Chapter 281

"The fact that you told me this shows how much you care about my feelings, and… of course, I'm touched," Gideon said. He gazed at Giselle even more resolutely. "But I want you to know that nothing you've been through could ever change how I feel. Just your coming back alive… that's the greatest comfort I'll ever need in this life." Hearing that, Giselle froze, momentarily speechless. In his eyes, her heartfelt confession was nothing more than a beautiful lie. Gideon loved her deeply. Every word, every action, and every beat of her heart left no doubt of his devotion. Yet, deep down, he still couldn't believe she had remained untouched in that living hell… In his eyes, Giselle was only saying she hadn't been forced into prostitution because she cared about him and wanted to please him. And so, these so-called beautiful lies of hers moved him all the more. Yes, his emotions were genuine, but so was his disbelief. Though it stung, Giselle understood it all too well. Only a fool woul