Chapter 440

“It took me a long time to realize that, didn’t I?” A heavy sigh escaped from Morris Liu’s mouth as the side of his lips ironically curled upward . “So, I’m sorry,” he added .

“Brother Mo,” Lexi lifted her head up and shook it sideways as she pursed her lips . “I already forgave you for everything . What happened before, both of us learned a lesson which made us both stronger as an individual . So, thank you . ” she said, followed by a meek yet genuine smile .

“It has been hard for both of us…” Lexi took a step forward without a second hesitation . “Brother Mo, I forgave you so please, forgive yourself . ” Slowly, Lexi raised her arm and reached out for his hand . It was cold with beads of sweats on his palm, showing that he was probably nervous this whole time .

The moment her hand touched his, Morris Liu momentarily stiffened . He had been avoiding to make any physical contact with her, and yet, he could not shrug her gentle hands away . He knew the longer he could feel her warmth, the more he would desire for more .

“Lexi…”

“Gosh, if I didn’t know any better, I would think your hand was the hand of a dead person . ” Interrupting him to whatever he would say, Lexi humored to lighten up the atmosphere .

“Brother Mo, you know that I loved you, right?” Staring at his pale hand with his veins bulging beneath his skin, she smiled . On the other hand, Morris Liu remained silent as he let her thumb mildly rubbed the back of his hand .

“And you will always be a part of my life . ” Slowly, Lexi raised her head again to see the pair of emotional eyes staring down on her . “Our relationship as lovers might have ended a long time ago but, I hope when the time comes, we could be good friends . ” All the words that came out from her mouth originated straight from her heart .

Indeed, no matter how much he hurt her in the past, or how Lexi loved him so dearly, Morris Liu would always be a part of her life . Hence, if he ever moved on and found his own happiness, Lexi was more than willing to accept him as her friend… or, a big brother; just like their initial relationship before it escalated to them being engaged .

“I know someday, you will find your happiness . “

Morris Liu peered at her kind heart that reflected in her eyes . He remained silent for a moment before he slowly pulled his hand away from her .

“I’m sorry, but I think that would be impossible . ” Morris Liu mildly shook his head as he responded . As usual, although he sounded cold, his tone had a touch of gentleness . Thus, Lexi was more confused than upset about his response .

“Brother Mo,”

“Lexi, I loved you… and still loves you . ” Without further ado, Morris Liu stated . He didn’t even blink an eye as he confessed . Even so, there was this invisible line he clearly drew between them .

Upon hearing his last remark, Lexi suddenly pursed her lips . Whatever words that were about to escape her mouth were stuck on her throat that instant .

She didn’t expect that . He caught her off guard as Lexi knew that he would rather keep his lingering feelings to himself — like he always did .

“Just standing in front of you, you know the amount of effort I am doing just to respect your husband . I want to embrace you, pat your head, kiss you, and make you the happiest woman . ” With every word he dropped, the emotional atmosphere suddenly made its huge turn as it gradually became tense .

Shortly, Morris Liu took a step forward, which made her take a step back . However, being reminded of the trust that he wouldn’t do anything, Lexi stopped retreating as he drew closer .

“If only there’s another way to repent, I’d do it if it means not entirely losing you . ” Slowly, Morris Liu tilted his head as he leaned his head forward — closer to hers .

Time seemed to stop . Lexi’s heart pounded that surpassed a person’s normal heart rate . He drew closer and closer to her face, and Lexi’s body seemed it was not listening to her .

“But clearly, there isn’t any other way because even before you can think, your instinct was to reject me . ” Inches away from her, Morris Liu stopped as Lexi turned her face to the side .

It was clearer than the day that his sudden aggressiveness caught her off guard, again . Hence, she could not move . However, she protected the one that she believed would be violated by someone .

This move of his, Morris Liu knew that it would just be another dagger going to pierce his heart . However, he needed to do it . At the very least, he wasn’t just honest by words, but also by action . Sadly, his transparency was not needed anymore .

Retrieving his head back, he faintly chuckled in mockery . “Again, forgive me . I know my limitations but, I don’t think I will ever stop loving and longing for you from a distance . ” He placed his hands back inside his pocket as he took a step back to give her some space .

“You…” Still in the process of recovering, Lexi slowly looked at the gentle smile on his lips .

“Shameless, aren’t I? I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to go overboard . ” Acting as if he was innocent and meant no harm, Morris Liu nonchalantly shrugged his shoulders .

“Tch,” For a brief second, Lexi glared at him . All that emotional vibe they had earlier was completely ruined by him . “Yes, you went overboard . Nice talking to you . ” Rolling her eyes, Lexi grabbed the hem of the blazer on her shoulders before she returned it to him .

“I’m serious though . ” As he received the blazer suit, Morris Liu inexpressibly murmured . Alas, Lexi didn’t reply anymore as she turned her back against him when he had his hands on the blazer .

As she was walking away, Lexi stopped on her tracks before she opened her mouth and then resumed her steps . Whatever she said, no one heard aside from him . But, by the looks of his reaction, it was intriguing as he chuckled .

“You’re right, I should . ” He whispered before he started wearing the blazer suit again and headed back inside the hotel .