The Love From Vengeance

259: Throwback: I SEE YOU THROUGH THE STARS

LUKE’S POV

FLASHBACK

I stood outside my mansion, the cold winter air biting at my skin as I shivered in my thin coat. It was New Year’s Eve; I was just seventeen. As I gazed up at the starry sky, memories flooded. I remember when I was just a little kid, my mother would take me outside on New Year’s Eve, and we would shout. at the top of our lungs until the clock struck 12:00 am. It was our little tradition, one that I looked forward to every year.

But now, my parents are gone. They had passed away In a car accident ten years ago, and everything has changed since then. I was left with my massive mansion, countless servants, and a large inheritance. And there was my grandfather, who was always there for me. But none of it mattered to me. I would give it all up just to have my parents back and to have them by my side on this special night.

I watched as people around the neighborhood set off fireworks, their shouts and laughter filling the air. It was a cheerful sight but only made me feel more alone. I longed for my mother’s warm embrace. and my father’s booming laugh. I closed my eyes and tried to

imagine them standing next to me,

celebrating the new year together.

“Luke, are you okay?” A voice brought me back to reality, and I turned to see my butler, James, standing behind me.

“I’m fine, James,” I replied with a forced smile.

“You should come inside; it’s freezing out here,” he said, concern evident in his voice.

“I’ll be there in a minute,” I assured him, wanting to be alone for a little while longer.

“As you wish, sir,” James said before walking back into the warmth of the house.

continued to light up the night. I couldn’t help but feel a pang of envy towards those families celebrating together. I wished I could join them, but I couldn’t

a loud bang caught my attention, and I looked up to see a group of teenagers shooting off a large firework. They were laughing and cheering; their joy was contagious. I couldn’t help but smile at their excitement. It

want to join us?” One of the boys called

for a moment, unsure if I wanted to be around other people. But then I remembered my parents and how they would want me to enjoy

clock struck 12:00 am, we all shouted “Happy New Year!” at the

like my mother and I used to do. And in that moment, surrounded by new friends, I felt a

of our l

TSCE YOU THROUGH THE STARS

down on me, happy

New Year, Luke,” one of the girls said, giving me

replied with a smile, feeling grateful for

I laughed and talked with my new friends, feeling like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I knew I still had a long way to go in dealing with my loss, but for now, I was happy to have

chandeliers, expensive art pieces, and people dressed in their finest designer clothes. My grandfather and I were invited to this party by one of our business partners, who was throwing a soiree for all the billionaires in

real estate developers,” my grandfather said, shaking hands with a man who looked to

to meet you, sir,” I replied,

few more introductions, I excused myself and headed towards the bar to get a drink. As I sipped on my scotch, I couldn’t help but feel a little out

piercing blue eyes. She had a mischievous smile on her face

Hailey,” she said, her

and her beauty took me aback. I introduced myself, and we struck up a conversation. Hailey told me that she was the daughter of a notable billionaire in New Haven and had recently moved back home after

felt drawn to her. She was smart, funny, and incredibly charming. But

say, I really

tried to formulate a response. Before I could say anything, she leaned in closer and whispered

have