Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 462 New Clues

Back in my home, my cat had turned into a fluffy ball of fur over the winter, resembling an adorable

mascot.

With no one around to distract me, I took a shower and relaxed on the couch, scrolling through my iPad.

"Carl, there are so many wedding dress designs! Each one is more stunning than the last-I can't believe how gorgeous they all are."

Without lifting his gaze, Carter continued trimming my toenails. "Just go with the one you love. Don't worry about the cost-I've got it covered."

He wasn't exaggerating. Between Carter's wealth and Bi-my current father-being exceptionally generous over the years, money was the least of our concerns.

Not to mention the stash of gold bars hidden under my bed. Even if we never lifted a finger, there was enough for several lifetimes.

"But I'm just one person. I can't wear all of them at once," I said with a laugh.

"Then choose the features you like most. I'll have a designer create a custom gown

for you."

"What about you? What's your preference?"

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After a moment's thought, he answered seriously, "A traditional dress. I want us to honor the old customs, complete with all the ceremonies and rituals. I'll shower you with betrothal gifts and see you in a pink wedding dress." My eyes sparkled. "Are you suggesting a vintage-style wedding?"

He nodded. "That's right. But it's just what I think. It's our only wedding, so I want it to reflect what truly want."

"This is our wedding," I said, moving closer to him. "How can your opinion not be important?"

I hesitated before asking, "Is it because I once wore a white wedding dress when I married Luke?"

you

"It's not just that. It's also because you were in a white dress stained with blood. That memory bothers me deeply. And ...

He trailed off as he finished trimming my last nail, then wiped his hands with a damp towel in an unhurried way.

"I once promised you that I would marry you when I came back," he said, a wistfulness in his voice, the kind only we could understand.

his. "Alright then. I'll wear the pink wedding dress and marry

traditional-style wedding was far more intricate and costly than a modern one.

endlessly, only

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and my breath caught. I tilted my head up

Finished

woke up sore all over, only to find that Carter had already left for

Since she didn't have many friends here, I

my surprise, Luke

ways in Jaford. He stood in

to take

from our past conversations and likely

holding the photo frame. His eyes were slightly red as he asked, "Chloe, can

I was planning to throw it away

memories tied to the Sanders-and to him-no longer held any value to

the way, Carter and I are

fair to let him know,

he clutched the frame. "That's... good.

walked past me, I noticed the streaks of white in his hair that hadn't been

to the past. It's

voice breaking. "Move on? Chloe, every time I close

if he might crumble at any moment, "This is all my fault.

he staggered away, leaving Whitney and me in

thoughtfully before turning back

for you?" I asked. "Are you going to go

so I've learned a lot. Still, I've been disconnected from the world for 20 years. I want to take some refresher courses and continue my education." From the way Whitney handled things in the car, it was clear she had a resilient and determined spirit, far from the delicate image she sometimes gave

glad to see her bounce back and start rebuilding her

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I said. "I won't

Finished

with a small smile. "I live my life well and make myself

"What about the drug?"

said firmly. "I don't want to erase those memories. Those 20 years remind me every day

answering, she turned to me. "Chloe, Greg discovered something in Grandma's things.

worship altar filled with items like beaded