Chapter 315

Sebastian always carried a cold, aloof air about him as well. With the sweltering summer heat, the chill coming from Sebastian seemed all the more distinct. It was as if Sebastian already knew what Valeria's answer would be. In those brief seconds, his heart tore at itself, urging him repeatedly to let go. "Pull over." The driver eased the car to the side and slowed down. Sebastian was the first to get out. He walked around to Valeria's side and opened the door for her himself. He gripped the handle tightly as his lips curled into a smile. He used a light, playful tone to suppress the pain that seemed to be coming from every part of his body. "Are you sure you don't want to marry me? We could go in right now and get registered. Then, even if we get divorced tomorrow, you'd walk away with half my assets." Valeria didn't step out. She sat quietly inside the car, and her gaze was clear. Her palm, damp with sweat, held onto the coin. Outside, the blazing sunlight cast a faint flush