Chapter 1179

Chapter 1179:

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Roscoe looked at her, his eyelashes dusted with snowflakes, creating a stunning image.

When Nicole opened her eyes, he offered her a gentle smile. “Won't you make a wish too?”

With a serious expression, Roscoe replied, “My wish is already here, by my side.”

Their eyes met, holding each other's gaze across the peaceful snow-covered landscape.

The cold air had brought a flush to Nicole's cheeks. She whispered, "Roscoe, once we get Austin here, let's make this place his home."

Roscoe was stunned and took a while to gather his thoughts. Happiness caught him off guard, like the snowfall today.

For the past six months, Roscoe had clung to Nicole's words, understanding that her emotional wounds ran deep and might not heal quickly, so he had never pressed the issue.

He had thought that even if Nicole never healed completely, living out her days like this wouldn't be so bad. He was willing to protect her and Austin for life. Whether as a family member, uncle, or brother, he was happy to play any role.

Everyone had desires. Ignoring them didn't make them go away.

“Nicole, this isn’t a dream, is it?” With a sharp “slap,” Roscoe slapped himself, his cheek reddening from the force.

Nicole shuddered and reached over to caress his cheek, asking softly, “Why are you doing that to yourself?”

Roscoe grabbed her hand firmly. “Nicole, could you repeat that? It’s like I’m dreaming.”

Nicole could feel her hand shaking. She had thought about this decision for a long time. She had once tried to push Roscoe to start over without her, but it hadn't taken root.

Austin needed a stable father figure, and Nicole needed someone who could help her mend her brokenness. The idea that Roscoe could be that person breathed new life into her hopes.

Knowing she was alive and wanting to live fully, moving on was exactly what she needed to do. After all, Roscoe had already made significant steps towards her.

Today, he needed to summon up his courage and take this step as well.

“Roscoe, I want to be with you. Do you want to…” Before Nicole could complete her thought, her lips gently pressed against her forehead.

It was a simple gesture, without any intense desire, but she clearly felt his trembling.

Roscoe felt that for these words alone, risking his life a thousand times would be worth it.

"Nicole, my dear Nicole, I love you." Taking her face in his hands, his voice shook as he said, "I will love you and Austin all my life."

Nicole rested her head on Roscoe's chest, feeling his rapid heartbeat, but to her it was the most calming sound in the world.

Nicole felt a deep sense of security around Roscoe. He took care of everything with such care and tenderness. At times, she almost believed he was several years older than her.

He couldn't pinpoint exactly when he'd won her heart. Maybe it was her refusal to swear by his name, or maybe it was the night they'd run away together, or maybe it was their first night in the mountain village by the campfire, leaning on her reassuring presence…

And every day, from dawn to dusk, every time I came back smiling...

Every moment made her heart skip a beat.

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