Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 165 Luke's Revenge

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When Luke's biological mother, Esther, was in college, he was compelled to attend a blind date, which led her to have Luke. At the time, she was barely over ten years older than Carter. Could it be possible that Carter has harbored feelings for her all along?

The thought flickered in my mind, but I quickly dismissed it as absurd.

It was just a single rose. arter and Esther close

Luke replied in a quiet tone, "His leg got hurt because of my mom."

Before I could ask more, he stepped out of the car, holding a bouquet of daisies, and slowly walked toward the gravestone.

The two of them, one sitting and the other standing, were by the grave, but the mountain breeze muffled their conversation, leaving me unable to catch a single word.

Though I hadn't interacted much with Esther, I vividly remembered how delicious the treats she made were. As a child, I wanted to eat more but held back, mindful of being a guest.

Her face has faded from my memory, but her kindness remains clear. She was gentle, smiling warmly as she handed me pastries and urged me to eat more so I could grow up strong and healthy. Carter glanced my way, his expression showing slight surprise at my presence.

The mountain wind bit with icy coldness, blending rain and snow into the freezing air. Carter turned to me and asked, "What brings you here?"

"Theard from Luke that you were here, so I thought I'd stop by," I replied.

He took my hand, noticing how chilled it was. "It's freezing. You should head back. I still have a few things to take care of

"Alright," I agreed.

We weren't truly a married couple, so he had no obligation to explain where he was going.

ended up riding

I failed to notice a bouquet of white hydrangeas resting on the

Luke returned from visiting Esther's grave, he got into the car and shut the door, sealing out the howling snowstorm. Through the window, I saw Carter being wheeled away

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Chapter 165 Luke's Revenge

Luke, "What did you mean carlier about Carter's leg being injured by

and asked, "Do you really want

a small

against the car door and trapping

considering as his aunt, I never imagined he would dare to

me, making me uneasy blurted out, feeling flustered, "Luke, what do you think

your eyes, Aunt Zoey, you've truly put me in a tough spot this time Indeed, my eyes were nothing like Zoey's, which allowed him to see the shadow of Chloe in my

Luke appeared utterly downcast, and now he has finally revealed

clue what

blocking the driver at the front and leaving just the two of us in this

space,

do you think I'm a fool? The entire event at the banquet was clearly orchestrated by you and Uncle Carter. I've never

I said out of anger!"

only woman I've ever loved is my wife, Chloe, but you forced me to betray her! Zoey,

out? Even if Icross the line, do you think Uncle Carter will punish me? Let me tell you, for my mother's sake, even if I make a big mistake, he'll still back me up "Zoey, don't put this on me. If you want to blame someone, blame yourself for

in, attempting to

the face and shouted, "Luke, have you lost your mind? How dare you insult me? If Dad finds out, he'll never

a mocking glint in his eyes. "If I claim you

voice dripping with obsession as he murmured near my ear. "If I