Chapter 497 Silent Promises


    Cecilia paused slightly. Then, she looked up at him and responded honestly, “I don’t know. All I want right now is to take good care of my two children.”


    Besides, she needed to reim what rightfully belonged to the Smith family. After that, once the twins in her belly were born, she could use the cord blood for Elliot’s surgery.


    Nathaniel’s heart sank.


    “If you still mind, let’s…” Cecilia’s words were cut off by Nathaniel before she could finish. “I don’t mind.”


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    How could he possibly not mind?


    But if he said the truth, she would want to leave.


    Nathaniel had never experienced such a humbling feeling as he did now. His hot breath fell on the top of Cecilia’s head.


    “It’s cold out here. Can I carry you back to the room?” His voice was somewhat hoarse.


    Cecilia shook her head. “No need, I can walk on my own.”


    She wriggled free from his embrace and quickly walked Nathaniel followed her at a leisurely pace away.


    Despite the snow, Cecilia didn’t feel cold at all that day. Nathaniel was right by her side, his fingers tapping away on the keyboard.


    He was unable to see, and all the tools he used were specifically designed for the blind.


    As Cecilia was engrossed in her book, he would asionally lean in closer to her.


    Despite the ample size of the sofa, he insistently squeezed himself next to her, creating an impression of crowdedness.


    “I’m going out for a walk.”


    Cecilia rose to her feel.


    Nathaniel gently grasped her hand. “Let’s go together.”


    “Aren’t you working?” Cecilia asked, confused.


    Today is the New Year. There’s no need to work.”


    “All right then.”


    Cecilia went to change her clothes. By the time she returned, she noticed that Nathaniel had put on the vibrant down jacket she had bought for him thest time. It made him appear much gentler.


    She was stunned for quite a while.


    Unable to see the outfit that Cecilia had chosen for him, Nathaniel had no choice but to ask her, “How do I look?”


    “You look quite good,” Cecilia answered truthfully.


    With that, she left a note for Elliot, stating that she would return in two hours.


    Typically, Elliot sleep for over three hours.


    Since Sven was unupied, he drove them out.


    “Sven, join us for the New Year’s celebration tonight,” Cecilia suggested.


    Nathaniel’s expression darkened. Sven was too attractive for a bodyguard, forcing Nathaniel to be on guard.


    “I’ll pass.


    Originally, Sven had something he wanted to discuss privately with Cecilia. However, seeing Nathaniel present, he held back.


    Soon, they arrived at the pedestrian street.


    After Nathaniel and Cecilia got out of the car, Sven said to Cecilia, “You guys go ahead and explore. Once you’re done, give me a call.””


    “All right, thank you.”


    Nathaniel listened to the conversation between the two individuals. It didn’t sound like a superior–subordinate interaction, but more like a friendly chat.


    As he strolled down the street with Cecilia, he couldn’t help but suggest, “Don’t you think a female bodyguard will be more convenient? I can have Mason arrange it.”


    “No need, Sven is quite capable and has strong professional skills,” Cecilia directly declined.


    Nathaniel’s brows furrowed slightly. His professional skills were indeed strong, but he was quite handsome too.


    Mason had once remarked that Sven resembled a scion more than a bodyguard.


    Nathaniel had someone investigate him before, but there was very little information avable about him.


    On the pedestrian street, the atmosphere was exceptionally lively, something that Cecilia hadn’t


    She purchased a variety of snacks, nning to bring them home to enjoy them during the New Year’s Eve g she nned to watch tonight.


    While shopping, the staff would asionally steal nces at Nathaniel, who was standing beside Cecilia. He appeared unworldly.


    Noticing that the barbecue skewers in the waiter’s hand were about to be burnt, Cecilia immediately said to Nathaniel, “Let’s move ten meters back.”


    After hearing the words, Nathaniel turned around and walked seven steps before he stopped to wait for Cecilia.


    Cecilia stood in front of Nathaniel, sessfully obtaining the freshly grilled skewers. As she turned to find him, she noticed two young girls approaching Nathaniel.


    “Hey there, Handsome. Can I add you on WhatsApp?”