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Nolan planned sixty-six romantic getaways to propose to me, all in the name of love.
On the sixty-seventh attempt, I was finally moved by his dedication.
On our first day of marriage, I prepared sixty-six "Get Out of Jail Free" cards.
We agreed that whenever he upset me, he could use one of these cards for a free pass to forgiveness.
For six years of marriage, every time he angered me because of his childhood sweetheart, I'd let him redeem one "Get Out of Jail Free" card.
By the time we reached the 64th card, Nolan began to sense something was off with me.
I stopped reminding him to be mindful of boundaries, and I no longer needed him.
I only held him back to ask when he was about to abandon me again for his childhood sweetheart.
"If you're going to see her, can I use a 'Get Out of Jail Free' card to offset it?"
Nolan's steps faltered for a moment as he looked at me helplessly.
"Use it if you want. There are plenty left anyway."
I nodded gently, watching his silhouette disappear.
He still thought his "get out of jail free" cards were endless and inexhaustible.
But little did he know, there were only two "get out of jail free" cards left.

Sixty-six forgiveness cards

"Looks like I'll be troubling you quite a bit from now on, Senior!"


I say with a smile, showing no sign of distance despite our years apart.


I thought life would be peaceful for a while, but I didn't expect Nolan to find his way here so quickly.


On my first day at the lab, I spot Nolan's figure downstairs.


I furrow my brow, revealing an impatient look. I can't believe this guy just won't give up.


He looks like he hasn't rested well, standing alone under a tree, staring intently at the lab.


Suddenly, he turns around and sees me. He hurriedly runs over.


"I've always seen Felicity as a little sister. Even if I took care of her, it was just out of childhood sentiment. It's just that she often appeared in front of me needing my help, making me feel needed."


"But I really don't like her. You're the only one I love!"


I press my lips tightly together, watching his insincere explanation.


Chapter 9