Chapter 35
It was a fact Liv had keenly felt all along, but this confirmed it. Unlike Hildegard’s fuss, Emmett still didn’t love Liv.
It was true that Emmett’s attitude had noticeably changed. However, what he held for Liv was likely just pity.
Having witnessed ‘that scene’ during the divine punishment, he probably pitied her. What Emmett felt for Liv was not love, but a sense of responsibility. Not love, but pity. Not love, but regret.
His proposal of marriage to Liv didn’t contain even a speck of love.
“It’s alright, I’m not hurt.”
Though Liv smiled brightly in a manner unsuited to the situation, it resembled such a contrived smile that Emmett couldn’t bring himself to return it with a smile of his own.
“Don’t worry. I won’t misunderstand your feelings. I won’t overstep.”
“...”
“Then there is one more thing I wish to ask.”
“...Yes.”
“If you married me, would it be a painful thing for you?”
“What is that supposed to...”