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.

riding

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

the door, sealing out the howling snowstorm. Through

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Chapter 165 Luke's Revenge

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

at me and asked, "Do you really want to

a small

his hands against the car door and trapping

still seated up front, and considering as his aunt, I never imagined he

out, feeling flustered, "Luke,

upward, studying my face intently. Take a good look. You really resemble Chloe, especially in 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

Luke appeared utterly downcast, and now he

no clue what you're talking

driver at the front and leaving just the two of

space,

Zoey, do you think I'm a fool? The entire event at the banquet was clearly orchestrated by you and Uncle Carter. I've never had any feelings for Alisa!" Didn't you say that as long as it's not Anna, it doesn't

just something I said out of

fingers lightly traced my cheek. The only woman I've ever loved is my wife, Chloe, but you forced me to betray her! Zoey, why should I marry someone

big mistake, he'll still back me up "Zoey, don't put this on me. If you want to blame someone, blame yourself for having the same face as my wife. I didn't seek you out. You started

in, attempting to kiss

dare you insult me? If Dad finds

glint in his eyes. "If I claim you seduce me, who do you

as he murmured