The Love From Vengeance

313: THE MONSTER THAT YOU ARE

FLASHBACK

LUKE’S POV

I took Harriet’s hand as we strolled down the cobblestone streets of New Haven, the

crisp autumn air swirling around us. Tonight was special; I had made reservations at one of the city’s most exclusive restaurants, Le Vingt–Cinq. I could feel her

excitement radiating beside me, her eyes moving with so much love.

The moment we approached the entrance, I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of nervousness. Would everything be perfect? Would she enjoy the evening as much as I hoped she would? Pushing aside my doubts, I held my head high and led her inside.

The restaurant’s interior was stunning, with dim lighting casting a warm glow over the elegant decor. A maître d greeted us with a smile and led us to our table near a large window overlooking the city skyline. Harriet’s gasp of awe made my heart swell

with pride; I had made the right choice.

We settled into our seats, and I couldn’t tear my eyes away from her. She looked

breathtaking, the soft candlelight dancing across her features. Taking a deep breath. to steady my nerves, I reached for her hand across the table.

“Harriet,” I began, my voice barely above a whisper. “I wanted tonight to be special because you mean everything to me. I love you more than words can express.

Her eyes widened in surprise, a soft smile spreading across her lips. “Luke, I love you too,” she murmured, squeezing my hand in return.

With a sense of relief flooding through me, I leaned back in my chair, determined to make this night one to remember. We perused the menu, indulging in dishes we had only dreamed of trying before. Each bite was a symphony of flavors, a testament to

the chef’s skill and expertise.

And as the evening wore on, our conversation flowed effortlessly, laughter mingling

with the gentle hum of the restaurant around us. We talked about everything and nothing, our words weaving together like a tapestry of shared memories and dreams,

for the future.

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or the ambiance that made this night unforgettable; it was the way Harriet looked at me, with love and adoration shining in her

joy.

plates were cleared away, and I reached into my pocket, fingers brushing against the velvet box hidden inside. I knew the moment was right; I wanted to spend the rest of my life with this incredible woman by my

a deep breath, I slid the box across

you marry me?” I asked, my voice

sparkling ring nestled inside. For a moment, time seemed to stand still as she gazed at the ring, and then she looked up at me,

engaged to that woman, Ariel. How are

I’ll talk to my grandfather; I’ll change his mind about that woman, and after that, the both of us can get married. So put

ring on.”

do that. You have to prove to me first that our love is stronger than anything else in this world. So when you’re done ending that engagement with Ariel, I’ll slide in my finger, whatever ring you give me. But for now, that’s

I said lowly and let out a sigh, putting the ring in the box and straight into my pocket. Her words really ruined my happiness, but there was some

Indeed, there was some truth

END OF FLASHBACK

me. I looked down at her because it had been a long since the two of us were this close. And I didn’t even want to get too close to her anymore. Well, I did feel sorry for her when she was in prison, to

THAT

talking about right

hell with her and her looks. They might be great to other folks, but to- me, they’re just as hideous as

coldly, in a whisper. I think I was short on words at the moment because the anger boiling inside of me was way too much for me to even say a damn thing. What are you

park to watch the little children play, too. Don’t you think you’re the only one who gets to

you doing here?” This time, my

way.

going to make me afraid. I was in a relationship with you for eight years. So just

so crazy, Harriet. I can’t keep on wasting my time with a monster

spare me the melodrama, Luke. You knew. exactly what kind of person I was when you

I never imagined you’d stoop so low as to endanger so many lives just to get what you