Chapter 197Chloe’s POV. As I got dressed for work, Lucy was still fast asleep. I considered waking her up, but she seemed distant lately, and I wasn't sure how to approach her. recently, she had been cold and distant. I didn't know what was bothering her, and I didn't know how to bridge the gap that had grown between us. I sighed and decided to let her sleep, hoping that she would come around eventually.My mind wandered back to the previous day when Bryan shared the painful story behind his phobia. He had confided in me about the traumatic experience in high school, where he lost his best friend to bullying. The memory of his tears and his vulnerability still lingered in my mind. I felt a pang of empathy for him, remembering how he had opened up to me, trusting me with his secret. I finished applying my makeup, my thoughts still on Bryan and his story.I walked over to Lucy on the bed and gently tapped her shoulder twice. She opened her eyes slowly. “I’m going to shop now,” I said
Chapter 198Chloe’s pov. After the kiss with Bryan, I hadn’t gotten myself together yet. I couldn’t get the reason why he kissed me out of my head. I was on the machine, joining the last pieces of the last cloth, but my mind wasn’t there. My mind was still reeling from what Bryan said earlier. I asked him why he had kissed me, and he told me he loved me, which I couldn’t believe. He always scolded me, always showing me his wrath, so why would he claim to love me?Someone tapped my shoulder, and I mistakenly set my hands on the needles, causing them to match and throw my fingers into a bloody mess. I screamed on seeing it, my body shaking as I used my second hand to hold the hand with the needles stuck in it.“What the heck!” Jake screamed, running towards me and holding my hands to take a proper look. “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to startle you. I just wanted to notify you that you’re making a mistake with your sewing.” Sarah covered her mouth, her eyes wide with shock. My eyes darted
Chapter 199 Chloe’s pov. As I watched, Liam walked into the store with Luke by his side, a bright smile spreading across his face. I tried to speak, but my voice caught in my throat. Bryan emerged from his office, a look of excitement on his face."Everyone, I'd like to introduce you to our special guest," Bryan announced, his eyes shining with pride. "Liam, the owner of the very cloth we're standing on!."My eyes widened in shock as Liam greeted us, his eyes locking onto mine with a hint of familiarity. Bryan ushered him into his office, leaving me stunned and confused.Sarah turned to me, her voice low. "do you know who he is?" she asked, her eyes filled with curiosity.I shook my head, still trying to process what was happening. How could Liam be the owner of the cloth? I had no idea.Emma chimed in, her eyes curious. "Where did you know him from?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.I hesitated, unsure of how to respond. How could I explain my connection with Liam? I d
Chapter 200 Chloe’s POV. I trudged through the door, exhausted from the drama-filled day at work. Lucy followed close behind, her eyes fixed on me with concern.“I know today was tough, but I think you should come with me to your mom's memorial service," Lucy said, her voice soft and persuasive."No way. I'm not going."I collapsed onto the couch, shaking my head. Lucy sat down beside me, her hand on my arm. "I understand the way you are feeling but you need to confront your feelings and go to your mum's burial” she spoke gently and I wondered what had changed about her. In the morning she seems so cold so why the character now? I shook my head pulling my arm away from her grip, my eyes welling up with tears. "I wish you could understand me better. You know today isn’t Mum's burial. It’s in two weeks to come. Going to celebrate with them is like betraying my mum also”’ my lips slipped from each other. “I know right but…..” Lucy started saying but I snapped at her. “There’s no but
Chapter 201Chloe’s POV. After the long talk with Lucy, I decided to attend my mom's memorial service. We both put on black clothes, specs, and scarves. As we walked outside, Lucy said, "Make sure you maintain your composure and don't let anyone get to you." She patted my shoulder, and I nodded in understanding.As we walked out, Bryan came outside, his eyes blinking in different colors. “Do you mind if I should drop you off? I also want to get something at the junction,” he offered.But I quickly shook my head, clearly not interested in his offer. "There's no need for that. We'll grab a taxi at the junction, and besides, where we're going is kind of far, and I won't want to stress you," I replied."Why are you lying, Chloe?" Lucy said, putting the tip of her finger to her mouth, then facing Bryan. "Don't mind her. You can drop us off."I pinched her wrist, causing her to whimper in pain. "Do you want to stress him? Can't you tell from his look that he's already tired and needs a lot
Chapter 202 Chloe’s POV. I was surprised and couldn't contain my anger as everyone agreed to what the priest said. How can they be so blinded? Is it a must to be at the mating before they believe I'm happy? Truly, I know I feel hurt by the thought of my mate mating with my sister, but what can I do? The least I can do is walk far away from them, but why do they decide to torment me with the idea of living with them till Mendy's mating day? I have refused to stay, but they told me if I didn't stay, it means I'm not happy with the mating. I wanted to tell them to believe whatever they want to believe, but I realized it would spoil something more. I told them at least to let me go home and pack my clothes, but they've refused. I wonder what they are planning. I walked inside my room, falling down on the bed, and Lucy sat beside me. "I told you my gut feeling didn't want to come here. See what's happening now?" I lamented angrily. "I'm surprised, I don't know such a thing will hap
Chapter 203 Chloe’s POV. It's been a week since I had sex with Liam, and I've been trying my best to ignore him as much as I can. I don't want to exchange words with him, even though he has tried his best to grab my attention. But I'm not giving him the chance; I'm not interested in talking to him. If not for Lucy, everyone would have known I slept with him. She was the one who lied, saying she had a blood cramp, otherwise, I would have been disgraced. Liam's mating with Mendy is in two weeks, and the preparations are already taking place. Lucy is also here with me, accompanying me, because if not, I would have died out of loneliness. Everyone is busy with one thing or another, while I sit on the couch in the sitting room, my eyes glued to the TV, watching my favorite show. Since I started living here, I haven't gone to work and have been stuck at home all day, watching TV. I miss going to store and helping with one or two things, but they won't let me leave the compound. I don't
Chapter 204 Chloe’s POV. The sudden knock on the door jolted me awake from my deep slumber. I flung up, wanting to stand up, but the sudden pain I felt beneath my stomach made me glue myself to the bed, my hands holding it tightly. "What happened?" My lips slipped away from each other as tears began to pile up on my face, the memory of last night flooding into my head. I just made the biggest mistake of my life, giving myself to Liam, my sister's supposed mate. What was I thinking? I stared at the bed, my clothes a bit bloodstained, and the white bedsheet now stained with a faint bloodspot. My black clothes didn't give it much notice. I heard the knock again, and my body trembled. Who could it be? Mendy? Scott? Liam again? No one would see me in this condition without suspecting something. I wanted to stand up, but I couldn't even move my fingers, let alone my legs. I didn't know who was at the door, but no matter who it was, I didn't want anyone to see me in this situation. I