Chapter 71

NATHAN

She's still there, trying to pretend she cares about him. Sometimes it's even convincing. But I know you, Collins. I know that's not where you want to be.

"Nathan? Are you okay?" Diana appears by my side.

"Yes, I'm sorry for leaving you."

"You didn't seem well."

"It was just a little tiredness. But everything's fine."

"That's good. I have to say, I'm surprised to find you alone here. Seeing Nathan Ryan without a date is quite shocking. The media must be gnawing their nails to find out what's behind it."

"Who said I'm alone? I thought we..." She laughs.

"I was starting to think it was strange you hadn't made any of your bold proposals to me, Ryan."

"Well, I can do better..." I approach to whisper in her ear.

"Mr. Ryan." Kate interrupts us from behind me, I turn to face her. I smile at her and raise a finger, asking for a minute. I turn my attention back to Diana.

"Well, if you accept... we can leave here, and I can find an amazing place to reminisce about old times," I whisper.