The Love From Vengeance

57: LATE NIGHT THOUGHTS

ARIEL’S POV

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I stepped out of the house, standing outside, taking a look at the beautiful stars. A gentle breeze brushed against my face, carrying with it a sense of renewal and hope. It was a much–needed respite from the whirlwind of thoughts that had been swirling in my mind.

The prospect of marrying Luke once again had brought a mixture of anticipation and apprehension. Memories of our previous marriage filled my thoughts, particularly the painful moments that had left scars on my heart.

But this time, things would be different. I had grown tenfold in strength and wisdom since then, and I refused to allow history to repeat itself. I promise to fulfill this vengeance of mine without getting a mix of feelings or generating a soft heart.

Harking my mind back, I realized that I had been naïve and easily swayed during our first marriage. Luke had taken advantage of my trusting nature, asserting his dominance and controlling every aspect of our relationship. But that was the past, and I had learned my lesson. I had emerged from those trials with a newfound determination to stand my ground and refuse to be bossed around.

Still gazing at the stars, I found myself reflecting on the growth I had experienced since our separation. I had focused on self–improvement, nurturing my independence, and discovering my own identity outside of the confines of a relationship.

I had surrounded myself with supportive friends and family who had helped me rebuild my shattered confidence. Yes, André and his parents. They helped me a lot in becoming who I am today.

Now, as I stood on the precipice of marrying Luke again, I knew that I had the power to redefine the whole situation. I had become stronger, both emotionally and mentally. I had learned to set boundaries and demand the respect I deserved. The days of being a pushover were behind me.

Yet, even with my newfound strength, I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of uncertainty. I didn’t want to

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grow soft again or be carried away by emotions. I wasn’t going to be lost at any moment. I needed to concentrate on my mission, and it should be just that. I had this fear of transfiguring into the fool I used to be in the past.

But deep down, my heart kept telling me that I couldn’t let that fear hold me back. I had worked hard

past and build a future filled with felicity and happiness with my loved ones. A willingness to destroy Luke and wreck his

pretending to care about him, creating a stronger and more fulfilling marriage. Then I would start stinging him like

me. Still surveying upwards, the weight on my shoulders began to lift. The fresh air and

chance; he wasn’t even ready at all. Even if I wanted to love him again, he would still act like a fool. But for me to get his trust and

all this. This thirst for vengeance had finally grown big, and I was ready to make Luke pay for all

believe

outside, standing next to me as we both gazed up at the night sky. The moon shone brightly, and

was a peaceful moment, and

softly, not glancing at

NIGHT

I looked at

on your belly. Does it still hurt?”

setting my eyes back on the sky. “Well, the pain is kind of

you don’t have to lie to me,” he said. I had to look at

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would I want to be lying? Yes, the pain was

now.”

about that?” Luke asked.

being so caring all of a sudden?” I queried. “A moment ago, you were the one who was like, ‘If it wasn’t for your grandpa, you wouldn’t have anything to do with me‘.”

past. And I know you hate me so much. The thing

you telling me all these?” I asked, raising an

always hated you since the first day we got engaged. I’m not going to lie about

in curiosity. “What’s that?”

deeply, fixing his eyes downward. “This might be hard for me to say, but you are a wonderful person, Ariel. I know, I’ve been treating you badly since

NIGHT