The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning

Chapter 155

Madelyn mused, ‘Zach’s willingness to go to any lengths to achieve his goals is almost frightening.’

However, a glimmer of optimism surfaced as she considered, “Yet, with Ethan’s support… Maybe I can study overseas after high school. It seems like a better plan. I won’t have to wait for Ventropolis’ annual foreign exchange program.”

“Ethan…” Madelyn’s uncertainty grew as she grappled with how to broach this topic. Her rapport with Ethan was still developing, and she wasn’t sure if she could rely on him for help.

Ethan raised an eyebrow, “Yeah?”

Madelyn’s words stumbled out hesitantly, “I… um…”

Just as Madelyn was about to voice her thoughts, a blinding light suddenly engulfed them.

turned the steering wheel, and

huge truck, heavy as

prepared for the worst, squeezing her eyes shut, until a strong, comforting hand

deep voice came, “You’re safe, no need to be scared.”

soothing. Madelyn nestled into his chest, hearing the quick thump of his heart. She realized he

the same danger, he acted just like Zach, protecting

Madelyn – the picture of a dog jumping at her when she was small. Zach had shielded her even though he got hurt himself, his arm still showing the deep scars. In his arms, Madelyn listened to his heartbeat. Strangely, unlike

Madelyn’s previous life, everyone in Ventropolis knew Zach ruled the city. But even though he had all that power, he kind of ignored his wife, treating

“Madelyn…”

reality at the voice cutting through her

in crashing into the guardrail. The fancy Cayenne was now a

looked