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Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 9
When the plane landed in Eastbrook, I was surprised to find Davis Henderson waiting for me.The man I was meant to spend my life with.A prominent figure in the financial world who'd done many interviews.With his striking looks, his was a face hard to forget.He stood by his car wearing a black cashmere coat, tall and distinguished, his gentle demeanor masking a subtle sharpness.The aura of someone born to lead.Before I could react, he strode over and took my suitcase, his voice deep and smooth. "Traveling light?""Yes."A cold wind blew past, making me sniff. I found myself explaining, "I left behind anything I didn't need."People and things alike.Sometimes you need to let go.Davis nodded, handed my luggage to his driver, and opened the back door for me. "Let's get you home.""Thank you."I climbed in.The warmth inside gradually chased away the cold.Glancing at the man beside me, I felt an unexpected sense of calm.As I relaxed, exhaustion took over.“Why the s
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 10
I'd never known my mother to be so perceptive.I froze. "Why do you ask that?""You've always been stubborn about your choices. Would you really turn back unless he cheated?""..."My eyes stung, but her comment made me want to laugh and cry at once. "So you always thought I chose the wrong path?""Not exactly."Mom added some sweet and sour ribs to my plate. "Life doesn't have right answers. Today's wrong path might lead to something meaningful tomorrow.""I support all your decisions, and this family will always have your back."The tears I'd been holding back finally spilled over.Mom hugged me, speaking softly. "There, there. No need to feel hurt anymore. Your father's already said that if he wronged you, his company won't survive either.""..."My crying stopped abruptly. "What do you mean?""We looked into it. That Bennett boy's company is preparing for an IPO."Mom gave me a meaningful look. "It's the most vulnerable time for a company. Someone with his character do
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 11
The next day, being a weekend, Linda called Nathan first thing in the morning.After days of her pestering him about work, Nathan answered irritably, "Even if there's paperwork to sign, can't it wait until Monday?"Linda got straight to the point. "Where are you?"Silence fell on the other end.Linda couldn't help herself. "Still taking care of Nina? Do all those years with Hannah mean nothing to you?""Linda, you're usually so mature. Why are you being unreasonable like Hannah?"Nathan said, "Our relationship is fine. You don't need to worry."Linda laughed at this. "Fine? Are you sure? Do you even know where she is right now?"Her voice carried anger on Hannah's behalf.All these years, they'd watched Hannah struggle alongside him.Just when things were looking up.Nathan showed his true colors.Nathan grew angry too. "Did she tell you about our fight?""Fight?"Linda was stunned.Hannah had already fled hundreds of miles away to marry someone else.Yet here was Natha
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 12
The moment Nathan burst into the house, his heart sank even further.The place felt eerily empty.Clean, like a house waiting for new owners.No trace of life anywhere.The photo wall Hannah had loved was stripped bare of any pictures of her.It felt like someone had carved out his heart.Numbly, he walked to Hannah's room, which was even emptier than the living room.Not even a single strand of her hair remained.Clinging to his last hope, he opened the closet, then checked every drawer in the room and bathroom...Nathan suddenly realized he'd misunderstood Hannah completely.She was always considerate.So considerate that she'd left without a trace.He stumbled out, and passing the dining room, finally found something she'd left behind.A garbage bin.Full of food.And a cake.He slowly crouched down, recognizing all his favorite dishes.Opening the unopened cake box, he broke down crying when he saw the white chocolate message card.—Nathan, I wish you happiness.
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 13
Since returning home, mom hardly left my side except when I slept.She helped me plan every detail of the wedding.As she put it, your once-in-a-lifetime wedding has to be perfect.Today, the Hendersons and Davis came to visit.They brought many expensive gifts.The Hendersons visited today with Davis, bringing an array of luxurious gifts. Mrs. Henderson clasped an elegant diamond bracelet around my wrist, her eyes twinkling. "I can't wait to have you in the family," she smiled. "Maybe you can help me soften that serious son of mine.""He's always so stoic," she added with a fond shake of her head.I blushed, glancing instinctively at Davis.Sure enough, he wore his poker face."Mrs. Henderson, I..." I stumbled over my words. "Mr. Henderson..."The moment that formal title slipped out, everyone turned to look at me.Including The Mr. Henderson himself.Davis's expression was unreadable, almost mocking. "Miss Jefferson certainly understands the nature of this wedding arran
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”Suit yourself.”I hung up and found Davis offering me a candied apple.They were my favorite in middle school. I used to buy one every day after class, happily eating it on my way home.These past years, trying so hard to be an adult, I'd stopped buying such childish treats.And no one had bought them for me either.I thanked him, but before I could take a bite, he cautioned: "The fruit's quite tart. With your stomach condition, just have a little to satisfy the craving."I paused, surprised. "How did you know about my stomach?"Even my mother only found out yesterday.Davis replied quietly, "The broth you drink - all the ingredients are for stomach healing.""..."I was taken aback.At dinner, he'd seemed focused only on eating.Yet he'd noticed such details.I took a bite of the apple. "You're quite observant."“I’m all right,” Davis nodded, not bothering with modesty.I worried he might ask about the phone call, but he didn't mention it all evening, even when he drove
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 15
The color drained from his face with each screenshot he saw.Each message was like a slap across his face.He couldn't speak.His eyes were red with emotion.I felt nothing, just held out my hand emotionlessly. "Did you bring the pendant? Linda said you wouldn't give it to her."Then, before he could make excuses, I added, "If not, you can FedEx it to me when you get back to Brookshire.""Hannah..." His voice was hoarse, looking at me almost pleadingly. "Can't you give me one more chance? Just one.""Nathan."I blinked. "In relationships, you only get one chance at trust."Just one chance for complete trust.Once that trust breaks, even if you try to piece it back together, all that's left are doubts and suspicion.Over time, you only grow to resent each other more.That kind of life was never an option for me.Nathan's trembling fingers twitched before he finally handed over the pendant.I took it without hesitation.The moment I did, all strength seemed to leave him.
