Chapter: 1733

With Aimee's assistance, he stood and drew her into an embrace, planting a kiss on her.

Kai and Gilda turned away.

"Nikolas, it's not entirely your fault. I've been at fault too, saying things impulsively." Aimee sighed. "I've been under a lot of stress because of Bethany lately, so I wasn't thinking straight and just blurted out whatever was on my mind."

Nikolas clung to her. For him, hearing Aimee apologize was tougher than any reprimand she could give.

"It's not your fault at all! If you can forgive me, I'll shoulder all the blame."