Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

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Chapter 329 The Carlyns Appear

Chapter 329 The Carlyns Appear

After a grueling winter, the snow finally ceased, and walige herbed the land I saw a new prog shady dealings at a car repair shop

The story gained traction online, with self-media platform amplifying it while authorines wund the opportunity to spread awareness about fraud. Yet, I knew this revelation was just scratching the surface

Countless individuals still languished in hardship, and while we managed to rescue the victims tied to one repair shop, there were thousands more beyond our reach.

Where greed thrived, malevolence would always follow Some people were willing to abandon their humanity, transforming into monsters for the sake of th

Fireworks suddenly burst outside, reminding me it was the 15th day of the New Year.

Many incidents had unfolded in just two weeks, and I had nearly lost track of time.

Carter embraced me from behind, his voice warm and soothing "Zoey's school transfer is finalized. The semester starts soon. Will you attend?"

He always sought my input before making decisions, a trait I cherished.

"Sure, I should at least familiarize myself with the campus," I replied.

It was a rare moment of peace, with the opposing side yet to regroup. I decided to take advantage of it and enjoy quality time with Carter. After going through the unsettling experience of my soul separating from my body, I held this relationship even closer to my heart. "Alright, I'll take care of everything," he said.

On my first day of school, I stood in front of the mirror, trying on five different outfits,

Carter stepped out of the bathroom and noticed my dilemma. "What's wrong?" he asked, amused.

I gestured toward the growing pile of clothes. "I haven't been to school in years. What do college students wear these days?"

1 didn't want to look too old and stand out, but I also didn't want to seem like I was trying too hard and come across as childish.

To my surprise, Carter chuckled. "You're beautiful no matter what you wear."

Playfully, I gave him a light punch in the chest. "Come on, tell me what I should wear."

with college f

"Chloe," he said with a grin, "I haven't exactly been keeping up trends. But it's still late winter, and it's pretty chilly, so I'd say warmth comes first."

Following his advice, I settled on a fluffy down jacket, and Carter thoughtfully wrapped a soft cashmere scarf around my neck, covering half of my face. "You look perfect," he said.

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smiled at him. "As long as you like it, I'm

was used to dressing to impress and wearing makeup for every outing. It

I was no longer the Chloe who had to be polished all the time. It felt like

you to campus,"

you grow and experience life," he admitted.

I'm so lucky to

the school gates. I'll be here to pick you up

I smiled warmly and kissed his cheek before stepping out

front of the familiar gates, I found myself lost in thought. It was the

would return, now under a completely different

multiple projects, leaving little room for moments like this. Leisure was a luxury I hadn't known back then. Now, under the gentle warmth of the sun, even the breeze felt softer, as though the world itself had

I needed to meet with Alec Walsh, the dean of her department, so I

him first

preparations, Alece greeted me

Please have a seat. I've been informed of your situation by

you, Mr. Walsh,"

"Not at all. We're grateful to Mr.

how much he cared. "You don't have to be so formal," I told Alec. "Just call me Zoey while

the way, another transfer student

you again, Mr. Walsh,"

trouble-it's my job. Ah, there she is now," Alec added, glancing toward the

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had entered, and I showed a faint shile.

the world was

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to her home country now, as everyone would know she wasn't the real heiress,

here.

you so insistent,

to run into me

Alec asked, puzzled. He only saw me as the

cheated on, so Sadie

both of you have the last name

faint smile. "You must be joking, Mr. Walsh, I don't

her secrets, Sadie was more restrained

Ashley. If he ever found out she wasn't Bill's biological daughter,

we introduced ourselves. Sadie kept her distance,

this on purpose? You've already stolen everything that's mine,

where you started. But even now, you're still benefiting from their name. You'd better tread carefully, or I'll