Chapter 223 Ask For Trouble (1/2)

Nina's eyelashes fluttered.

The kiss felt different as if it was laden with guilt and pity.

John could feel her hot tears, making his heart ache.

It was his fault. He didn't trust her enough.

He withdrew his mouth from hers, still pressing his forehead against hers. He grazed his nose with hers as he cupped her face with his hands that trembled slightly. He was apologizing to her.

Even in the darkness, Nina could perceive the guilt written all over his face. The weight of his words was not lost on her either.

Considering the proud man he was, it was a huge deal that he was taking the initiative to apologize.

She felt a lump form in her throat as tears continued to fall down. It wasn't until then that she realized just how she truly needed his care and affection.

”Why didn't you come home last night? I waited up for you...” She was still upset about the fact that her husband didn't come home that night. She fruitlessly stayed up late waiting for him.

Even just the mere thought of it made her chest tighten.

lly.

Stunned, she recalled how Time Group was attacked last time and how clueless he was back then.

Now he suddenly was at Level 5?