Chapter 33

Elena shook her head slowly. “I don’t want you to wait for someone who doesn’t know if he can open his heart again.”

Nathan smiled a little. “But I know who I’m waiting for. I know who’s worth fighting for.”

“But Mr. Nathan—”

“I don’t care how long I have to wait, Elena. All I know is that I don’t want to lose you again. Even if we can only be friends, I’m willing... as long as you stay here.”

Elena was silent. She stared at Nathan for a long, long time, as if trying to read every bit of sincerity in the man.

“I can’t promise to stay in this country forever,” Elena said finally, her voice low but firm. “I have business to take care of overseas. I will definitely return there.”

Nathan looked down, then looked at her expectantly. “Then... take me. Make me a part of your life, Elena. I don’t care where we live. All I want is you.”

Elena looked up at Nathan, her eyes trembling. “I’m scared, Mr. Nathan. I’m afraid that if I accept love again, I’l