Chapter 64

"It's easy to die for someone you love, but can you endure and live through all the hardships with them?" Ella asked again.

Beckett was taken aback by what he heard. All this time, he thought his mindset was correct—that he would unquestionably give his own life for Vivianne's well-being.

But if he did that, Vivianne would be left alone, and she would have a permanent heartache.

Losing a loved one brings a permanent scar to someone, and Beckett knew that all too well. That's what he experienced when his parents were killed.

Beckett smiled before speaking again. "Let me rephrase it. I'm willing to live for a lifetime to be at your daughter’s side at all times."

Ella nodded approvingly at what the young man said. Vivianne felt the same way. She seemed reassured upon hearing Beckett's words because it meant he wouldn't easily sacrifice his life anymore… because now, he had a reason to live.

Pain is not his motivation anymore to live; it’s his love fo