Chapter 251

"Is that so?" Nathaniel's lips curved into a conflicted smile. "What should I do, then? Should I storm the wedding and declare my love?"

Vivian's expression stiffened, a storm of emotions swirling in her chest. So he still hasn't gotten over Olivia Sinclair.

Her heart ached—for him, and for herself. Their four-year marriage had been doomed from the start. Even without Cassandra Delacroix's interference, she never stood a chance.

Olivia had already claimed every inch of his heart. There was no room left for her.

"If you really can't let her go, then talk to her before the ceremony," Vivian said, forcing her voice steady. "If you confess properly, she might reconsider." She pretended indifference, even offering advice like it didn't tear her apart.

"And if you love her, don’t play games. That kiss earlier? She was furious. You might’ve just pushed her away."

Nathaniel nodded solemnly. "You're right. Thanks for the insight."

"But—" His gaze drifted to the shoreline. "This beach is stunning at low tide. There are rare shells buried in the sand. Come with me. Help me find them."

"Me?"

"You're the only one who knows how I feel. I need your help." His tone carried its usual arrogance, as if her compliance was a given.

Vivian nearly scoffed. Do I look like your personal assistant?

Still, she agreed—on one condition.

"Fine. But it’ll cost you. Fifteen hundred dollars per minute. Hourly rate? Twenty percent discount. Payment upfront."

Nathaniel chuckled. This woman and her obsession with money.

With his fortune, indulging her was trivial. "Deal."

They headed to the beach opposite the hotel, where the water glittered like sapphires. The breeze carried salt and freedom, washing away tension.

Vivian spread her arms wide. "Hello, beautiful ocean!"

She adored the sea. The fact that she was getting paid to enjoy it made the moment even sweeter.

The sun blazed overhead, but the wind kept the heat at bay. Vivian danced along the shoreline, guilt gnawing at her. She glanced at Nathaniel and grinned.

"Don’t worry, boss. I heard there’s a legendary shell here—Ocean’s Heart. They say whoever finds it gets eternal happiness."

I’ll turn this whole beach upside down for you. Then you can win Olivia back with it.

Nathaniel arched a brow. "Then you’d better find it. I could use a fresh start."