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.

as the fireworks 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

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 reminded me

of the boys called out to

then I remembered my parents and how they would want me to enjoy this night.

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

do. And in that moment, surrounded by new friends, I felt a sense of peace.

of our l

TSCE YOU THROUGH THE

looking down on me, happy to see me

of the girls said, giving me a

Year,” I replied with a smile, feeling grateful for

my loss, but for now, I was happy to have this memory to hold

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 town. As we made our way through the crowd, my grandfather introduced me to various people, all of them incredibly successful and wealthy.

most prominent real estate developers,” my grandfather said, shaking

pleasure to meet you, sir,” I replied,

sipped on my scotch, I couldn’t help but feel a little out of place. I was only eighteen and surrounded by people at least twice my age. But I felt a tap on my

blonde hair and piercing blue eyes. She had a mischievous smile on her face as she extended her hand toward me.

I’m Hailey,” she said, her voice smooth and

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

and incredibly

I’ve been watching you all night, Luke. And I have to say, I really like what I

could feel my cheeks flush as I tried to formulate a response. Before I could say anything, she leaned in closer and whispered in my ear.

want to have