Chapter 1436

Bella couldn't help but think about how effortlessly composed she was around everyone else. Yet when it came to Jack, she was completely thrown off. It was true what they said—there was always someone who could bring a person to their knees. Hearing her quiet sobs, Jack felt a pang of guilt and softened his tone. "Belle, I'm not trying to make things hard for you. I'm just thinking about us, and my situation... well, it's complicated." Bella understood his concerns and said gently, "Don't worry. I won't put you in a tough spot. I'm just feeling a little sorry for myself, that's all... It's fine. I'll get over it." But her tears kept falling. He could practically picture her pitiful, teary-eyed expression, and his resolve wavered. "Alright, fine. How about I agree to a few of your conditions?" "Yes! You said it—I didn't force you!" she cut him off before he could even finish. Jack realized he'd walked right into her trap again. He should've known she would pull something like this.