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 16
Nathan fled back to Brookshire that night.Almost running away.Those screenshots made it impossible for him to even look Hannah in the eye.Straight from the airport, he rushed to Nina's place!Nina emerged from her room sleepily at the noise, delighted to see Nathan.She thought he'd chosen her over Hannah.She tried to throw herself into his arms, but Nathan grabbed her by the throat, pinning her to the couch!The choking sensation jolted her fully awake.She stared at him in panic, struggling desperately. "Nathan, are you crazy? Are you trying to kill me?!""Who gave you permission to send those screenshots to Hannah?!"Nathan roared, not loosening his grip, his eyes wild with rage. "Now she's misunderstood everything about us. Are you happy?""No, I didn't..."Nina scrambled for excuses. "I really didn't send them! Wait, I remember now! One day Hannah said you needed me, so I went to your office. I left my phone outside.""Maybe that's when Hannah looked through my...
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Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 19
I focused on the key detail. “When exactly was your college reunion?” “Earlier this month, I think it was the 6th,” Sarah replied. “…” Grandpa had brought up the idea of a marriage alliance with the Hendersons on the 8th. The timing was just too coincidental. Seeing my distracted look, Sarah nudged my arm. “What’s wrong? What are you thinking about?” “Sarah,” I hesitated, then asked in disbelief, “Are you saying Davis liked me for a while and asked you for information about me?” “What else could it be? Do you think he just randomly decided to ask about you for no reason?” “…” The whole day, my heart wouldn’t stop racing. I couldn’t help but think back to what Davis had admitted in the car a few days ago—that he liked someone. My emotions were in turmoil: surprise, confusion, disbelief, and even… a tiny spark of happiness. Happiness that my future husband liked me so much. That night, I tossed and turned in bed, unable to fall asleep. Just past
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 18
Others might have tried to trash Hannah's name.But Nina knew better.She understood Nathan too well.She deliberately kept mentioning "Hannah," twisting the knife deeper.Making sure Nathan would live in regret forever.Only then would he...Stop chasing other women.That's how she'd get everything she wanted.Two days before Hannah's wedding, Linda took personal leave to fly to Eastbrook.Nathan approved the leave request.He stared at the reason for a long time.—Attending friend's wedding out of town.Originally...This leave was meant for his and Hannah's wedding.But now.The woman who'd shared six years of his life would stand beside another man tomorrow.Nathan pushed himself up from his desk and walked step by step to the Design Department.There was a new Design Director.But Hannah's office remained empty.She'd cleared out their home, but traces of her remained in the office.She loved using oil diffusers here.The scent still lingered faintly.The sam
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 17
Nina couldn't believe her ears."She's marrying someone else, and you're giving her such an expensive gift? This apartment's market value...""She's worth it."Nathan tossed out these words and walked away.Nina hurried after him. "Where are you going?""I have plans. Go home by yourself.""..."Nina was left behind, her body too sore to keep up.She had to take a cab home.But unlike Hannah's patient nature, by nine o'clock she was calling Nathan repeatedly.When he didn't answer, she kept calling.Kept texting.Hannah might be easy to fool, but she wasn't.Once you lose sight of a man, he could be with any woman.She couldn't understand what spell Hannah had cast on him.Before, he'd never seemed that deeply in love with Hannah.Now he was acting like some devoted lover.It wasn't until 2 AM that her phone finally lit up.But it wasn't Nathan's voice on the other end.It was one of his friends."Nina, Nathan's drunk. He keeps saying he wants to go home, but won't
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 16
Nathan fled back to Brookshire that night.Almost running away.Those screenshots made it impossible for him to even look Hannah in the eye.Straight from the airport, he rushed to Nina's place!Nina emerged from her room sleepily at the noise, delighted to see Nathan.She thought he'd chosen her over Hannah.She tried to throw herself into his arms, but Nathan grabbed her by the throat, pinning her to the couch!The choking sensation jolted her fully awake.She stared at him in panic, struggling desperately. "Nathan, are you crazy? Are you trying to kill me?!""Who gave you permission to send those screenshots to Hannah?!"Nathan roared, not loosening his grip, his eyes wild with rage. "Now she's misunderstood everything about us. Are you happy?""No, I didn't..."Nina scrambled for excuses. "I really didn't send them! Wait, I remember now! One day Hannah said you needed me, so I went to your office. I left my phone outside.""Maybe that's when Hannah looked through my...
