A night that brought them closer (5)

Caihong stiffened. She wanted to shake off his hand and she easily could have but despite her resistance, his weak and pale expression pricked her chest.

After ruining my life, why should I feel bad for you!? Why should I feel guilty for being cruel? Her eyes stung in tears.

She slowly kneeled on the floor on his side.

I will leave when he falls asleep. Only until then!

As she waited for her chance, she quietly stared at him. His breathing was stable now. He wasn't mumbling anymore. Her gaze fell on his fingers that were holding on to her hand.

'I really hurt you a lot.'

'I am a horrible man.'

'I ruined your life.'

Her lips curled into a self-deprecating smile. "I cannot understand you, Xiaosi. What is the point of saying all these things now? Why are you suddenly mentioning this as if...as if you are really apologetic?"