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    As the passion subsided, M gradually returned to her senses, her gaze shifting to the ceiling as she slowly released her arms from around Nathan''s neck, feeling a whirlwind of emotions.


    Nathan tenderly caressed her hair and softly kissed her earlobe, his voice husky, almost pleading, "Wanda, I''ll give you everything you desire. I''ll ensure a bright future for us. I''ll devote myself entirely to loving you. Will you marry me?"


    A sharp pang shot through M''s heart, tears welling up in her eyes, turning them red. She tightly clenched her fists, struggling to contain her emotions.


    If she was still suffering from amnesia and heard these words, she''d undoubtedly be moved, eagerly nodding in agreement.


    But she wasn''t Wanda; she was M. She couldn''t afford to be entangled with the leader of the Norvanian military


    "I''m sorry, Nate." M''s voice quivered, tears blurring her sight. "I can''t ept your proposal." Nathan''s eyes closed in anguish as he pressed his face against her neck, his voice filled with profound sadness as he asked, "Is it because you don''t love me, or because you can''t?" Mille''s heart clenched with pain. She knew that if she professed her love for him but insisted they couldn''t be together, Nathan wouldn''t simply ept her words.


    He would dig deeper, demanding answers. Then he would eventually uncover her true identity.


    With tears streaming down her cheeks, M closed her eyes, maintaining aposed facade. "I don''t love you, and we can''t be together."


    Nathan''s body tensed, ovee by agony that pierced his heart. He managed a bitter smile, his eyes turning red with emotion.


    The ache in his heart surpassed any physical longing, consuming him with agony and torment. Slowly, he pulled away from M''s embrace.C0pyright ? 2024 N?v)(elDrama.Org.


    M reached out, wrapping her arms around Nathan''s neck as she peered into his eyes, now tinged with red, brimming with sorrow and mncholy that pierced her heart.


    Her voice trembled as she uttered, "Nate, I''m willing.


    With a hand steadying himself against the bed, Nathan gently lowered M''s hand with the other, observing her from above. "Willing to do what?" he inquired.


    "I''m willing to sleep with you," she confessed without a trace of embarrassment. Seeing Nathan''s pained expression, M''s own heart ached in sympathy.


    Nathan narrowed his moist, reddened eyes, managing a forced smile as he gently tousled her hair. "Don''t be silly,'' he said before stepping into the bathroom.


    As the warmth faded from her body, M felt a dull ache in her heart.


    She remained still on the bed, tears silently streaming down her cheeks, trailing onto her earlobes.


    Nathan had intended to propose before taking things further.


    Despite his desires, he didn''t want to hurt her after being rejected. If he couldn''t win her heart, he refused to take her innocence.


    The mere thought of it intensified M''s anguish, leaving her breathless with unbearable pain. Wiping away her tears, she rose slowly, feeling her heartache intensify with each passing moment. She couldn''t bear to witness Nathan''s pain any longer.


    Reflecting on the past, M regretted not realizing Nathan''s feelings for her ten years ago. Upon leaving the country, she purposely distanced herself from him, never considering the hurt he might have felt. Cutting off all contact, she unknowingly caused him years of sorrow. M was determined not to repeat past mistakes, nor did she want to give Nathan false hope only to hurt him again.


    The next time she left Norvania, it might be for five years, or perhaps even indefinitely.


    Leaving Nathan''s room, M felt a sense of sadness enveloping her.


    She had no clue about the anguish Nathan was enduring that day. Whether it was physical or emotional, he was suffering relentlessly.


    The following day, Nathan appeared to be back to normal.


    Despite the rejection, Nathan continued to be as gentle and respectful toward M, holding no grudges.


    He didn''t pursue her in a typical manner, with jewelry, luxurious cars, grand estates, flowers, or sweet words, nor did he n extravagant romantic gestures.


    Instead, Nathan showed his love through respect and freedom, willing to fulfill any of M''s desires without imposing anything on her.


    His love was profound, yet veiled in restraint.


    While M''s feelings were evident, her identity prevented her from reciprocating. She couldn''t bring herself to expect Nathan to wait unconditionally for another five years.


    If anything were to hinder her retum to Norvania within that time frame, she would feel indebted to him for the rest of her life.


    Several days had passed.


    While M was still anxious about Sally targeting Nathan once more, Phoebe delivered some troubling news.


    "M, Sally is getting married."