Chapter 1256 A Little More Dignity


    Meanwhile, Roxanna remained deeply concerned about Nicole''s condition. However, as soon as the


    door swung open, her worries eased upon seeing Nicole''s improvedplexion. Nevertheless, her


    emotional state plunged into a rollercoaster when she knew this improvement was temporary,sting


    only a day.


    "Nicole, are you certain your body is truly alright?" Her voice trembled with concern as her desire to


    confide in Colton grew stronger. Despite her yearning to tell him, Nicole had forbidden any such


    revtion under the threat of Roxanna being expelled from the research center. Moreover, the sight of


    Nicole''s suffering weighed heavily on her heart.


    "I’m fine. Just bring me to Colton and make sure no one disturbs us." Nicole''s voice carried


    determination as she brushed off Roxanna''s concern, her urgency apparent.


    With a resigned nod, Roxanna led the way, her mind heavy with worry. Earlier, she had asked Chloe


    about Nicole''s situation, learning that there seemed to be no solution beyond waiting for an inevitable


    oue.


    "Nicky," Colton eximed as he spotted Nicole''s silhouette in the distance. Rising from his seat


    excitedly, he continued, "I was worried when you didn''t respond to my message yesterday, but seeing


    you well today is a relief." He had learned the previous night that she had gone to the cafe and was


    concerned for her safety, but he was put at ease by her rosyplexion today.


    "No worries. I’m alright." Nicole nodded as she took a seat across from Colton. However, her demeanor


    lacked the usual intimacy they shared.


    Perplexed, he questioned, "What''s the matter, Nicky? Aren''t you supposed to be sitting next to me?"


    Such a situation had never arisen since they started their rtionship. Despite herposed


    appearance, an unsettling feeling churned within him. Yet, he couldn''t pinpoint the source of his


    unease.


    "Oh, right. I found a new clue yesterday, but I did not manage to tell you." He quickly changed the topic


    to prevent awkwardness, saying, "We''ve uncovered some clues about the person pulling the strings,


    but this person was quite cunning, and we haven''t yet identified this individual."


    "I see." Nicole smiled, but herposure was unshaken even as Colton discussed a solemn matter.


    With growing unease, he pressed on, "Nicky, did something happen? You can talk to me about it."


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    Nicole gazed at Colton with an air of detachment though her heart was aching, reluctant to let go. Yet,


    conveying her current emotions to him seemed futile, and she preferred to keep them hidden. "Colton,


    let’s get a divorce. I’ll get mywyer to draft the agreement," she said calmly. "I can’t ept the fact


    that Evelyn is carrying your child. I’m not willing to undertake any imperfections in my life."


    "What?" He was taken aback by the abrupt mention of divorce. Suppressing his distress, he managed


    a forced smile and proposed, "Listen to me, Nicky. I’ve found a way to get rid of the after-effects. Then,


    we’ll be able to know if Evelyn’s child was mine."


    Her eyes betrayed her misery, but she responded swiftly, "Don’t bother. There’s no need for that."


    Then, she called Roxanna, who stood outside the door. "I’ll ask Roxanna to bring Evelyn to you, then


    we won’t owe each other anything anymore," she said coldly with a stony expression.


    Colton''s lips moved, but no words escaped them. The abrupt transformation in Nicole left him utterly


    bewildered, as her demeanor had never taken such a turn before.