Chapter 506 [Bonus ] Rejection



Day Fifty-Eight...

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Aiden and Cherry enjoyed ziplining at the view deck. The feeling of sliding from a certain height downward gave them a wonderful feeling. It felt like they were flying through the air. The scenery from up above was priceless.The source of this content no/v(el)bi((n))

"I love it!" Cherry blurted out, her eyes gleaming with joy.

"I'm glad you like it." Aiden's lips curled up in a broad smile.

After ziplining, the two climbed back to the view deck. The two sat under the maple tree as they took a rest.

Aiden brought a basket of food for their snacks. He offered her some water and sandwiches. Cherry happily accepted it. It had been so long since the last time she enjoyed this kind of outdoor activity.

When she was still working for Phantom's Assassin Guild, she often stayed in her computer room, doing her important tasks. She seldom visited places like this.

"I should ask my sis to try this!" Cherry mumbled. She was thinking about Jane.

Aiden could only sigh helplessly. Every time they were together, Cherry always mentioned Jane. She only talked about her.

'It's hard to compete against Phantomflake.' Aiden lamented to himself.

While Cherry was munching her sandwich, Aiden could only watch her in admiration. Even the way she eats could catch his attention.

Reflexively, his gaze fell on her lips. Aiden could only gulp hard as he restrained himself. He was tempted by her kissable lips. Aiden immediately shook his head, erasing the inappropriate thought out of his mind. He should behave, otherwise, Cherry would beat him up.

He didn't want to ruin his confession. He had to be patient.

With that thought in mind, Aiden slowly stood up. He went to grab the bouquet of flowers he hid behind the maple tree. He also picked up the jewelry box containing a silver bracelet.

Aiden exhaled deeply, trying to calm his anxious self. He was so nervous. Who would have thought that confessing feelings would be this nerve-wracking experience for him?

There was a moment of silence. Aiden remained on his knees while holding the jewelry box. He looked like someone proposing to his girlfriend.

Cherry didn't know what to say. Aiden's action was unexpected.

"What did you say?" Cherry finally broke the silence. Did she hear it right?

Aiden started to sweat profusely. "I'm asking you if you can be my girlfriend. I like you."

Cherry's eyes widened in surprise. Aiden was anticipating her reply. He felt like his heart was going to burst from too much nervousness as he waited for her.

When she recovered from her trance, Cherry stepped back and shook her head. "No. I can't. Not me. Getting into a relationship is not part of my plan... nor my priority."

Aiden's face became pale as soon as he heard that. He felt like every ounce of his energy was drained from him.

Cherry couldn't handle this situation as she felt awkward and uncomfortable. Without saying a word, Cherry ran away, leaving Aiden in his spot.

"Ouch!" Aiden slumped on the ground, unable to move. He just watched her back until she vanished from his sight. Cherry's rejection hit him so hard. He was shocked beyond belief.

'Damn!' Aiden placed his hand on his chest. His heart clenched. 'So this is the feeling of being dumped by a woman?'

Aiden blinked his eyes, feeling lost and absentminded. At that certain moment, Aiden felt the need to contact his friends– Stephen and Nathan. This was the first time he felt so broken and helpless. He was used to being the one breaking off with women.

He clumsily picked up his phone and dialed Stephen's number first. He badly needed a friend right now.

"Hello?" Stephen's voice was heard from the other line.

"Steph..." Aiden's voice cracked. He couldn't utter a word.

"What happened? Where are you?" Stephen asked him worriedly. He could sense that something was wrong with his friend.

"View deck..." Aiden replied shortly. He didn't expand nor elaborate on his answer.

"Okay. I'm coming!" Stephen went to the rescue. He already knew that Aiden needed him. He sounded like he was about to cry.

"Please bring a few drinks!" Aiden requested.

"We will drink, but not in the view deck," Stephen was thinking about safety first.