Chapter 0845

+25 BONUS

Throughout their conversation, Alden had asked his father multiple times if he wanted to see Celeste, but Peter refused every time. He even seemed irritated whenever her name was mentioned. However, whenever Alden spoke about his mother, there was a glimmer in Peter’s eyes–something Alden kept to himself.

“Celeste, why don’t you go home? Dad is asleep, you’ve seen him–he’s awake and stable. You need to rest in a comfortable bed. The babies deserve that, too.”

Celeste had to admit she needed rest. Her back was killing her, and her feet ached. Alden had already arranged for their family to stay at the house in Westhaven, so there was no need to spend the night at a hotel. Exhausted, she finally agreed–it was time to sleep in a real bed again. She take a bath, get some rest, and clear her mind.

But before leaving, she told Alden she wanted to see Peter, even if he was asleep. Alden didn’t hesitate to nod in agreement, especially since Diana would be staying behind while he took Celeste home–and he’d also take the chance to see his wife, Serenity.

Celeste stepped into the dimly lit hospital room and sat beside Peter’s bed.

“Peter… I know you’re asleep, but I just want to say… thank you for not leaving us alone. I don’t want to be alone again. Our babies are growing well, and I haven’t found out their gender yet because I wanted to wait until you were okay, so we could do it together.”

“I know this isn’t easy, but don’t ever forget–just like you took care of me after my accident, I’ll be here for you. For our children. For our family… I love you, Peter. And only you know just how much I love you.‘

She was about to let go of his hand when his eyes opened.

the look in them… it

matter how hard she searched those beautiful

find even

a

www

Peter she knew.

I’m asking you not to come in

**

she didn’t recognize–something sharp and unfeeling. Without saying another word, she walked out of the room,

the possible scenarios she had imagined… she never

didn’t tell Alden about

the time they arrived home, Serenity greeted Alden with a warm kiss. Celeste watched and smiled faintly, though it felt hollow.

entire house felt unfamiliar to

to be. That was the

weeks, she allowed herself

living with Peter, she had learned to take lavender baths to ease her anxiety. So tonight, she did the same. She needed

matter how much she tried to relax, Peter’s words echoed in

man she loved, the man who had once promised

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