Chapter 89

Suppressing the frustration that welled up within me, I took a deep breath to calm myself down. "Would you mind being a little more cooperative?" I responded in a calm, monotone tone.

"Will you also refrain from being intrusive and bothersome?" he retorted, surprising me with his question as I stood close to him.

At that moment, I realized that Asher's distance and resistance were rooted in his own pain and vulnerability. My heart softened, and I vowed to be patient and understanding. Though he may resist my presence, I wouldn't give up on him, for beneath his aloof exterior, I knew there was a soul longing to be understood and loved.

When Asher fell ill, I had secretly hoped that his vulnerability might soften his demeanor towards me and open the door to forgiveness for our past misunderstandings. Alas, my wishful thinking was dashed as he returned to his gloomy self, shutting me out once again.

During a tense meal, he confronte