Chapter 2036

Now that Nicola was awake, Willow had endless things to say to her. She wanted to stay in the hospital room forever, but she also felt like she was becoming a giant third wheel. She had been talking non-stop, leaving Charles no chance to speak with Nicola. When it was almost noon, Willow decided to leave and give Charles and Nicola some space. Renee and Emmanuel had left with Wynn after they paid a visit to Nicola. Cillian had also already gone home, which left Charles and Nicola in the vast hospital room. Charles gazed at Nicola with an intense, knowing look. He then suddenly pulled her tightly into his arms, his usually cold voice choked with emotion. "Nicola..." He buried his head in her neck. Nicola could feel hot tears dropping on her skin. Men were meant to be strong, not to shed tears. Charles had always been unbreakable. Since he was young, he'd rarely cried. But now, he was crying from overwhelming joy. Nicola knew that Charles had constantly remained by her side w