Chapter 0146

After a few emotional minutes at Peter’s final resting place, Marcus Bartz gently urged Valerie to leave. The security team had signaled that someone was loltering nearby–a risk Marcus couldn’t afford. “My beloved Valerie, we need to go. It’s dangerous to say here,” Marcus said, his eyes scanning, the

area.

Valerie sighed, gripping the memories that weighed heavy on her heart. “I understand. Thank you for letting me see him. I feel more at peace now.”

With one last look, they left the cemetery quickly, avoiding any chance of being noticed by anyone connected to the Palmer or Levett families.

After twenty minutes of driving, the convoy arrived in Westhaven, stopping in front of an expansive white mansion. The three–story home boasted spacious rooms, grand windows, and lush gardens overflowing with vibrant greenery.

Marcus had personally insisted to Frederick that the security measures be top–notch. Despite the exclusivity of the neighborhood, Marcus knew his enemies wouldn’t hesitate to breach the area if they were determined enough. He wasn’t just protecting himself anymore–his wife and children were now his priority.

“Welcome home, Valerie,” Marcus said, opening the grand door of the mansion.

like our home in Hesperia,” Valerie said, her eyes wide as

do, though. Seeing where Peter rests has given you some closure, and today is important for that and another reason. Come

emotions from the day. “Marcus, I know this is hard for you too. I’m sorry you had to see me like that

fact that you let me into your heart is enough for me to love you every day of my life,” Marcus

about gardens, Marcus?” she teased, trying to lighten

too. You and our children are

maintained space awaited them. Valerie noticed. a figure sitting at one of the garden chairs by the

is that?” Valerie asked, her voice tinged with

You know her well, and I’m

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for her

woman. Her mind raced, trying to place the figure, but no clear memory

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