Even after Her Death by Rita Bond

Chapter 462

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?"

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"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.

I'll wear the pink

was far more intricate and costly than a modern one. But how often did someone get the chance

endlessly, only to never be with

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breath caught. I tilted my

Finished

all over, only

didn't have many friends

surprise, Luke was

Jaford. He stood in my room, tall and imposing, his hand brushing

said he wanted to

our past conversations and likely called me over to

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

was planning

Sanders-and to

the way, Carter

was only fair to let him know, given

clutched the frame. "That's... good. I'm happy for

me, I noticed the streaks of

back to the past.

shook his head, his voice breaking. "Move on? Chloe, every time I close my

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

leaving Whitney and me in

before turning

I asked. "Are you going to go to the

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

her bounce back and start rebuilding her

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Chapter 462 New Clues

great," I said. "I won't worry

Finished

she replied with a small smile. "I live my life well

"What about the drug?"

Those 20 years remind me every day to live my best life moving forward."

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

items like beaded bracelets,

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