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 15
The color drained from his face with each screenshot he saw.Each message was like a slap across his face.He couldn't speak.His eyes were red with emotion.I felt nothing, just held out my hand emotionlessly. "Did you bring the pendant? Linda said you wouldn't give it to her."Then, before he could make excuses, I added, "If not, you can FedEx it to me when you get back to Brookshire.""Hannah..." His voice was hoarse, looking at me almost pleadingly. "Can't you give me one more chance? Just one.""Nathan."I blinked. "In relationships, you only get one chance at trust."Just one chance for complete trust.Once that trust breaks, even if you try to piece it back together, all that's left are doubts and suspicion.Over time, you only grow to resent each other more.That kind of life was never an option for me.Nathan's trembling fingers twitched before he finally handed over the pendant.I took it without hesitation.The moment I did, all strength seemed to leave him.
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 14
”Suit yourself.”I hung up and found Davis offering me a candied apple.They were my favorite in middle school. I used to buy one every day after class, happily eating it on my way home.These past years, trying so hard to be an adult, I'd stopped buying such childish treats.And no one had bought them for me either.I thanked him, but before I could take a bite, he cautioned: "The fruit's quite tart. With your stomach condition, just have a little to satisfy the craving."I paused, surprised. "How did you know about my stomach?"Even my mother only found out yesterday.Davis replied quietly, "The broth you drink - all the ingredients are for stomach healing.""..."I was taken aback.At dinner, he'd seemed focused only on eating.Yet he'd noticed such details.I took a bite of the apple. "You're quite observant."“I’m all right,” Davis nodded, not bothering with modesty.I worried he might ask about the phone call, but he didn't mention it all evening, even when he drove
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 13
Since returning home, mom hardly left my side except when I slept.She helped me plan every detail of the wedding.As she put it, your once-in-a-lifetime wedding has to be perfect.Today, the Hendersons and Davis came to visit.They brought many expensive gifts.The Hendersons visited today with Davis, bringing an array of luxurious gifts. Mrs. Henderson clasped an elegant diamond bracelet around my wrist, her eyes twinkling. "I can't wait to have you in the family," she smiled. "Maybe you can help me soften that serious son of mine.""He's always so stoic," she added with a fond shake of her head.I blushed, glancing instinctively at Davis.Sure enough, he wore his poker face."Mrs. Henderson, I..." I stumbled over my words. "Mr. Henderson..."The moment that formal title slipped out, everyone turned to look at me.Including The Mr. Henderson himself.Davis's expression was unreadable, almost mocking. "Miss Jefferson certainly understands the nature of this wedding arran
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 12
The moment Nathan burst into the house, his heart sank even further.The place felt eerily empty.Clean, like a house waiting for new owners.No trace of life anywhere.The photo wall Hannah had loved was stripped bare of any pictures of her.It felt like someone had carved out his heart.Numbly, he walked to Hannah's room, which was even emptier than the living room.Not even a single strand of her hair remained.Clinging to his last hope, he opened the closet, then checked every drawer in the room and bathroom...Nathan suddenly realized he'd misunderstood Hannah completely.She was always considerate.So considerate that she'd left without a trace.He stumbled out, and passing the dining room, finally found something she'd left behind.A garbage bin.Full of food.And a cake.He slowly crouched down, recognizing all his favorite dishes.Opening the unopened cake box, he broke down crying when he saw the white chocolate message card.—Nathan, I wish you happiness.
Forever Loved, Like Day One Chapter 11
The next day, being a weekend, Linda called Nathan first thing in the morning.After days of her pestering him about work, Nathan answered irritably, "Even if there's paperwork to sign, can't it wait until Monday?"Linda got straight to the point. "Where are you?"Silence fell on the other end.Linda couldn't help herself. "Still taking care of Nina? Do all those years with Hannah mean nothing to you?""Linda, you're usually so mature. Why are you being unreasonable like Hannah?"Nathan said, "Our relationship is fine. You don't need to worry."Linda laughed at this. "Fine? Are you sure? Do you even know where she is right now?"Her voice carried anger on Hannah's behalf.All these years, they'd watched Hannah struggle alongside him.Just when things were looking up.Nathan showed his true colors.Nathan grew angry too. "Did she tell you about our fight?""Fight?"Linda was stunned.Hannah had already fled hundreds of miles away to marry someone else.Yet here was Natha
