Nicole lowered her eyelids and stroked Tigger, who was in her arms. She looked like she was done talking to him.

Even so, Eric refused to give up. ‘How could I give up so easily? I deserved that stab in the heart!’

Eric smiled miserably and made an effort to look warm.

He looked down and took out a photo he had been staring at countless times from his pocket. His fingertips were white from pinching it so hard.

Nicole had saved his life before, but she had never mentioned it.

Eric did not be