Chapter 654

Never had I met someone who wanted to expedite her own demise.

Standing behind Colin, I could see Jasmine's every gesture clearly. Her eyes sparkled with hope when she mentioned the gift. They were transfixed on Colin. Love threatened to overflow from her orbs. She truly believed that the man she had saved would prepare a gift she'd love a lot.

I was sure that she had feelings for Colin. Unfortunately, love couldn't be shared. Colin loved me, and he had no more love left for her. No matter how much she loved him, I'd never let her take him away from me.

Something swelled within my chest. It was the fearlessness to protect my love and the man of my dreams. I was like the beast who had to protect its territory, even if it meant I'd bleed.

"Of course, we brought a present with us. It's your birthday, Jasmine. As your former schoolmates, we couldn't come empty-handed." I appeared from behind Colin and smiled politely. Ignoring the disbelief on Jasmine's face, I gave her the beautifully