When There Is Nothing Left But Love (Ashton And Scarlett)

Chapter 1038 Mini Interlude

 Listening to him reminisce about the past, I was suddenly transported back to the day I received my ultrasound report and found out I was six weeks pregnant. It was years ago, but I felt like it only happened yesterday.

He continued speaking, “I almost lost it when I found out that you privately aborted the child, but thank God Dr. Ludwick said you were alright and that you actually lied to me.” He sighed in fond exasperation before moving on, “You really are a naughty girl, you know that? I didn't call you out on your lie. I thought that as long as we had a child, you wouldn’t leave and everything would turn out fine. I thought we could live happily as a family, and that's why I made a decision I’ll never be able to forgive myself for. All these years, I've unintentionally hurt you and failed to give you a sense of security. I didn't love you enough and hurt you more times than I can count. Scarlett, I... Even though I’m not exactly a thoughtful or gentle guy, are you still willing to spend the rest of your life with me?”

Staring at the ring he was holding out in front of me, I pursed my lips. “Ashton, you seriously suck at sweet-talking— even your proposal is so sad and pathetic. You're lucky I like you, or I wouldn't be bothered listening to your nonsense.” The crowd erupted with laughter and Hannah’s teasing voice sounded. “Yeah. You know he's bad at everything. Yet, he's the only one you want. Ms. Stovall, just quit the act and say yes to your dear Mr. Fuller!”

Following that, everyone else unanimously urged, “Say yes!”

I studied Ashton in front of me, my lips twitching slightly. “You're proposing to me with only a ring? What's worse, this is Hannah and Chandler's wedding. Are you here to give them your blessing or crash their wedding?”

guests' children even brought over the flower basket Chandler’s parents weaved, placing it beside Ashton. It was obvious that it was to replace a

missing a beat, Ashton took the flower basket. Perhaps he felt that it wasn't fitting that I carried a flower basket in my hands, he stood to his feet and left the venue. Everyone in the hall was momentarily stunned by

he returned several minutes later with a large bouquet of bright red roses in hand. As a handsome and captivating man, he painted

that I want in life. I will love you in my own way and also in yours. We still

his words, suddenly saying so much in one go. I bet it wouldn't be too far-fetched to claim

Put your hand out for him to slip the ring on!” Hannah impatiently urged beside me. Before I could react, she grabbed my hand and pushed

from Ashton's grip, was smoothly slipped onto my finger. Our mini-interlude enlivened the already blissful occasion

very lively

to persuade me to stay in the suburbs for the night. Although Ashton didn't say a word, from the way he kept a tight hold on my

we chatted briefly. Before leaving, I hesitated slightly and decided to say, “Hannah, John came today. He wanted me to offer you his blessings. He said thank you for taking care of him for so many years and that