Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 249 An Accident

Chapter 249 An Accident

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Carter was only a few years older than Luke, but he exhibited far greater maturity and stability in both character and demeanor.

He had always felt profective of Luke, especially since his sister-in-law saved Luke's life, which made his current stance all the more surprising.

"The Bolton family has coddled him too much, leading to his regression. He lacks responsibility and courage, acting more like a spoiled child than a man!" Carter tapped the armrest of his wheelchair in frustration as he spoke,

He was usually so composed around me, seldom showing such frustration.

I was not scared by his anger; instead, I found his passion rather endearing. It lightened the tension I had been feeling because of Anna, and I let out a chuckle.

"You don't just seem a few years older than him; you come off more like his father."

"Chloe, I'm sorry. He's hurt you, and I can't undo that."

Carter's eyes were filled with remorse.

"Then let him try to make it right."

"Indeed, he owes you that much."

We decided to set aside the compromised brooch. After all, I have plenty of jewelry, and its eavesdropping capabilities are limited; locked in a safe, it could not pick up anything from the outside. When I might use it again would be a matter of chance

Anna probably hoped to catch some useful tidbits from me on the way home, unaware that I had begun my performance the moment I stepped into the car.

She only heard what I allowed her to hear.

With three days until the New Year, Anna showed no signs of easing off.

must be intimidated by me, seizing the chance

me

how she would react to the 'wedding gift' I had prepared for

morning, I woke up unusually

night had been restless, filled

servants were busy clearing it from

Carter was no longer beside me, stirring

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him. "Where are you,

early, and you didn't sleep well last night.

I'm worried about you, did

a slight smile. "Don't

"But..."

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almost there. If you can't sleep, why not get up and

made me uneasy; he

cold floor against my bare feet, and

my presence disrupt his

I do? What

dressed. Fortunately, Damian was not at home either,

Sheila was having breakfast with

over most of his projects to him, Adam had

last ten years trying to curry favor with Jeffrey, hoping he

run-ins with Anna, I

have a meal," Jeffrey