The Flashback At that time, Nathaniel rejected Stella outright.

However, Stella was persistent, “Mr. Rainsworth, this is my only request. Other than this, I don’t need anything else.”

After listening to her, Nathaniel let out a soft chuckle.

“You should be well aware that even if you and I were to date, you wouldn’t gain anything. I simply don’t have feelings for you. And besides, there’s no chance you could use this as an opportunity to climb the social ladder and become my wife.” Nathaniel had stated everything clearly.

He had assumed that Stella would back down upon recognizing the futility of her request, but to his surprise, she said, “It’s alright. I don’t need anything else. All I want is to experience a relationship with you, to be your girlfriend just once. Just for one year, one year is all I ask for.”

“So, what you’re saying is, you just want a title?” asked Nathaniel.

Stella nodded emphatically.