Nicholas Taylor ignored Nora Fatehi's explanation entirely. He didn't even turn his head.
"Nicholas Taylor—stop right there!"
At Nora Fatehi's hoarse, anguished cry, he finally halted. His voice was cold and resolute. "Nora Fatehi, I gave you a chance. From now on, I won't believe a single word you say."
Nora Fatehi's lips twisted into a bitter smile. Tears blurred her vision. Her voice cracked. "Nicholas Taylor—since you care about her so much, why not make a choice today?"
Chloe Bishop's face grew heavy. This was clearly the worst time to force a decision—Nicholas Taylor would undoubtedly side with Nadia.
Nicholas Taylor paused for a moment, then said nothing. He continued walking, Nadia in his arms.
Nora Fatehi's voice came again, this time laced with desperation and finality. "Ni
