Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 234 Finally Together

Carter's fingers grazed my check, his eyes warm, his voice like a quiet stream, "Chloe, are you absolutely

sure about this?"

1 pressed a hand to my chest, feeling the steady rhything beneath. "If a heart is like a cup, I don't know how full mine is, but I do know one thing-it's not empty,

"In my

last life, I was blind, reckless. But in the time I spent as a spirit and through these recent days, I've finally learned who truly matters to me. And, Carter, I know now how much this means to you."

At first, I couldn't grasp the depth of his feelings. I hesitated, unsure, guarding myself. But as the weight of his love became clear and I faced my own growing affection, my resolve solidified. I wanted to take that leap-with him. Life is a book, one page at a time. I'm only 20; there's a lifetime ahead to write our story together.

Why waste it on doubt? Why not choose happiness-far both of us?

1 leaned close, my lips brushing his car. I'm a little nervous, but if it's with you... I want to try. Is that okay?"

His voice, rough and low, answered, 'Okay. Put on something warm. I want to take you somewhere,"

Confused, I tilted my head. "Where?"

To our home. This place holds too many memories of you and Luke. I don't want our first time to be here," he said, his tone resolute. "Alright."

Only then did I understand why he always stopped at the last moment. This man-so stubborn, so principled!

I shrugged on a thick coat, slipped into my heels, and nudged him to get moving.

As we reached the door, I glanced back. There, at the top of the staircase, stood Luke, his expression a mix. of longing and defeat.

It struck a chord, pulling me back to when I was eight years old. I'd first seen him standing in that spot, his gaze curious and inviting, ready to welcome me into his world.

But now? Now, all he could do was watch me walk away

I'd already moved into the Bolton Residence, yet the gap between us had never felt wider.

Outside, the snowstorm raged, icy wind whipping through the air, but I felt no sadness.

Instead, a spark of something else stirred in me-excitement.

It reminded me of the way a girl feels when she's just fallen in love, looking forward to seeing the handsome boy from the class next door.

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feeling that left you breathless and yearning for more. Something this special couldn't begin carelessly after a drunken night or end in meaningless chaos. Only

were headed-the

I only insisted on having a marital home as an excuse to bring up the statue

the flat we looked

like the lack of privacy, especially with my condition. So, I

Anywhere's perfect as long as I'm with

car pulled into a spacious courtyard, and my breath hitched. The garden was bursting with flowers and trees-every one of them my favorites.

twinkled softly across the yard, wrapping

wasn't just

his wheelchair with

know you love animals. You can have as many dogs and cats as you want. When

smile tugged at

the massive cherry blossom tree in the yard, its branches draped with strings

already imagine it in full bloom

swing set swayed

"I began,

saw you standing under a cherry blossom tree at school. The wind caught your hair, and for a moment... you took my

froze, utterly speechless. The house was fully decorated, every detail a

this a coincidence?" I asked, surprise threading through

I knew you designed that home yourself, so I figured this cozy, warm style was what you liked. I found a place that already had a similar look. Some of the

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was perfect... but someone couldn't seem to wait,"

that inpatient," I protested, my cheeks burning

"Meow...

the last time I'd seen it at the

When did you bring

Its cold cleared up, and the pet shop's been

a while, its soft purring filling the room as I held it close. The house was warm and inviting, so I

corner, a massive cat tree stood, perfectly suited

a

bedroom. Ever thoughtful, he'd chosen a ground-floor master

when I pushed the door

the bed was dressed in a bold, festive quilt, giving

I heard the sound of running water. Moments later, Carter emerged, a sharp suit clinging to his frame, his damp

everything was perfect before bringing you here," he said, his ears tigged red. "I know I didn't give you a wedding, but I wanted to

composed, and perfect, every inch the man I'd fallen for. "It's been a long time since you've seen me like this,

throwing my arms around him. "Carter, you're the most thoughtful man in the entire

think you're the only person

don't want to waste this one, You've been through so much, endured so much pain. All I want is to cherish you, to love

Carter.

arms wrapped around my waist as he deepence the kiss, unhurried and

but before I realized it, we were on the bed,

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