Jarrod observed Nicole recounting these events with a calm detachment as if they were someone else’s experiences.
A sharp, excruciating pain surged in Jarrod’s heart, making it hard for him to breathe. If Nicole’s story held truth, everything was a meticulously crafted plot set by Jamie. His resentment toward Nicole might have been based on a complete misunderstanding.
At this time, Nicole’s previous words echoed in Jarrod’s mind.
“Jarrod, you have to believe me…” “Jarrod, I really did come to see you back then…” “Jarrod, didn’t you ever suspect that it might all have been orchestrated by Jamie?”
Nicole’s cries and pleading for understanding were all around his mind. However, in those days, he had chosen to ignore everything Nicole said.
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Seeing the transformation in Jarrod’s expression, Nicole felt a deep sense of satisfaction. Her joy was so profound that she couldn’t help but smile broadly. “Jarrod, if you’re still in doubt, you could investigate the kidnapping case in Swynborough from eight years ago.”
“No, no need… I don’t have to check anything…” Jarrod struggled to speak. He didn’t see the point in delving into it. After all, Jamie had already revealed the truth to him, and he had hoped to remain oblivious for the rest of his life…
Jarrod knew Nicole was telling the truth. It was just that he chose to overlook it, all because he was attempting to delude himself.
Because he lacked the courage to face it head-on!
Now, Nicole had shattered his illusion, leaving him unable to deny the truth anymore. Thus, the darkness and the sinners’ wickedness were laid bare. Jarrod could no longer fool himself!
“Jarrod Schultz! Do you really think we’re even now? How absurd!”
Nicole taunted. “You think you deserve forgiveness? You belong in helt!”
Nicole’s words struck Jarrod like a physical blow. His face was void of expression, his soul seemingly lost, standing there like a lifeless shell.
Jarrod was engulfed in profound despair.
But was this enough to punish Jarrod? Of course not! Nicole’s aim wasn’t merely to see him broken-hearted for his previous mistreatment toward her. Nicole was determined to make Jarrod endure all the suffering she had experienced. She believed this bastard deserved every bit of it.
Flipping her hair back, Nicole said flirtatiously, “Mr. Schultz, I’ve got other matters to attend to, so I won’t linger here. Farewell!”
Jarrod, still in a state of shock, snapped out of it when he realized Nicole was leaving. “Don’t leave, Nicole.”
The moment he talked, his voice was raspy, and he could hardly get the words out.
Nicole looked back with an icy smile. “Honestly, I think it’s for the best if we never cross paths again.”
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“No, please don’t go…” Jarrod’s heart sank as he looked into Nicole’s scornful eyes. His mind went blank, unable to say another word. His heart seemed like it was under attack by a swarm of ants, causing such immense pain that he couldn’t help but clutch his chest in agony. He’d prefer if Nicole called him Jarrod instead of using the formal Mr. Schultz.
“Please, Nicole… don’t leave…” Jarrod’s eyes were bloodshot, filled with a desperation that seemed on the verge of erupting.
“Nicole, not a day has gone by in these five years when you weren’t in my thoughts. I’ve held you close in my heart every night. If you hadn’t appeared the other night, I wouldn’t have known if you were still out there.”
Nicole quickly grasped the meaning behind Jarrod’s words. All of a sudden, she felt a wave of revulsion. No rational soul would share a bed with a lifeless body for five years. No doubt about it, Jarrod had taken leave of his senses. His unconventional way of grieving left no doubt about his eccentricity!
“Nicole!” Jarrod grasped her arm with a desperate grip. His eyes were filled with longing and urgency. “Please give me another chance to make things right. I won’t hurt you again. I’ll treat you well, okay?”