Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 429 Will You Miss Me?

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Luke and I had shared a unique bond for two decades, but it had been six months since our paths diverged.

Even so, hearing his name again felt surreal-like stepping into a different world.

Not long ago, Luke came to Jaford after a single call from me, Luke came to Jaford. We met briefly, yet I couldn't fathom why he'd shown up at Carlyn Residence. "Where is he now?" I asked.

"He came with... " Yael hesitated, glancing at Carter as though he couldn't say the name aloud.

"He came with Mr. Bolton, but he didn't approach. He just stayed at a distance, watching you, and then left."

Carter then explained, "Your fake death hurt him deeply. He's stayed in Jaford, likely just to confirm you're alive."

"Hmm."

I nodded faintly, my thoughts wandering to Luke. What was he thinking now? As Oliver's son, his connection to everything ran deep.

I once believed that Amber might be one of the lost Bolton twins, but now it seemed she wasn't. It seemed more likely the twins were alive and in hiding.

Most of the mysteries surrounding Amber had already been unraveled, and I was confident she wouldn't harm Carter.

That left one explanation-the car crash involving Carter and Esther could have been orchestrated by the missing twins.

Their vendetta wasn't against the Sanders but the Boltons. I couldn't help but wonder if Amber was somehow linked to them.

We'd need to wait until we were back in Snowville to uncover the truth about the Boltons. For now, removing Whitney's chip took priority.

That chip felt like a constant burden, making it impossible for me to relax or even eat in until it was gone.

Whitney and Taylor's wedding was just three days away. I had been staying at Carlyn Residence to assist with the preparations.

peace

Taylor spent most of his time in silence, either smoking on the porch or staring off into the distance.

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Whitney's mood mirrored his-she seemed despondent, far from a glowing bride.

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Yael, likely because Amber was cooking for

dress for the banquet.

before throwing it into the trash. "Chloe, I've already

with this jealous guy every day? Doesn't it drive

you haven't learned your lesson yet. Do you want me to

obeyed, sticking close to Taylor as usual. Later that afternoon, while Carter was away, Yael slipped

with ruby-red eyes and a tiny bell around its

if I'm not with you, seeing this will remind you of me," he said

you don't

plant

had lost all

I'm leaving Jaford after

you go?"

looking into my

long as

for me weren't romantic brought me a sense of relief. "Yael, keep your hands clean. Stay in

understood the importance of shielding his brother. Years of protection had allowed Yael to keep his

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"I understand, Chloe."

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was obvious Taylor had invested a lot of effort into it.

ran her fingers over the gown's surface, captivated. No woman could resist such

stunning," I assured

envy flickered through me as memories of my ill-fated wedding

dress-had been manipulated by Wisteria. In the end, I had died in the snow wearing something

Taylor's marriage might not last, he was

moment.

had also come at

Whitney had once said, perhaps she would never fall

wish for her to marry. I only wanted her to live a happy and fulfilling life. That

seeing her get married was

most radiant bride in the world, at least for that one day, to feel like the happiest

real diamonds? Taylor sure is generous. But

If I ever get married, I'd wear the most extravagant dress I could find. We

Zoey's eyes

lit

How about

her off. "No, I want to take

you always put