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Jarrod knew Nicole was telling the truth. Only he decided to overlook it, all because he was trying to fool himself.

Because he lacked the courage to face it head on!

Now, Nicole had shattered his illusion, leaving him unable to deny the truth anymore. Thus, the darkness and evil of sinners were exposed. Jarrod couldn't fool himself anymore!

«Jarrod Schultz! Do you really think we're at peace now? How absurd! »

Nicole scoffed. «Do you think you deserve forgiveness? Your place is in Helt!

Nicole's words hit Jarrod like a physical blow. His face was empty of expression, his soul seemed lost, standing there like a lifeless shell.

Jarrod was in deep despair.

But was this enough to punish Jarrod? Of course not. Nicole's goal wasn't simply to see him heartbroken over his previous mistreatment of her. Nicole was determined to make Jarrod endure all the suffering she had experienced. I thought that bastard deserved it.

Tossing her hair back, Nicole said coquettishly, “Mr. Schultz, I have other matters to attend to, so I won't stay here. Bye bye".

Jarrod, still in shock, snapped out of it when he noticed Nicole leaving. "Don't go, Nicole."

As soon as he spoke, his voice became harsh and the words were barely coming out.

Nicole looked back at him with an icy smile. "Honestly, I think it's better that we don't cross paths again."

"No, please, don't go..." Jarrod's heart sank as he looked into Nicole's disdainful eyes. His mind went blank, unable to say another word. His heart seemed to be being attacked by a swarm of ants, causing him such immense pain that he couldn't help but clutch his chest in agony. He would prefer Nicole to call him Jarrod instead of using the formal Mr. Schultz.

Please, Nicole... don't go... Jarrod's eyes were bloodshot, filled with a desperation that seemed ready to burst.

«Nicole, not a day has passed in these five years that you were not in my thoughts. I've held you close to my heart every night. If you hadn't shown up the other night, I wouldn't have known if you were still out there.

Nicole quickly understood the meaning of Jarrod's words. Suddenly, he felt a wave of revulsion. No rational soul would share a bed with a lifeless body for five years. Jarrod had clearly lost his mind. His unconventional way of mourning left no doubt about his eccentricity.

“Nicole!” Jarrod grabbed her arm desperately. His eyes were filled with longing and urgency. «Please give me another chance to make things right. I won't hurt you again. I'll treat you well, okay?

At that, Nicole's beautiful face twisted in revulsion and she vehemently resisted his touch. He removed his arm from Jarrod's grasp, stepped back, and asked, "Mr. Schultz, are you asking me for another chance?"

Hearing Nicole's words, Jarrod tightened his grip on Nicole's wrist, his eyes reflecting a gleam of hope.

«Nicole, I understand that it is difficult for you to believe me, but I sincerely regret everything. From the moment you disappeared from my life, regret has consumed me. In the face of my supposed hatred, I have realized that I never stopped loving you,” Jarrod confessed, with tears falling down his face.

For Jarrod, the last refuge to justify his mistakes had been his supposed hatred.

However, reality had dealt him a hard blow. Their supposed hatred was built on a foundation of lies. This made him seem like a joke.

Nicole couldn't take it anymore. How could Jarrod claim to love her after wreaking havoc on her life? That was so absurd! Jarrod tarnished his reputation, sabotaged his career, and led to his father's death and his mother's hospitalization.

Jarrod had orchestrated a series of malicious actions that turned their world upside down. Now, he had the nerve to declare that he had never stopped loving her. Nicole desperately wanted to ask Jarrod how he could be so shameless.

Nicole struggled to contain the seething resentment she carried inside and responded in a measured tone: "Mr. Schultz, if you continue to insist, perhaps there is a small chance of redemption."

Jarrod couldn't help but feel a wave of happiness, which left him momentarily speechless.

However, their happiness was short-lived.

The next moment, Nicole pointed to the entrance of the exhibition center and said with a sly smile: “Do you see that, Mr. Schultz? If you're willing to kneel in the flashiest spot in the exhibition center until I'm satisfied, I might consider giving it another chance. What do you think?

Jarrod looked in the direction Nicole had pointed, where the exhibition center landmark was located. That road served as the main entrance for people attending the main events, auctions and press conferences at the fairgrounds.

Even a momentary presence there would launch his name into the headlines, and the impact would be even greater if he knelt until Nicole was satisfied. The potential impact and public reaction to Jarrod was easy to foresee.

Seeing Jarrod's expression, Nicole's gaze became more disdainful. «Mr. Schultz, a moment ago you said you were sorry and loved me very much. But look how cheap his so-called love is.

Walking past Jarrod in her high heels, Nicole radiated confidence.

However, they roughly grabbed her wrist again.

Jarrod looked at Nicole with his piercing eyes and asked, “Are you serious? Will you give me another chance if I fulfill your request?

Maintaining her composure, Nicole responded with a smile, “Mr. Schultz, actions speak louder than words. First you have to prove your sincerity. If not, how can I be sure he is sincere?

It was evident that Nicole had no intention of giving a direct answer. His motives seemed to lean towards publicly humiliating Jarrod, leaving him in a precarious position.

Jarrod let go and walked towards the entrance without saying a word.

Undeterred, Nicole turned around and headed in the opposite direction.

Inside the elevator, two girls were chatting animatedly about a peculiar spectacle that was seen outside.

«Is that guy kneeling by the door an artist? "It looks so elegant."

«I doubt it. I heard he is the CEO of the Schultz Group.

«The CEO? "I have never seen such a handsome CEO."

«But seriously, is he crazy? Why are you kneeling under the scorching sun next to that sculpture?

"Who knows what's going on in his head..."

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