When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1935

Chapter 1935 Chelsea Sides With Magnus

Allen hadn't expected Chelsea to side with Magnus so readily.

In an instant, the image he had so carefully built before her crumbled to dust.

There was no reason to stay any longer. Composing himself, he offered a faint smile. “Not at all, Ms. Rainsworth. It was just a passing question,” he said lightly. "The party seems to be winding down, and I have other matters to attend to. I'll take my leave."

Without waiting for a response, he turned and walked away, his retreat brisk and quiet.

Outside, Miranda caught up with him.

"Allen, how did it go?" she asked, slightly breathless.

He exhaled sharply. "Not well. Someone sabotaged it."

Miranda's eyes widened. "Who? Who dares interfere in your business?"

"Cecilia's brother," Allen muttered, then paused. "Miranda, don't bother anymore. Chelsea knows I'm married. She probably thinks I'm trying to deceive her into a relationship. There's no saving this."

After speaking, Allen slipped into the car and shut the door behind him.

remained rooted to the spot, seething. She

buzzed. He glanced at the screen. It

sticker of

wife's gentle face

he clenched the necklace

moment, he finally typed out a reply: I'll be

was overcome by an inexplicable wave of guilt and

first time, he had glimpsed the darkness within himself. There was no doubt in his mind:

he had married her. For the first three years, their love had been intense, unwavering. Even

nearly eight

the initial fire had quietly burned

steadfast, that he would never stray, never be tempted

today, when

youth, her

stirred something in him he hadn't anticipated. To his dismay,

after, Allen's phone rang again.

He picked up. "Dad."

But if there's still à chance, you should take it. Having Chelsea as a daughter-in-law is very

I understand." There wasn't much else Allen could say. Refusal

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