Chapter 1430

Chantelle had tried to show concern and persuaded Patrick to sit outside in the courtyard to get some sun. Patrick spoke to her more than to anyone else in the Nellson family. She was the only light in his world, though she didn't know it. And while she did pity him, she couldn't go on like this. "Patrick, you shouldn't care too much about what others think. Your family's wealth is more than enough for you to live comfortably for the rest of your life. You could easily go somewhere no one knows you and live a carefree life." If he wanted, he could even travel the world. After all, the Nellson family could surely afford it. "I'm a disgrace to my family and the line they crossed in terms of showing how ugly people can truly be. Holding on to me and refusing to let go is the only way they can preserve their so-called reputation." Rhea and Thomas were afraid that if Patrick left, people would mock them, saying they sent their son abroad out of shame—or worse, that they had abandoned