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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long as you

to impress and

the Chloe who had to be polished all the time. It felt like a return to

to campus," Carter said,

always wanted to be by your side as you grow and experience life," he admitted. "It's a blessing that I've been given the chance to

so lucky to have you with me now

I'll be here to pick you up this

and kissed his cheek before stepping out of the

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

that I would return, now under a completely

had been on Luke. Even before graduation, we were already juggling 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

with Alec Walsh, the dean

him first

careful preparations, Alece greeted me

welcome here. Please have a seat. I've been informed of your situation by Mr. Bolton, so there's no need to worry about academic

you, Mr.

hands. "Not at all. We're grateful to Mr. Bolton for his

smooth things over for me were just another reminder of how much he cared. "You don't have to be so formal," I told Alec.

another transfer student is starting this

Mr.

she is now," Alec added,

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entered, and I showed a faint shile. What a coincidence-it

was smaller

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of what Bill had done to her and Monica, but it was clear that Sadie's true identity had been exposed. She couldn't return to her home country now, as everyone would know she wasn't the real heiress, Snowville was her only refuge. Sadie's surprise at seeing me was evident in

here.

you

to run into me

me as the Boltons' daughter-in-law and wasn't aware of my relationship

enough to broadcast that he'd been cheated on, so Sadie continued

both of you have the last name Gardner

joking, Mr. Walsh, I

I might reveal her secrets, Sadie was more

If he ever found

her distance, only approaching me privately when

You've already stolen everything that's mine, and now you've followed me to

their name. You'd better tread carefully, or I'll expose the truth, and you won't even get your graduation certificate." Crossing my arms, I stared her down