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.

then. I'll wear the pink wedding dress and marry you

a modern one.

waited endlessly, only to never be with the one I

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met, and my breath caught. I tilted my

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

to come over. Since she didn't have many friends here, I happily agreed and

my surprise, Luke

known he had returned since we last parted ways in Jaford. He stood in my room,

he wanted to take some of your belongings with

overheard bits about Luke from our past conversations and likely

photo frame. His eyes were slightly red as

I was planning to throw it away

the Sanders-and to him-no

way, Carter and I are planning our

felt it was only fair to let him know, given

hands trembled as he clutched the

noticed the streaks of white in his hair that hadn't been

the past.

breaking. "Move on? Chloe,

crumble at any moment, "This is all my fault. I deserve everything

staggered away, leaving Whitney

watched him thoughtfully before

what's next for you?" I asked. "Are you going

I might not have gone to school, but Taylor arranged for private tutors, 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

see her bounce back

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said. "I won't worry

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small smile. "I live

"What about the drug?"

said firmly. "I don't want to erase those memories. Those 20 years remind me every day to live my best life moving forward." I smiled in relief. "You're

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

items like beaded bracelets, religious statues, and a Bible. Kate retrieved a small sandalwood box. "There are some letters