Chapter 469

Evelyn lowered her gaze, her long lashes trembling slightly. When she spoke, her voice was eerily calm, devoid of any emotion. "I won't lie—I still love him. But I'm exhausted. I can't keep loving him like this anymore. So whether Nathan cares about me or not... it doesn't matter to me now."

Her words lingered in the air, delivered with such detachment it was as if she were discussing the weather. There was no trace of heartbreak in her tone.

The more composed Evelyn appeared, the more unsettled Alexander became. After all this time, Nathan had finally realized his feelings for her, yet now Evelyn...

Then again, Alexander understood. Evelyn had truly let go of Nathan, and with that, any hope for their relationship had vanished.

Deciding not to push further, Alexander chose silence. Some things were better left untouched.

Yet later that evening...

Sitting in his car after dinner, Alexander hesitated only a moment before sending Nathan the details of Evelyn's blind date.

Five minutes later, his phone lit up with Nathan's name.

Alexander answered. "Yes?"

Nathan's voice carried restrained tension. "What is this you sent me?"

"The time and location of Evelyn's blind date tonight," Alexander replied casually.

On the other end, Nathan's expression darkened. "She's going on another blind date? Today?"

"Mm. Thought you should know. What you do with that information is up to you." Alexander kept his tone neutral.

There was a long pause before Nathan responded, his voice tight. "Understood. Thanks, Alexander."

Alexander rolled his eyes dramatically. "Save your gratitude. Just promise not to punch me again, alright? I'm starting to develop a reflex."

Nathan actually chuckled at that. "Fine, fine. I apologize. Happy?"

"Not good enough," Alexander countered. "From now on, you're paying for all our meals and drinks. Consider it emotional compensation."

"Deal," Nathan agreed without hesitation.

"Now we're talking. Gotta go." Alexander ended the call with a smirk.

That evening, Nathan arrived at The Silver Spoon restaurant. He chose a secluded table by the window, his gaze fixed on the entrance.