Chapter 291

"Mr. Faulkner, I don't mind. I just worry it may inconvenience you," Autumn said softly. She had sworn off men for now. Two years or five made no difference to her. Dawson was startled. "Me?" Autumn replied, "After all, in two years you'll be... 30..." The more she spoke, the more uncomfortable she felt. "If you really plan to settle down and start a family, spending two years with me might not be worth it." Dawson was silent for two seconds. For a rare moment, a vein twitched at his temple. Gritting his teeth, he asked, "You... think I'm old?" Autumn quickly said, "N-No! I just think these two years are your prime time..." He steadied himself and answered, "You don't have to worry about that." She immediately straightened. "Yes!" "So you can accept two years?" "I can accept it!" Dawson seemed unconvinced and scrutinized her with his gaze. Autumn knew that look. It was like when he had questioned her feelings toward Damien. Not being trusted didn't feel great, but this m