Chapter 115: Angel’s Hub.
Nicholas’s grip on Ava’s hands remained firm as he gazed at her with a look filled with affection and sincerity. "Ava, you have no idea how much I admire you. I’ve always wanted to thank you properly for saving me that day, to express my gratitude. But..." He trailed off as the name Ethan rose to his mind.
This wasn’t the moment to mention him, not yet. He needed to tread carefully if he wanted Ava to see the full picture one day. To turn her against Ethan, he had to gather more information about him. He pushed the thought aside, quickly redirecting the conversation.
"I thought you wouldn’t want to talk to me because of my background," Nicholas continued cautiously. "And besides..." His voice dipped slightly. "You were with Dylan back then. I didn’t want to interfere in your life."
Time had shifted everything—Ava’s relationship with Dylan had ended, and Nicholas now saw a chance to build something meaningful with her. But he knew Ava wasn’t ready for another relationship, and rushing things could drive her away. For now, her friendship was all he could hold onto.
Ava subtly tried to pull her hands back, but Nicholas’s grip tightened, holding her still.
"I have got something to give you," he said before she could utter a word. A smile broke on his face as he reached into his pocket, pulling out a thin stack of folded documents. With a gentle movement, he placed the papers in her hand.
"What is it?" Ava asked, unfolding the documents carefully.
"I know you’ve been planning to start a production house for short dramas. I did some research and found this business to be not only creative but highly profitable. So..." He gestured toward the documents, his smile widening. "I want to be your partner."
"Seriously!" Ava exclaimed in surprise.
Nicholas nodded earnestly. "Yes. I believe in your vision, Ava. And I want to support you in building something amazing."
Ava’s eyes widened as she skimmed through the pages. It was a formal cooperation agreement, outlining equal investment and a fifty-fifty profit split between the two partners.