Mr. Sallow's Sinful Wife by Maisie Chasey

Chapter 155 Nicholas, Did You Come Here On Purpose?

Nancy asked angrily, “Why did you lie to me?” Her face was pouting, and Luke, sensing the situation, tactfully

excused himself.

“Please have a seat,” Nicholas said calmly.

His composure was in stark contrast to her anger, as he appeared unfazed by the situation, almost as if he found

everything inconsequential. Yet, strangely, the calmer he seemed, the more infuriated she became.

“I won’t sit down,” Nancy asserted, rejecting Nicholas’ offer and persisting in her inquiry. “I just want to know why

you lied to me.”

As she pressed the issue, he lifted his gaze, and his deep, jet-black eyes locked onto hers. Then, in a hushed tone,

he uttered, “Fear.”

It was a single word, yet it left Nancy momentarily stunned. She couldn’t understand why Nicholas would be afraid,

prompting her to ask, “Why would you fear? Fear of what?” She couldn’t believe the response she was hearing.

He abruptly stood up and took her hand, guiding her to a more secluded area within the hotel. There, he held her

frail shoulders with a touch of desperation in his voice,

confessing, “Because I was afraid that you would distance yourself from me once you found out the truth.”

Nancy, her emotions in turmoil, pushed him away, asserting, “You shouldn’t have lied to me then. Your deceit has

only driven us further apart. Do you know how terrified I was. when I believed I had lost my sanity and was dragging

a stranger to rest with me? I even thought… thankfully…” At this point, she fell abruptly silent, her realization

gradually sinking in.

“What are you thankful for?” he inquired.

“Never mind,” Nancy said and cast her eyes down. She thought, Thankfully it wasn’t someone else, but him. Did he

know how scared I was at the time? While pondering Linda’s words, Nancy felt a growing need to seek clarity, and

she found the courage to ask, “I have a question to ask you.”

“Go ahead.”

Nancy hesitated, feeling a bit shy, but determined to seek the truth, she continued, “Linda mentioned that you

came to Swania just to find me. Is that true?” Despite her reservations, a glimmer of hope lingered within her. Her

heart raced as she waited for his response, creating an anxious anticipation. What would he say? Is it the truth? She

held her breath, eagerly awaiting his reply..

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Nicholas, reflecting on how he nearly made a mistake that frightened her, cast his gaze downward and calmly

replied, “No. It just so happened that I had some business to attend. to here. Luke mentioned coming to visit Linda

and surprising her, so we came together. Meeting you was a coincidence.”

Unfortunately, Nicholas’ answer did not align with what Nancy had been hoping for. Her eyes, which had

momentarily brightened, quickly dimmed as a wave of bitterness and disappointment washed over her. It was a

reminder that expectations often led to greater disappointments.

However, she found herself at a loss-what could she do in this situation? The weight of disappointment bore heavily

on her chest, creating an unsettling discomfort. Resolute in her efforts to maintain composure, she raised her head

and mustered a smile. “Thank you for your honest answer.” She continued, “It’s reasonable for friends to travel

together. I understand.” With that, she turned away abruptly and left in haste.

Her departure was driven by fear-fear of inadvertently revealing her disappointment, loneliness, and unhappiness if

she stayed any longer. Nancy imagined that, at that moment, Nicholas would merely regard her as a spectacle, a

source of amusement. She had overthought a seemingly straightforward trip, forgetting that both of them were

divorced and moving on separate paths. Inwardly, she chastised herself, Nancy, you fool. You’re divorced. What

were you expecting?

After reaching the hotel, Nancy swiftly packed her belongings and headed for the airport. It was only upon her

arrival at the airport that she phoned Linda, explaining, “Linda, I’m. sorry. I’m already at the airport, and I plan to

return home today.”

Linda, surprised by the abrupt change in plans, asked, “What? You’ve only been here for two days. Weren’t you

supposed to leave tomorrow? I’ll send you off.”

“No thanks.” Nancy shook her head, declining Linda’s offer. She continued, “Actually, I know that you have a busy

schedule on the set, and you took leave specifically for me. I’m sure you’ll be working all night after this and…” Her

voice trailed off as she contemplated the next point, her tone growing noticeably quieter. “I asked him about it, and

he denied. it. He said it wasn’t true. He mentioned that it was Luke who wanted to give you a surprise. So, Luke

didn’t inform you in advance, but he did come along with him.”

Linda, upon hearing Nancy’s words, was suddenly filled with regret. She blamed herself, thinking that if she hadn’t

mentioned it, Nancy might not have inquired, sparing her from another emotional blow. “I’m sorry, Linda. I…” She

tried to explain and console Nancy, but the right words eluded her.

“It’s okay, Linda. I know you did it for my own good. How could I blame you? I just don’t want to see him right now.

Once you’ve finished filming and returned, there’s still plenty of time for us to meet up.”

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Linda reluctantly hung up the phone. “All right, Nancy. You must take care and stay safe on your way back.”

“Don’t worry; I will.”

After the call, Linda sighed with sorrow as she left the bedroom.

Luke, who overheard the conversation, asked, “What happened?”

“Nicholas,” Linda muttered through gritted teeth.

“What did he do to upset you?”

“It’s all my fault. If it weren’t for me, Nancy wouldn’t have asked, and she wouldn’t have had to endure another

emotional blow. I defended him, thinking he came here to pursue Nancy, but in the end, it’s not true. He came here

on a business trip and happened to run. into her.” Linda’s frustration and regret grew with each word. “Scoundrel!

He infuriates. me.” The more she spoke, the angrier she felt.

Luke was puzzled by the situation. “Nicholas happened to… Who told you that?”

“He told Nancy himself!”

He shook his head in disbelief. “It’s impossible. He came here specifically to pursue Nancy.”

“Never mind. I can’t trust any of you anymore.”

“I swear,” Luke said solemnly. “Nicholas indeed came here specifically to pursue Nancy. It wasn’t a coincidence.”

“Never mind.” Linda shook her head. “It’s pointless to dwell on these things now. Nancy has already returned.”

“She has returned? When did this happen?”

“Just now.”

Luke immediately phoned Nicholas, delivering some distressing news. “I regret to inform you that your ex-wife has

already departed.”

Nicholas was taken aback and ill-prepared for the news. “What did you just say?” After ending the call, he promptly

attempted to contact Nancy, only to find her phone switched

off.

As Nancy’s plane soared into the sky, she closed her eyes and settled into her seat,

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yearning for some much-needed rest. The two-hour journey passed swiftly, leaving her exhausted upon reaching

home. She opted for a quick meal of instant noodles before. retiring to bed.

However, her peaceful respite was abruptly shattered by the sound of the doorbell. Glancing at the clock, she

realized it was already 10.00 P.M., indicating that she had slept. for nearly four hours. The incessant chime outside

her door persisted, creating at disruptive commotion.

Anxious about the unexpected disturbance, Nancy pondered who could be at the door. It couldn’t be Linda;

therefore, the question lingered-who could it be? With her fatigued body, she mustered the strength to open the

door. As she did so and caught sight of the figure waiting on the other side, she was overcome with instant and

profound shock.

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