Chapter 143 Ryan, You’re Not Lying to Me, Are You?
Ryan chuckled softly, reaching out to gently pinch my cheek, his voice full of warmth.
“Why don’t you take this week to stay home and read up on some legal stuff? Once you’re feeling better, you can start working at the firm. And when that time comes, I’ll be right there to show you the ropes. If you have any questions, just ask me anytime. I’ve got your back.”
I raised an eyebrow and grinned playfully. “With a genius attorney like you around, what could I possibly have to worry about?”
He gave a small laugh and looked at me with so much tenderness, it made my heart flutter.
“I’m no genius. Give it some time, and I’m sure you’ll do even better than me.”
I was slightly stunned. I didn’t even have much confidence in myself, yet he trusted me so deeply. That warmth spread through my chest like a gentle tide.
I smiled and shook my head. “I can’t promise if I’ll ever be better than you, but I promise–I’ll give it everything I’ve got.”
Ryan looked at me like I was the only thing that mattered in the world, his voice so soft it felt like it could melt me. “You’re already got what it takes. I believe in you, sweetheart.”
His words filled me with this sweet kind of joy, and I couldn’t stop the smile spreading across my face. I teased, “You’ve been lying on the charm a lot lately, haven’t you?”
Ryan blinked playfully and shrugged like it was no big deal. “When you love someone, you’re supposed to make sure they feel it–every single day.”
My heart nearly burst. I leaned in and kissed his cheek. “Ryan, it’s really good to have you by my side.” Even after losing my memory, Ryan had been nothing but patient–steady, caring, always showing up
for me.
If life could just stay like this… I’d honestly be okay with that.
We sat on the couch together, casually chatting while enjoying the desserts I’d brought. The atmosphere was relaxed and joyful.
We talked about random things–work, life, and eventually, college days. Then out of nowhere, Sylvia popped into my mind. My old roommate, the one person I remembered clearly. I missed her. Without thinking, I asked, “By the way, do you have Sylvia’s contact info?”
Even though I’d forgotten a lot, my memories of Sylvia remained vivid. I wanted to catch up and hear how she was doing. Maybe talking to her would help me remember more about my past.
But when I mentioned Sylvia, Ryan’s expression shifted. But I noticed it. He went quiet for a second before replying slowly. “After graduation, Sylvia moved abroad. You two didn’t really keep in touch after
that.”
my past just.
I frowned, feeling a bit disappointed. I murmured, “Really? Feels like everyone from my disappeared.”
Something didn’t sit right with me. Lately, it felt like Ryan was always steering me away from
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reconnecting with people from my past–especially anyone who might help me regain my memories.
But why7 Ryan’s my husband. He shouldn’t have any reason to do that right? Was I just imagining things?
I glanced down at my phone. The truth was, I had already tried Sylvia’s old number not long ago. No response. Maybe she changed it. Or maybe we really had drifted apart
I pressed my lips together, rested my chin on my hand, and looked at Ryan. Meeting his gaze. I let a hint of playfulness slip into my voice “Ryan you’re not lying to me, are you?”
He froze for a moment. His expression tightened just a little, and something flickered in his eyes–soq uickly I almost missed it
Then, just as swiftly, he returned to his usual gentle self. He reached out to stroke my hair, his voice low and soothing “What makes you say that all of a sudden?”
I smiled faintly, half–joking. “You’re the only one I can trust right now. But if I ever found out you were lying to me…. I’d be really heartbroken. Might not even talk to you anymore.”
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