Chapter: 249

“How much do you remember from that night?"

Norah's expression changed at this. She remembered everything after returning home that day, including what she had said. She rarely ever consumed that much alcohol. She could still recall what happened after she got drunk.

"I remember everything." Norah was tired of hiding from Sean because of this matter, so she frankly said, "What do you want? Just tell me.

Don't tease me."

"Can't you sense my love for you, Norah?" Sean's eyes were glued to her. His gaze was aggressive, giving her the feeling that she was sitting on a spiked rug. She squirmed uncomfortably. "I..."

Sean cut in, "Norah, I think you're amazing and I like you. Besides, our physical encounter means something, doesn't it? I thought you wanted to be with me." He raised his eyebrows, his words in a joking manner.

Sean was so open that Norah's heart began racing. She knew it. Sean really had feelings for her. The intimacy they had shared a few days ago gave him the excuse to get closer to her.

"Sean, you should know that night was an accident. I didn't take it seriously. Why do you take it more to heart than me? Besides, we are adults." Norah looked away. She had stated her thoughts, and she hoped Sean understood her refusal.

"Why shouldn't I take it seriously? That was my first time." Sean's eyes darkened. He sipped his coffee and declared, "You're my first woman. I like you very much."

Norah's cheeks flushed with a warmth she attempted to disguise under a facade of serenity. She asked herself whether she harbored any affection for Sean. Truth be told, yes. In reality, her attraction to him was undeniable, yet she chose retreat over risk, wary of drowning in deep emotional waters once more.

When confronted with Sean's assertions, Norah found herself skeptical, only willing to trust a fraction of his words. Experience with Derek had taught her the folly of taking a man's words to heart. Pitying a man was a recipe for lifelong regret. This cautionary principle was a mantra Norah repeated to herself, a mental guard against the sway of her own sentiments.

"Sean, you must be jesting. It's common knowledge that you're the most sought-after bachelor among Glophia's elite young ladies.

Claiming I'm the first? Forgive my disbelief," Norah retorted, her laughter tinged with disbelief and a hint of mockery.

Her skepticism wasn't unfounded. Given Sean's illustrious standing, the weight of his words waned even further in her estimation.

"Regardless of my words, your skepticism remains, doesn't it? Very well. Let my actions testify to the truth that you alone have stirred my heart," Sean declared, his gaze piercing Norah and unsettling her composure.

Norah replied, “Really? While I appreciate the sentiment, I'm afraid I can't return your feelings. Since the divorce, it's Kason who has captured my interest. He is the one I desire. As for what transpired previously, all I can offer is an apology."

Meeting Sean's eyes firmly, she continued, “Clinging to a mutual dalliance is futile."

Internally, Norah begged Kason's forgiveness. Resorting to this pretense was her strategy to elude Sean, hoping Kason would understand.

Sean's demeanor darkened abruptly. “Your opinions are yours to hold, as are my actions to undertake. My resolve remains unchanged," he asserted, his gaze deep and turbulent with emotion.

Norah cast a glance at him before averting her eyes, her hand clenched tightly. Despite her definitive stance, Sean seemed unswayed, his determination to win her over undiminished.

With a self-mocking laugh, Sean mused, "I never thought I'd face rejection." Traditionally, it was he who was pursued by women, not the one left yearning with unreciprocated feelings.

Holding back her discomfort, Norah suggested, “Now that everything's out in the open, there's no need for you, Mr. Scott, to wait for me outside the hospital daily. Kason's presence makes your efforts unnecessary."

Standing up, her voice soft but resolute, she said, "I'll take my leave to rest now. Farewell."

Gathering her belongings, Norah exited the room without a backward glance, leaving Sean to brood alone in the wake of her departure.