Chapter 64

"How are you? And... uh, how's your relationship with Celine? I heard you guys got married, huh?" she asked, looking at Nico enthusiastically.  

Nico let out a long sigh, putting his coffee cup down on the table. "Yes, we got married. But it's... well, it's complicated, Lis."  

"How complicated? Tell me about it," Elissa pleaded, looking genuinely curious.  

Nico hesitated for a moment before finally deciding to be honest. "Our marriage was just a contract. For the sake of Calvin, our son. Celine... she still hasn't forgiven me for what I did back then."  

Elissa frowned. "Are you serious? Didn't you do all that to protect her? I really remember when you told me about the threat from your enemy."  

Nico nodded weakly. "Yes, I did have a reason at that time. But I also can't deny that my actions hurt her. Now, she's really cold. It's like she doesn't even care about me anymore."  

Hearing