Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 153 Walking Straight Into The Trap

Chapter 153 Walking Straight Into The Trap

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Anthony delivered the two slaps without hesitation or mercy. It wasn't a performance. It was clear that Anthony held a deep respect for Carter.

Everyone knew Carter was formidable abroad, but few understood the extent of his influence.

Perhaps Anthony had witnessed it firsthand, which explained his reverence.

On the other hand, Ashley had been expecting support. Despite being the less favored son, the Hudsons were known to defend their own. He'd assumed his father would back him. However, he was wrong about it.

"You disgraceful brat! Mrs. Bolton is far beyond your reach. Apologize immediately! Anthony's voice was cold and unforgiving

The slaps made Ahsley dizzy. Yet, seeing his father's fury, he had no choice but to crawl to my feet.

"Zo-he began, only to receive another slap.

What did you call her?" Anthony snapped.

Ashley quickly corrected himself. "Mrs. Bolton, I... I was foolish and misled by the others. I apologize. Please, forgive me. And Mr. Bolton, I deeply regret insulting your condition. I was wrong in every way. For the sake of the Hudsons, please spare me. I won't dare to offend you again.

I couldn't help but pity Ahsley when I saw his swollen face.

Zoey's death had been tragic. She had fallen for a man she thought was her true love, only to discover that he was shallow and unworthy.

To have died for someone like him was her greatest misfortune.

"Get up." I said indifferently.

Ashley looked up and was momentarily stunned by the cold contempt in my gaze.

Zoey's eyes would have been filled with love and longing for him, but that woman no longer existed.

to

caused a grave offense to the

I found it strange.

of a wealthy and influential family, yet his deference to Carter went beyond

as though Carter stood way

Carter's composed profile and realized he was even more unfathomable

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attention to Luke and Alisa. "What's the story between the

the events of the

eyes devoid of light, like

raised his head and met my gaze with a mix

guessed that last night's ordeal had been orchestrated by me. However, the outcome was irreversible no matter how much he resisted. Compared to Anna,

was far superior, and he knew he had

choose Alisa, but he had no choice now. Even though he knew that it was a trap, he had to walk straight into

lingered on me momentarily before he looked at Carter. "Last night, in my drunken state, I mistook Ms. Hudson for my late wife. I wronged her.

glad that he wasn't foolish

far more dignified

to Alisa. 'Ms. Hudson, what do you

lady. She blushed and lowered her head shyly. "Since I have become Luke's woman, I'm willing

hadn't expected his usually intelligent daughter

gentle tone. "Have you thought this through? Mr. Bolton's late wife passed away not long ago. If you marry him now, you'll face

the Boltons, especially when he feared Carter. He likely

also couldn't openly say that Luke wasn't a nice

Ashley, she knew

Dad. But I've already given Luke the most precious thing I have. I trust he'll treat me well."

still fresh. If we marry, it will be a simple civil ceremony-I cannot give you a grand wedding." he

arm and smiled softly. "I understand, Luke. I've heard about Ms. Sander when

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often volunteered at the orphanage under her influence. Her death