Khloe listened to Nick's words, and the calmer he spoke, the more violently the storm inside her heart raged.This time, he hid nothing. From Naraida to Goldmont, every detail, every experience, he told her everything.His words were light, almost casual, yet in just a few sentences, he laid bare his hardships, his thoughts, and the turmoil in his heart.And Khloe's chest ached with every word. Tears streamed down uncontrollably, slipping onto his fingers."Why didn't you tell me sooner…" Her voice trembled. She reached out, wanting to touch him—his arms, his limbs—but the moment she lifted his sleeve and glimpsed the jagged, protruding scars, she recoiled. She couldn't bear to look further.She had imagined… that his condition might be due to his body. But she had never expected it would be like this.Nick had been proud since childhood. She knew him well: composed on the outside, exacting, always appearing perfect, yet living inside with constant fear and unease.A man like
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