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Chapter 149 He Gave In

Nathaniel looked up and asked, “Why did she come by?”

Cecelia handed Nathaniel the blank check that Elena had given her. “She gave me this and wanted me to leave you.”

Nathaniel stared at the check. “You agreed?”

All Cecelia needed to do was fill in an amount on the check, and she could instantly repay her debts.

“No, I won’t take the money. We had an agreement,” Cecelia replied, shaking her head. If I leave now, how could I possibly give birth to the triplets? I won’t be able to save Eli if I do.

Cecelia handed him the check. “Here. Take it back.”

Nathaniel took the check, briefly glanced at it, and tossed it into the trash bin. He then looked back at Cecelia, whose face was showing signs of an allergic reaction. His gaze was deep and thoughtful. “You made the right choice. Even if you had filled in an amount on this check, I wouldn’t have cashed it for you.”

He was determined not to give her any impression that she could leave him.

Upon hearing these words, Cecelia clenched her fists.

After using a warm handkerchief to wipe his hands, Nathaniel stood in front of her.

Before she could react, he reached out and pointed to the red spots on her neck.

The red spots were still there.

“Have you applied the medicine?” His unpredictable nature, shifting between indifferent and caring, made Cecelia feel quite uneasy.

She stepped away from him and replied, “Yes.”

The man noticed her subtle movements. Just as Nathaniel was about to insist on moving closer to her, the doorbell rang at the entrance. Who could possibly be visiting at this hour?

The unusual atmosphere in the living room prompted Cecelia to immediately stand. up.

the door.”

Dodging past Nathaniel, she quickly made her way to the door and swung it open.

“I’ll get

In the gentle breeze of a midsummer’s night, Stella stood at the doorway, clad in a light–colored slip dress. Her eyes, brimming with unshed tears, could easily evoke a sense of pity in anyone who witnessed them.

The moment she realized it was Cecelia who had opened the door, her gaze shifted slightly. Then, in a gentle voice, she said, “I’m looking for Nathaniel.”

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Chapter 149 He Gave In

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It was easy to see how both Nathaniel and Zachary could be captivated by the charm of a beauty with such a wistful allure.

When Cecelia shifted her gaze away and looked back, Nathaniel had already walked over.

The moment Stella saw him, a wave of emotion washed over her, causing tears to fall uncontrollably. “Nathaniel.”

Nathaniel knitted his brows, puzzled as to why she would come here at this hour.

Unmindful of her surroundings, Stella walked straight up to Nathaniel, tears streaming down her cheeks. “Nathaniel, that guy came back shortly after you left…”

She spoke, lifting her arm to reveal a canvas of bruises. “He wanted to take me away, refused. So, he tried to drag me to jump off the building. I was so scared…”

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“Where’s the bodyguard: Nathaniel said, pulling out his phone, ready to call him and demand an explanation.

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Stella quickly clarified. “I was about to go to bed and had no idea he would sne window. The bodyguards at the door didn’t even notice him.”

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Nathaniel looked at the bruises on her arm and felt somewhat frustrated. “I’ll get someone to you to the hospital.”

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Stella hastily shook her head. “Nathaniel. I don’t want to go to the hospital. I can’t go anywhere. Please let me stay here, just for tonight. I don’t want him to come after me again.”

Listening from the sidelines. Cecelia quickly grasped the situation–it seemed a stalker was targeting Stella.

“I’ll arrange a hotel for you.” Nathaniel suggested.

When he was about to make a call, Stella suddenly grabbed his hand. “Nathaniel, you promised me you’d give me anything I ask for. We’re not married yet, and I want to stay here, just for one day. Please, I’m scared…

Tears streamed down her cheeks.

Nathaniel had always refused to cross his boundaries for the sake of others.

Yet, that day, he gave in. “All right.”

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