Noah warmed her ice-cold hands with his warm hands.

He even held Lorian in his arms and spoke in an uncharacteristically tender tone, telling her about their future. “Once your surgery is through, we’ll go skiing in Seridian every year. I’m sure Lorian will love it!

“You can choose to live in any country or city you like then. As for my business, I can always look for a business partner or work remotely.

“Seridian or Nordhaven are wonderful choices.

“How about you tell me which country you like, Gwynn?”

…

He said so much, but none of it moved her.

She even sneered internally. After all, it wouldn’t do if he ran himself down, trying to make empty promises to her while being worried about Gianna’s condition.

Are you sure you can hold down both of us, Noah?

Noah didn’t get any answer from her. At the next moment, his phone rang. He was worried that the phone call might affect her mood. After some consideration, he lay down on the bed and answered the phone, “Noah speaking.”