My Ex-Husband Begged Me to Take Him Back - Chapter 163

Chapter 163: Nicholas€™s confession Chapter 163: Nicholas€™s confession The dress suited her flawlessly as if it had been designed specifically for her.

The delicate floral pattern brought a touch of vibrancy.

The halter neckline drew attention to her graceful shoulders, and the V-neck added a hint of allure without being overdone.

Her skin glowed warmly in the golden light, and her hair caught the breeze, framing her face like a halo.

Nicholas felt his breath hitch as his gaze lingered on her.

She looked radiant, effortlessly stunning, and for a moment, the world seemed to slow down.

All he wanted was to pull her close, to hold her tightly, and savor the peace of this moment.

Ava, sensing the intensity of his stare, shifted uncomfortably.

A faint blush crept onto her cheeks as she tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear.

“Shall we go?” Her words jolted Nicholas from his reverie.

He cleared his throat, his expression smoothing into one of composure.

“Yes, of course.” He extended his arm slightly, gesturing toward the beach.

Ava followed his lead, and together they walked toward the shore.

Ava slipped off her shoes, letting them dangle from her fingers as she walked along the shore.

The soft sand yielded beneath her steps, while the gentle waves lapped at her feet.

The water was cold but refreshing.

This was a moment she had often imagined – walking along the beach hand-in-hand with Dylan.

But Dylan wasn’t there.

Yet, a small smile graced her lips.

She wasn’t alone.

She had a good friend like Nicholas with her.

“When I was a child, Papa used to take me to the beach,” Ava said softly, a trace of nostalgia in her voice.

“I loved playing in the water, building sandcastles.

I’d get so messy, but it was the best time.” Her eyes sparkled as memories of her childhood surfaced.

Nicholas stopped mid-step, turning to face her.

“When was the last time you visited a beach?” Ava’s smile faltered for a moment.

“After my college graduation.

We had a beach party.

I stayed until late with my friends.

It was one of the best nights of my life.” Nicholas was taken aback to know that Dylan had never brought her to the beach.

“Did you ever ask Dylan to take you to the beach?” Ava’s face fell, and her gaze dropped to the sand.

“He never had time for me,” she murmured with quiet bitterness.

Nicholas’s expression softened as he noticed her sad look.

He wanted nothing more than to banish all those bad memories from her mind and replace them with joy.

“Ava.” He stepped closer, his hands gently settling on her shoulders.

“Don’t let the past weigh you down.

Life is still beautiful, and just because some moments are painful doesn’t mean you stop living.

Those memories don’t define your future.

Every day is a chance to open new doors, to embrace happiness and new possibilities.

Don’t let the past steal what you can have now.” Ava forced a small smile, stepping back slightly to create some space between them.

“You are right.

I shouldn’t dwell on the past.” Nicholas curled his hands, forcing them down as a faint shadow of disappointment crossed his heart.

But his smile quickly returned, masking his inner turmoil.

“That’s the spirit,” he said with forced enthusiasm.

“Now, Ava, tell me-what else do you dream of?

I’ll do my best to make it happen, as long as I’m alive.” Ava let out a soft laugh.

“I don’t have any grand or fancy dreams.” “Come on, Ava,” he insisted.

“There must be something.

Tell me-I really want to know.” “Honestly, I’m telling the truth.

I don’t need much.

Just this-being in a serene place like this, surrounded by nature’s beauty, and soaking it all in.” She turned her gaze to the horizon, a smile blooming on her face.

“Look at that.” She gestured toward the setting sun, painting the sky in fiery hues.

“It’s breathtaking, isn’t it?” Nicholas followed her gaze, his eyes settling on the sun dipping slowly into the sea.

But his smile vanished.

The sight that filled Ava with joy stirred something different in him.

Watching the sun disappear reminded him of how his own life felt like it was slipping through his fingers, day by day.

He didn’t know how long he had, whether he would survive the next attack, or if he would find a donor before he collapsed again.

“I want to have such moments with the people I care about,” Ava murmured, turning to him.

She found him staring at the horizon absentmindedly.

For the first time, she saw a glimmer of sadness in those lively eyes.

“Are you alright?” she asked softly, concern threading through her voice.

Nicholas snapped out of his thoughts, blinking quickly as he looked at her.

His expression grew serious, his usual carefree demeanor nowhere in sight.

“Ava, be my girlfriend,” he said without hesitation.

Ava’s heart skipped a beat.

“Nicholas€¦” “Please,” he interrupted as he clasped her hands tightly in his with desperation.

“I’ve never dated anyone before.

I don’t know how it feels like to have a girlfriend.” “Nicholas, listen to me.” Ava panicked slightly, looking at his desperation.

She tried to pull her hands free from his grip.

But his hold remained firm.

“I want to spend the remaining time I have in fulfilling your wishes.

Please, Ava.

If you don’t like me, just pretend.

I won’t mind.

I’ll treasure it, knowing these are the most beautiful moments of my life€¦ before it’s over.” Ava’s heart clenched.

Something about his tone, the raw vulnerability in his voice, felt deeply wrong.

Her concern grew sharper as she studied his face.

“What’s going on?

Nicholas?

Are you okay?

Tell me honestly.” Nicholas froze, realizing his emotions had spilled out far more than he intended.

A flicker of regret passed over his face, and he abruptly released her hands, stepping back and turning away.

He was afraid she would see through his weakness.

“I’m sorry,” he murmured.

“I shouldn’t have pressured you like that.” He took a deep breath, steadying himself before facing her again.

Pulling up his confidence yet again, he added, “I fell for you, Ava.”