Chapter 76
Celena’s cheek stung badly, and a vivid handprint blazed across her once pale and lovely face. The Stone family’s insults echoed in her ears, and tears welled up in her eyes
Cheryl’s slap had shattered her resolve, and the jeers from the Stone family snapped her back to a harsh reality.
The Stone family was no longer her refuge. There was no place for her and Jovie within the Stone family’s walls. “Liam, let’s get out of here and never look back. The Stone family isn’t my home anymore. They won’t accept me…” Celena said as she turned and tugged at Liam’s arm.
However, Liam stood rooted to the spot. He could not believe Cheryl had slapped Celena right in front of him, causing her cheek to swell before his eyes. Rage ignited within him.
The usually calm Liam was suddenly a storm of fury, his presence dominating the banquet hall. He pulled Celena back from leaving and fixed Cheryl with an icy glare. He roared, “Apologize to her. Now!”
His demand was met with sneers and eye rolls from the crowd. They looked at Liam as if he had lost his mind. “Has Liam gone crazy? A nobody from the Cole family expecting an apology from Cheryl? Does he think he’s someone special?”
hot-headed ex-soldier who’s recently left the service with no one to back
got a death wish, acting up
bit wary of Liam, but she drew courage from the
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at the event. With her family around, she was sure Celena would not
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haughty pride. She let out a disdainful snort. “Hmph! Me, apologize to her? Is that lowlife even worth it? Liam, you’re just a lost mutt. What gives you the right to boss me around? I have not even begun to deal with you, and you have the nerve to show up here! You two are quite the pair, a lost mutt and a disgrace who’s been kicked out of her own home. Then, there’s the little love child. What a ‘happy family* you make! Want me to apologize?
Slap!
cheek was like a thunderclap, sending her surgically enhanced nose
the Stone family calls manners? Has the Stone family run out of decent people where there isn’t one person here to know manners? Since no one else
"My Invincible Husband Has Returned" by Urban is a gripping urban novel that delves into the depths of family, sacrifice, and the consequences of past decisions.
In the heart-wrenching opening scene, we find ourselves in a hospital room where a young girl, Jovie, fights for her life amidst a sea of medical equipment. Her mother, Celena Stone, clings desperately to her daughter's hand, her anguish palpable as she tries to comfort her gravely injured child. Despite the agony etched on Celena's face, she holds onto hope, reassuring Jovie that her father will return if she holds on.
Celena's plea for help sets the stage for the dramatic entrance of Liam Cole, a decorated military figure and the godson of the prestigious Cole family. Just as Liam is about to be officially handed the reins of the Cole dynasty, he receives a life-altering call revealing the existence of his daughter, Jovie, and her dire condition.
The sudden revelation shatters Liam's composed exterior, plunging him into a whirlwind of emotions ranging from disbelief to profound regret. As he rushes to his daughter's side, abandoning his prestigious ceremony, Liam's inner turmoil becomes palpable, revealing a man torn between duty and the overwhelming desire to right past wrongs.
With each passing moment, the urgency of the situation mounts, driving Liam to push the limits in his quest to reach Jovie before it's too late. His determination to make amends for his past negligence fuels his every action, propelling him toward a confrontation with his own failings and the chance for redemption.
As the narrative unfolds, "My Invincible Husband Has Returned" navigates the intricate dynamics of family bonds, forgiveness, and the resilience of the human spirit. With its blend of heart-stopping suspense and poignant introspection, this novel promises to captivate readers from start to finish, leaving them eagerly awaiting the next twist in this compelling tale of love and redemption...