Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 1193 Echoes of Sacrifice

"Did you mention your photography skills when you applied?"

"In a few days, you'll capture the official engagement announcement photo for the client and her fiancé at the birthday party. How does that sound?"

"There's extra payment on the table."

Lucy gave a decisive nod and reached for her phone, switching it off. At that moment, a glimmer of anticipation shone in her eyes, hinting at the promising opportunities ahead.

She committed to the event planning job for three compelling reasons.

Firstly, she feared that Alexis might attempt to gain custody of Lennon without a stable career, leaving her without the means to fight back.

Secondly, in moments of idle reflection, thoughts of Lennon would inevitably cloud her mind, stirring melancholy that she sought to deflect through purposeful activity.

And lastly...

She gently placed her hand over her liver, a bitter smile tugging at her lips. The severity of her cirrhosis often inflicts excruciating pain, a constant reminder of the fragility of her health.

Her condition had forced Lucy to step away from her role as a frontline doctor. The risk of falling ill during surgery posed an unacceptable danger to her patients' lives, a reality she couldn't ignore.

the weight of her decision, Lucy suppressed her sorrow and picked up her phone. With a steadying

promised Lennon she would finish planning the event so that she would follow

intentions-was she trying to see

the case, Lucy thought fiercely, Violet could watch

defeat in their relationship, so

anticipate whether Lennon might exploit

now her sole

failing health, Lucy refused to relinquish

she couldn't continue, Alexis and

child over to Cherise eased her mind,

experiencing

"Tell me the truth..."

in the quiet bedroom, sending a shiver

head, her eyes dark pools of sorrow. "Lennon, what's going to happen to him in the end? Is he

die, he wouldn't have taken such decisive

believe Lennon's feelings for Lucy were not strong enough to keep her by his side, which influenced his

suggested a different truth

pushed her aside, even facilitating her relationship with another man by removing any hindrances, all to ensure that Lucy had the opportunity to be with

a lack of caring; it was a deep and selfless love, willing