"Because the doctor said she could recover with my care. She had to find a replacement for her fiancé. And indirectly, I was the one who caused her depression. I was the one who made that woman lose the man she loved." Nathan said sadly. "I refused their request to replace her deceased fiancé, Haisley." He continued with a distant gaze. "But then they showed me a report. About me driving under the influence of alcohol and causing an accident that led to death. They threatened to sue me and put me in jail, Haisley." The man said with a trembling tone. "I was truly scared. I didn't want to go to jail." He said, shaking his head. "The thought of being stuck in a cell for a while made me always have nightmares. I know I'm a coward, but I'm really scared. Crimes often happen in prison. Violence, abuse." The man shook his head again. "Imagining staying in a cell with a man who might have a mental disorder or is thirsty for sex makes me feel nauseous and want to vomit every time. "I hear

Nathan shook his head. "No. I took the initiative to come here on my own. I tried to reach you because I couldn't contact you directly." Nathan said, and Haisley nodded. "I changed my phone number and deleted all contacts because I didn't want to suddenly have the urge to contact you." Haisley's response made sense. Nathan nodded. "I then tried to find out about you from Crystal, and you know, she absolutely refused to help." Nathan said frustratedly. "She even cursed me and said I'm the source of all your sadness. "Fortunately, Juan is more communicative. He told me that you're now working, mentioned where you live, and the hotel where you work. Then, I prepared a flight ticket to Miami. Somehow, he knew everything," Nathan complained again. "He then discussed vacations to Miami and more. I told him to restrain himself, and he threatened again to send me to jail. "I'm not afraid of his threat, but I'm afraid that my issues with you aren't resolved, and you might leave with someon

Haisley rests her forehead on Nathan's shoulder again. She takes a deep breath and exhales slowly, never letting go of her embrace around his neck. "I'm sorry," she whispers softly. Nathan also falls silent and chooses to listen. His hands are clasped at Haisley's waist, and he places his chin on top of her head. He, too, takes a deep breath and exhales slowly. "No need to apologize. I'm the one who should apologize here," he responds softly. And those words make Haisley feel breathless for a moment. "I asked too much from you, yet I've never given you anything. No kindness, no hope. I haven't planted a single goodness all this time, but suddenly I'm asking for all that goodness from you. I have no shame," Nathan says with a sad smile on his face. "But I want you to know, I've fallen in love with you. And perhaps you can say this is some kind of punishment that God gives me because I've wasted you all this time. So now, He wants me to know that this has been your feeling toward me.

Haisley knew she was wrong. She didn't think that far. She knew her father would be disappointed if she got married without asking for his blessing. But Haisley believed her parents would understand her actions. Something then flashed in her mind. "I can ask Juan and Crystal to bring them here. I can also contact Aunt Monica, and you just need to call your father. He's the farthest from here. We can process the wedding in two days if you tell your father right now. At least he can take the earliest flight and arrive here as soon as possible." "You're crazy, Haisley," Nathan groaned. Haisley's thoughts clearly seemed unreasonable. Haisley froze, standing still with her eyes locked on Nathan. "I am indeed crazy, Nath. But at least my craziness doesn't exceed Loretta's. It's your fate to be surrounded by crazy women like us. "I leave all decisions to you, Nath. If you really don't want to marry me soon, don't blame me if I never want to see you again for the rest of my life," she sa

The next day, Nathan's parents came along with Gilbert. Nathan's mother was clearly ecstatic when she found Haisley, joyfully embracing her tightly. The same joy was evident in Haisley's mother as well, as the women who had been friends for years finally came together. Nevertheless, a hint of sadness could still be seen on Haisley's face, though not too prominently. They then discussed their plans for the next day, including the blessing, the pastor, the wedding venue, and the post-celebration feast. While the parents were discussing the tight schedule, Haisley took the opportunity to inform her two friends about her hastily arranged wedding the next day. Abigail and Flavia were clearly surprised by the news. Abigail even bluntly asked if Haisley was pregnant out of wedlock. However, Haisley firmly replied 'no' to her friend and briefly recounted what had actually happened to her and Nathan, leading to their decision to get married quickly. "If you want," Flavia said in her usual s