The Love From Vengeance

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ARIEL’S POV

I never knew life could get this twisted. Growing up, I always thought life was supposed to be a certain way. I had expectations of what my future would look like,

than smooth sailing.

But as I got older, I realized that thing doesn’t alway and I never imagined it being anything other

go

of our

live plann

There are unexpected twists and

turns that can completely change the course And now, looking back, I can see that my life. turns that can completely change the course o was always meant to be like this.

These challenges and obstacles were meant to shape me into the person I am today. They taught me valuable lessons and have made me stronger and more resilient. I may not have chosen this path for myself, but I have come to accept it and embrace it. I never knew life could get this twisted, but I wouldn’t could get this twisted, but I wouldn’t

change it for anything.

For the two days prior, I had been at the hospital with Luke, refusing to leave his side. Seeing him in that vulnerable state, unable to remember anything, was heartbreaking.

I did my best to help him regain his memories, constantly reminding him of our shared experiences and inside jokes. I told him stories of our adventures and showed him pictures of our happy moments

together.

It was a difficult and emotionally draining experience, but I was determined to help him remember the regain his memories, and we would be able to create new one’s together. Until then, I would continue to stand by his side and be his support system through that challenging time.

person he used to be. I knew that with time and patience, he would eventuall

I approached Luke’s room, and a whirlwind of emotions churned inside me. I took a deep breath to steady e. I took a deep breath to steady myself before pushing the door open. Luke was sitting up in bed, his gaze fixed on some distant point, lost in thought, I’d say.

“Luke,” I said softly, stepping closer to him.

He turned his head slowly, his eyes meeting mine. “Hey,” he replied, his voice quiet.

I took a seat beside him on the bed, and technically, my heart was pounding in my chest. “Luke, I have some news,” I began, trying to keep my voice kinda steady. Yeah, steady.

expectantly, waiting for me to

physically fit to leave the

a hint of confusion. “Leave the hospital? But why? I thought I was supposed

necessarily help you regain your memories faster. Sometimes, being in a

your house?”

I nodded, with a small smile playing on my lips. “Yes, I think it’s time. Besides, I’ve missed having you around

he let

I couldn’t help but wrap my arms around him in a tight hug.

much to me, and I

before pulling away. Yeah, he was

actually.

supposed to trust you, right? I mean, there’s no way you can lie in

at his innocent face. I had been lost in his

back to reality as he voiced this for the second time.

I responded immediately. “But, Luke, I

me. “You can

lady you don’t like, all for

silent for a moment. But then he finally spoke, “Why are

much. It’s just a question.”

skeptical look. “Are you sure

would you be asking if I’m

“I don’t know. I just

I cut

“Well…I can’t say anything. I can’t cling to my thoughts.”

understand,” I replied inaudibly, looking in a different

I wouldn’t.”

glanced at him right away. “Say

there’s no way I would get married

an eyebrow. “What if your

out a deep sigh and

Does this man know that his grandfather, Sir Reynold, was no more? I didn’t

be thinking that

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