"My uncle only wants the best for my life, Nadine. I owe everything to him, and if it wasn't for him, I wouldn't be in this world now. I would have been dead a long time ago if he hadn't come then," Zander said somberly, his voice heavy with unresolved emotions that hinted at hidden depths.

"Why did you let him dictate your love life? You have your own mind, Zander. You're not stupid," Nadine countered, frustration creeping into her voice.

Zander nodded, acknowledging her point. "You're right. I'm not stupid, but once, I was also foolish in love. We almost lost everything because of my naivety, and I don't...