Chapter 131. Nikolas Returns

“I care because I love you. I’ve loved you since the day I saw your picture, a year back on Brandon’s mobile phone. He never introduced me to you before, so we could only meet in San Francisco,” said Ryder tenderly, making Brooklyn simply gape at his confession. What the hell was he blabbering? How could he say these things when he was married to her best friend?

“You shouldn’t say these things, Ryder. In fact, forget these things and concentrate on your wife. Amy would be so hurt if she knew,” said Brooklyn.

Ryder laughed, a mirthless, sarcastic, bone-chilling laugh that seemed to mock her, making Brooklyn stare at him, feeling more puzzled than ever.

“Which wife are you talking about? Your best friend left me the day after you returned to this place,” said Ryder with a sneer.

“Left you? Why? What have you done, Ryder? Have you hurt her?” asked Brooklyn, shocked by the revelation.

“Why would I do anything? Why would I hurt her? You really underestimate