âBella, is there something wrong?â Christopher asked with genuine
concern as he noticed the change in Bellaâs expression.
âI distinctly remember that I have never blocked Justinâs number. Why is he on my blocked list? Bellaâs
sharp gaze slowly shifted to
Christopherâs innocent face.
âBella..â
âDid you do it?â Bella asked bluntly. âAside from you, I havenât had any private contact with anyone
tonight. Justin told me he couldnât reach
me all night.â
Christopher clenched his fingers on his knee, a cold gleam flashing
through his gold-rimmed glasses.
âI recalled that my phone only left my side when I went to the
restroom at the restaurant earlier. So, did you block him?â Bella
squinted her almond-shaped eyes.
âBella, are you doubting me?â Christopherâs eyes remained innoce
and clear.
âIâm only stating facts, not doubting you,â Bella replied bluntly.
Christopher felt a heavy weight on his chest, making it difficult for him to breathe. âBella, I admit it was
wrong of me to mess with your
phone. I only did it to avoid Justin ruining our date. Iâve been looking forward to today for so long. It was
selfish of me. Iâm sorry.â
He added, âThis is the last time. It will never happen again.â
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Bella was mentally drained from everything that happened tonight and lacked the energy to argue
further.
âMy issues with Justin are my personal matters, and I prefer to keep them private. Even after our
divorce, I havenât completely cut ties with
him. After all, there might be future business collaborations. As long
as Iâm emotionally detached, thatâs what matters. Unnecessary
actions only prove that I havenât moved on from him entirely.â
Christopher, who had been anxious, found a glimmer of hope in her words, âBella, have you truly
moved on from him?â
Bella nodded slowly.
âThatâs great, Bella.â Christopherâs excitement surged through his
body, and his hands trembled with excitement. âNow that youâve let
go of Justin, can you give me a chance to be with you? I want to
stand by your side, supporting you through thick and thin. I wasnât
there in your past, but I want to be part of your future.â
âChris, Iâm not ready for a relationship right now,â Bella said in an exhausted voice. âIâm too tired, and
Iâm not ready to open myself up to love again. Iâm sorry.â
âWith me, you just need to allow yourself to be loved.â Christopher gaze intensified as he leaned closer,
his breath growing heavier.â Bella, can we give it a go? Give me a chance to love you.â
Bella hesitated, struggling for words. âDating isnât like online shopping, where you can return something
within a week.â.
âYou donât have to do anything. Just let me love and protect you.â Christopher spoke, bracing himself
against the car window.
His eyes were filled with affection that almost overwhelmed Bella. âIâll always be there for you, no
matter what. If you think Iâm worth it, Iâll always be by your side.â
âChris, thank you for saving me tonight. But please donât take such
risks in the future.â