N nodded. "Yeah."


    "Your suitor must be quite wealthy. I remember that bracelet symbolizes a lifetime of love for only one person. He must really like you."


    A discreet sh of sarcasm crossed N''s eyes as she ced the bracelet back in its box. "Maybe." Seeing N''sck of enthusiasm, Sasha felt


    a bit uneasy but didn''t press further. Over time, she had learned that although N appeared gentle and approachable, she was very private about certain matters. Besides, they weren''t close enough for such i


    As N closed the jewelry box, Lucia happened to pass by. She caught a glimpse of the diamond bracelet inside and felt a surge of jealousy. After her previous experience at the bar, she decided not to confron


    In the evening, as N exited thepany, she saw rk standing a short distance away. She paused and looked at him.


    Upon seeing her, rk quickly approached. "N, let''s have dinner together tonight."


    N lowered her gaze, her hands slightly clenched. After a moment, she looked up at him, her expression calm. "Alright."


    Relieved by her affirmative response, rk smiled. "I booked a reservation at your favorite restaurant, but/ if you prefer something else tonight, we can switch."


    N shook her head. "No need. That''s fine."


    As they approached the car, rk hurried ahead to open the passenger


    door for N. Since their wedding. rk had been so busy with work that they rarely had the chance to dine out together. Ironically, he seemed to find the time after she discovered his affair. With that thought, a trace of mockery crossed N''s eyes.


    Once N was seated, rk closed the door and walked around to the driver''s side. As he started the car, he asked casually, "You didn''t like the bracelet I sent you? Why aren''t you wearing it?" "I like it, but it''s not practical to wear while doing experiments."


    rk fell silent for a moment before speaking again. "N, I don''t oppose you working, but doing experiments is exhausting. You used to stay up all night for it in university. I don''t want you to be so tired. Let me


    His primary concern was that he had discovered Damon''spany had invested in Park Pharmaceuticals and was now one of its shareholders.


    Although N imed there was nothing between her and Damon, rk instinctively wanted to minimize their interaction. His affair with Jordyn had started simrly-


    too much time spent together leading to apse in judgment. He didn''t want to make the same mistake again.


    N frowned at him. "This is the work I love. No matter how tiring or hard it is, I find joy in it. I hope you


    can respe


    my choice."


    rk''s grip on the steering wheel tightened, his knuckles turning white.


    Sensing that their rtionship was finally beginning to thaw, he didn''t want to risk another argument that could bring them back to square one. Reluctantly, he decided to let it go for now, nning to address it a "Alright, I''ll respect your decision. But if you ever want to quit, just do it. I can support you."


    N smiled, saying nothing. rk could more than support her-


    he was already supporting a mistress. Ten more wouldn''t be an issue for him, apparently. He seemed to forget that the money he was spending was their marital assets.