Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

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Chapter 140 The Tension Builds, The Night Unfolds.

His voice made my heart race.

Carter was no longer maintaining his usual distance. leemed as though he was deliberately trying to close the gap between its.

"Carter, you..."1 bit my lip, unsure of how to respond.

What if he wasn't interested? After all, hadn't everyone said he already had someone special? Was I just reading too much into things? How embarrassing would it be if I was wrong?

It felt as though Carter saw right through my uncertainty, and he offered an explanation. "Zoey, we're married. I've told you before, you don't need to hold back with me. If you want something, just ask. "Okay"

I looked at myself, perched on his lap. Though I had initiated it, it still felt like I was simply playing a part

in the moment.

But now, with him pulling me closer, I felt a sense of discomfort. This wasn't what I expected.

"Zoey, are you planning to divorce me?" he asked, breaking the silence.

"No." I replied quickly. I didn't trust any man enough to think of another relationship. Carter was the best I could have hoped for.

"If we're in this for the long haul, should we continue acting like strangers? Let go of the past, and focus on the here and now."

I finished zipping up my dress and stood, slipping on my heels. The gown fit perfectly, highlighting my long legs, slim waist, and curves. With skin as pale as snow and a slight flush on my cheeks, I looked almost otherworldly in that moment.

Looking at myself in the mirror, I realized that I looked enticing.

Zoey's figure was far more striking than mine ever was

But she'd always kept herself hidden, dressing in dark, exaggerated styles that pushed people away Tonight, however, I feared it would be impossible for anyone not to notice her.

Tonight, Anna and Sadie would be here. How would the night unfold? I couldn't help but feel excited.

As night descended, cars began to line the driveway, arriving one after another.

The grand mansion lit up in brilliant colors, with guests filtering in.

early, and after a few days of rest, Anna seemed to be

greeted me coldly, exchanging pleasantries before swiftly walking

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at her lowest and exposed the Sanders' weaknesses. It made sense that they hated me.

Perhaps it was because he was visiting the Boltons, but he hadn't brought his

I walked toward her "Mom, you're here,

look at me, clearly

his gloomy daughter dressed in black that he barely recognized me now that I was dressed

should

daughter

respond to her comment. Instead, he mumbled, "Just don't

I'll keep up appearances," my mother replied, but her voice lacked, the soft, romantic tone it once held. Perhaps she had long since realized

however, was just beginning to notice that his wife's attention was no longer on

by, Philippa greeted a

man heading toward her, his gaze locked on

couldn't help but notice the look in

and find someone who truly appreciated her, she wouldn't have

often shackled by obligations, most of which were for the benefit of others. And in the end, they still didn't

why bother? While we had the chance, we should live

me, swiftly walked over to wrap his arm

couldn't even let go of

and I had expected Sadie to wear

time.

maybe she was afraid I would mock her, so she

and over the top,

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forgotten era, her presence almost too grandiose. Meanwhile, I wore a simple gown, my hair styled with elegance,

sparkled against my fair skin, giving

his eyes widened in admiration, even more

jealous.

parting ways. As I turned to head back inside, I saw a man standing

him, but I heard his voice.

to face Ashley, who was leaning against the wall. "What is it,

for betraying you, but Zoey, you can't