019d join you.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan slid the menu toward her. \u201cOrder whatever you\u2019d like. It\u2019s on me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett accepted the menu but made no move to opent. She studied Nolan\u2019s face for a long moment before finally asking, \u201cSo, what are your plans now?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan knew Scarlett was still troubled by the recent events. He shrugged, attempting a casual tone. \u201cNo concrete plans. I suppose I\u2019ll treat it as an unexpected vacation.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s gaze fixed on him, her eyes filled with a complex mix of emotions.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan forced another smile. \u201cScarlett, really, it\u2019s fine.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Her heart ached. If it were truly fine, why had he sought another meeting with the director?\u00a0<\/p>\n
She knew Nolan was trying to shield her from worry, bearing the burden alone.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Even now, in the midst of his own troubles, he was still utting her feelings first.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett\u2019s eyes grew moist as she looked at him, her voice thick with remorse. \u201cI\u2019m so sorry.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
This entire situation had unfolded because of her. She had let Nolan down.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan looked genuinely puzzled and let out a soft laugh \u201cWhy are you apologizing to me?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett lifted her face, her eyes now visibly red-rimmed. \u201cI bring bad luck. You should keep your distance from me.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She was certain that if Nolan hadn\u2019t reconnected with her, none of this would have happened.\u00a0<\/p>\n
He had worked tirelessly for years, finally building a stable career, only for Vincent to dismantle it with a few well-placed words.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett understood the immense effort required to build a medical career, yet against Vincent\u2019s influence, she felt utterly powerless.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan\u2019s brow furrowed, a flicker of frustration crossing is features at her words. But Scarlett didn\u2019t care if he was angry. She placed a bank card on the table between them. \u201cThere\u2019s no password. I\u2019m sorry. After 1 walk out that door today, let\u2019s not see each other again.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
She had no idea how far Vincent might go, but she believed it was safer for Nolan if they severed ties.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Leaving the card on the table, Scarlett stood and hurric out of the restaurant, almost breaking into a run.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Nolan sat frozen for a moment, stunned by her abrupt departure. By the time he gathered his wits to chase after her, Scarlett had already vanished.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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Scarlett ducked into another restaurant nearby. She was afraid Nolan would follow her, afraid he would refuse to accept the card.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was the only thing she could think to do.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Just then, a voice laced with surprise called out, \u201cScarlet\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett turned and saw Daniel, impeccably dressed in a suit, observing her with a faint, knowing smile.\u00a0<\/p>\n
But the smile in his eyes was sharp and calculating, cutting like a knife.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Scarlett met his gaze, her breath still slightly uneven from her haste, but she remained silent, her expression hardening.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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