"You didn't tell me anything because you're afraid that I would be heartbroken if you didn't survive the blood parasite removal, right?" Lisa asked, finally understanding his hesitation and silence.

Terry didn't give her a direct answer. Instead, he said, "When I miraculously survived and all the blood parasites were finally removed from my body, what did I find waiting for me? It was you, in the hospital, planning to abort our baby. It was you who said you had no feelings for me anymore and would never love me anymore!"

Each word felt like a painful blow to Lisa.

"I'm so sorry, I'm so sorry..." Lisa choked out, filled with remorse.

"There's no need to apologize. Even if you tell me that you love me now, it's already meaningless," Terry responded coldly.

But Lisa's hand remained on Terry's cheek, refusing to let go.

"It's not meaningless. If I made your heart turn cold and lifeless, then I'll warm it up again. Terry, please, give me a chance. Just one chance!" Lisa pleaded desper