Rewriting My Heart's Fate

Chapter 523

As soon as I stepped out of the car, the doorman greeted me with a beaming smile. I gave a slight nod. "Thank you."

It felt a little strange this kind of treatment. After enduring constant bullying in prison, I wasn't quite used to being shown respect again.

Walking into the restaurant, I was struck by its serene elegance. Every corner exuded a sense of refined charm. Soft candlelight flickered, and the faint sounds of laughter from private dining rooms scattered throughout.

"Here, have a drink," Kevin said. He poured me a cup of whiskey.

I downed it in one gulp, feeling the spicy liquid spread warmth through my body. "Another one!" I said, gesturing grandly.

Kevin obliged and refilled my cup. One cup turned into another, and before I knew it, my face was flushed. My head began to feel light.

"Evelyn, don't overdo it. You might get drunk," Lianne said. She looked at me, worried.

me?" I declared with

the moment, fueled by the drinks and the excitement of freedom, I couldn't stop myself. I laughed loudly, rambled about grand ideas, and let

when we worked

laughter echoing. And yet, the one person who should have been here with me was nowhere

blurred my vision.

don't think about that now. We're celebrating your freedom today. Let's not bring up anything that'll ruin the mood." Kevin quickly

had opened, and

child... my husband... they mean more to me than anything in this

Why are you hiding this from me? Where are

glance before Kevin sighed deeply. "Evelyn, it's a long story..." Lianne finally said. She lowered her

swayed, I made my way toward the door.

He scrambled to his feet and

go! They're my family. I'll find