No matter how many possible "ifs" there are, they are all just assumptions. Regardless of the choices or decisions we make, they ultimately hold no meaning. Moreover, if I hadn't met Dominic Hartnell in college and been with him, I believe my current situation would be completely different. Perhaps I wouldn't have pursued drawing comics after graduation and instead found a regular 9-to-5 office job. In that alternate reality, Nicholas Scott would always remain a dazzling and handsome national heartthrob on the screen, while I would simply be an ordinary person, a small fan. Since we wouldn't have known each other, where would love come from? To be honest, under any circumstances, I wouldn't have developed feelings for Nicholas Scott.But now, it's impossible. Even if there were "ifs"... there would be no chance. I've already expressed everything I needed to say to Nicholas Scott, and now I'm at a loss for what else I can do. Or should I be even more ruthless and just end it? But before I could agonize over what to do, I heard Dominic Hartnell sneer, "Ha, 'if'? Do you think it's possible?" "Nicholas Scott, I've never realized until now that you're so immature." "What are you doing, seeking psychological comfort? Sorry, but I think you'll only be disappointed. Because no matter what kind of 'if', the only constant is that Liliana Zanetti will only love the person who can put a ring on her finger and spend her life with her, and that person can only be me." With those words, Dominic Hartnell released Nicholas Scott's wrist and instead held my hand. I was stunned and turned to look at him.Dominic Hartnell smiled gently at me and raised our intertwined hands to his lips. He lowered his head and tenderly kissed the back of my hand. "My princess can only be protected by me, and as for you—" Dominic Hartnell turned his head, looked at Nicholas Scott contemptuously, and declared dominantly, "Don't even think about it!" "Of course, I won't give you that chance either." At that moment, I couldn't hold back any longer. I was being teased. Although my rationality told me that I should restrain myself in this moment, especially since Nicholas Scott was watching nearby. Being so overt and shamelessly spoiling the dog, it's not ethical. However, I really can't control myself. The pink little hearts keep popping up from the bottom of my heart. The man in front of me, this guy named Dominic Hartnell, my husband, is incredibly handsome, stunningly handsome! "Liliana Zanetti." At that moment, Nicholas Scott's voice calling my name brought me back to reality. I was slow to react, still not fully present. "Huh?" "I want to hear it from you." Looking at Nicholas Scott's slightly pale face, I instinctively frowned. Why is he so stubborn, insisting on stabbing the knife into my heart before giving up? I bit my lip, hesitated for a while, and finally spoke, "Nicholas Scott, it's impossible between us." The moment I finished speaking, Nicholas Scott instantly released his grip on my hand. Nicholas Scott took a step back, a sad smile hanging on his face, and whispered, "I understand."I opened my mouth, but in the end, I swallowed the "I'm sorry" that was already on the tip of my tongue. Forget it, whether I say it or not doesn't matter, let Nicholas Scott handle it himself later. I sighed inwardly and said to Dominic Hartnell, "Let's go home." Dominic Hartnell nodded and led me out of the banquet hall. On the way back, I sent a WeChat message to James Dalton, asking him to bring Gu Xingchen to check on Nicholas Scott later. Nicholas Scott and Gu Xingchen should also be friends, I hope she can comfort him. After sending the WeChat message, I stared out of the car window at the passing scenery for a while before gradually calming down. "Husband." "Yeah?" "I didn't eat enough just now, I'm a little hungry. Can you take me to have risotto?" Upon hearing this, Dominic Hartnell quickly glanced at me in surprise and asked with a teasing tone, "Can you still eat? Aren't you uncomfortable?" I sighed, "I am uncomfortable. After all, we were friends, but now things have turned out like this, and we can't even be friends anymore. Sigh." "But there's nothing we can do. We can't force feelings. I hope Nicholas Scott can come to his senses soon." Dominic Hartnell chuckled coldly, "Even if he doesn't come to his senses, it doesn't matter. I've already given him a chance today. If he dares to approach you again, I'll have him blacklisted." "What national heartthrob? In the entertainment industry, it's easy to ruin someone." Listening to Dominic Hartnell's threatening words, I secretly felt a chill. I already feel guilty towards Nicholas Scott, I don't want Dominic Hartnell to do anything to him. "Okay, he definitely won't come looking for me. He's not a masochist. Husband, please don't do anything behind my back!" "Ah, there's also this play. Nicholas Scott has taken on the male lead in 'Just Want to Stay with You'. You wouldn't prevent him from acting, would you?" I just remembered this, and I didn't know if Dominic Hartnell would intentionally hinder Nicholas Scott's acting career. Although the company belongs to James Dalton, I believe that if Dominic Hartnell really doesn't want it, there are definitely a hundred ways to ruin this. Dominic Hartnell glanced at me with a cold gaze and asked, "Do you really want him to act?" I hesitated for a moment and stammered, "It's not about whether I want him to act or not. I just think that if someone has already accepted the role, it's unreasonable to not let them act without a valid reason." "And besides, this is also invested in by James Dalton. He managed to bring in both Nicholas Scott and Scarlett Williams, so it must be a significant investment." "Also-" I deliberately paused and glanced at Dominic Hartnell's expression, seeing that he didn't seem angry, I continued, "Let's discuss it objectively. Nicholas Scott's acting skills are indeed very good." "After all, 'Just Want to Stay with You' is based on our story. Now that it's going to be made into a TV drama, I just hope it won't be ruined." "So, honey, can you just turn a blind eye and let them film?" Dominic Hartnell didn't immediately answer me, but instead parked the car on the side of the road. I looked at him puzzled and asked, "Why did you stop the car?" "If you want me to agree, it's fine. Give them some benefits first, and as for the rest, we'll figure it out when these two little monsters come out!"I was immediately perplexed, gazing at him in a state of bewilderment, attempting to comprehend the meaning behind his words. However, my thoughts abruptly ceased... Dominic Hartnell elucidated it to me through his actions, rendering my own contemplation unnecessary.