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Before I left, there was only one person I wanted to say goodbye to.After that, I would have no more ties, no more attachments.The cemetery caretaker recognized me and smiled as he greeted me. "Hello, Miss. Back to see Ms. Lane again?"Every year around this time, I made it a point to visit Mia.I placed a bouquet of white lilies in front of her grave."Mia, I'm leaving."A gentle breeze swept by. In the photo on her tombstone, she still looked as warm as ever.After that, I left the cemetery and wandered aimlessly down the street.The sweet scent of baked goods wafted from a nearby cake shop.I suddenly remembered the cakes Timothy and Christopher had bought for me a long time ago. Even though the frosting was cheap, it was the truest form of sweetness.My phone vibrated incessantly, and I opened it to see birthday messages for me.It came from the Kingsley family members, accompanied by a large sum of money. Even though I refused to return to the Kingsley family, they st
The Way We Were Chapter 5
The pain had taken away my ability to speak, and all I could do was look into their eyes, which were filled with traces of despair.I realized then—my future, my life, meant less to them than a small scrape on Isabella's skin."Get her into surgery right away!" Luckily, the hospital director arrived just in time, sparing them from having to make a decision."Lena, I'm sorry…"I didn't respond to Timothy. I didn't blame him.The slap would serve as repayment for all the affection they had shown me over the years.The moment the door to the operating room closed, so did the bond between us.From that point on, we owed each other nothing.When I woke up, Christopher was standing at my bedside, his face cold as ice."You're awake? Bella's wound took over a dozen stitches. If it weren't for you, none of this would've happened. Her room is upstairs. Go apologize to her when you're better."I stared at Christopher as if he were a complete stranger."I didn't do anything wrong," I s
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"It's probably just a coincidence," Timothy said with a hint of surprise. "The Kingsley family's daughter has been studying abroad for years. Also, Lewis Group is already well known. If Lena's real parents were still around, they would've come forward immediately to claim her."Christopher nodded in agreement, but something in him still felt off. It was like he had lost something important.-Meanwhile, I was adjusting to my new family at the Kingsley family's residence."Mrs. Ki- Mom... it's really not necessary," I said, staring at the mountain of food piled on my plate. I wasn't sure how to react to this."You're too thin. You need to eat more," Beatrice said with a look of pure affection in her eyes.Then she seemed to realize something and picked up my plate."Here, sweetheart, open your mouth."My ears turned red. I had always eaten on my own, and being fed by someone else at this age was a little embarrassing.Hayden sat nearby, and his expression remained indiffere
The Way We Were Chapter 7
When it was time to pick out my wedding dress, my hand was still wrapped in a medical splint.My mom and Amelia stood beside me, helping me try on one dress after another.Each time, they showered me with compliments."Jake is one lucky guy.""My daughter is a natural model. She looks good in anything."I smiled, my eyes filled with joy, until I saw the dress at the very end.A wave of shock crossed my face.It was the dress I had designed three years ago when I won the design competition!The prize money had been used as the startup fund for Timothy and Christopher's venture.At the time, a mysterious buyer had bought it…This bridal store was owned by the Sanford family. So, it was him…My hand instinctively brushed over the fabric, and I murmured, "I'd like to try this one."But my hand was a bit too clumsy, and I couldn't fully zip up the back. I tried to pull, but a pair of hands stopped me."Don't move. I'll do it," a man's voice said, soft and warm.Then, he gently
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"I think that was really Lena," Christopher's face turned ghostly pale."That's nonsense, that was the daughter of the Kingsley family… the Kingsley…" Timothy's voice suddenly trailed off. "It's impossible… I'm Lena's only family."They took their seats, only to see Hayden gently helping me toward Jacob's side.The smile on my face seemed to stab at their hearts!"Do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband…""She doesn't!""I object!"Before the officiant could finish, two voices rang out, completely out of place!I cast a brief glance in their direction. Hayden and my parents looked visibly upset.Even though I didn't speak up, they had noticed something was off with me these past few days.A little investigation revealed the pain and frustration I had suffered over the years.The expressions on their faces were unpleasant when they found out. All the investments they had made into Lewis Group were supposed to be a sign of gratitude for looking after me all thes
The Way We Were Chapter 9
Both my mom and Amelia looked at me, their eyes filled with concern.I smiled and reassured them, "It's all over now."The file Hayden gave to the two of them contained evidence that Isabella had contracted an STD abroad due to her improper behavior over the years.Now, as Christopher looked at Isabella, disgust churned in his gut.The delicate flower he had once thought she was turned out to be a vicious carnivorous plant.Not only had she betrayed him, but she had also secretly sold Lewis Group's business secrets to the competition.Because of this woman, Christopher lost the rose he had cared for and raised since childhood.Timothy drove Isabella out of the Lewis family.The two of them tried every way they could to approach me to apologize and to make amends.But due to the Sanford family and the Kingsley families, they were turned away at the door.Yet, none of us had fully accounted for Isabella. We had underestimated her cruelty.Now, Isabella was left with nothing. Dri
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As Isabella's guardian, Timothy was contacted by the police. After all, he had once taken Isabella in.His eyes met mine, filled with guilt.The Kingsley family had severed their ties with him, and now Lewis Group was just another ordinary company. It was no longer the powerhouse it once was.As for Christopher, his betrayal had come with consequences.He had actually slept with Isabella.Now, he was a shadow of his former self. He holed up at home, drowning his sorrows in alcohol.Jacob supported me as we stood there, his gaze at Timothy cold and unyielding.Timothy's eyes then fell on my slightly rounded belly, shock evident in his expression."Lena, you..."I nodded slightly, keeping my tone composed. "Hello, Mr. Lewis."The formality of calling him "Mr. Lewis" put an end to any connection between us.He shook his head smiling bitterly. He knew that we could never go back to how things were.-Christopher's life ended quickly. He was buried in the same cemetery as Mia.
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After hanging up the phone, I looked around the hotel banquet hall filled with celebratory decorations, and a hint of irony flashed in my eyes.The guests had all left, and both Timothy Lewis and Christopher Spencer still hadn't returned.I thought back to five years ago when my biological parents found me. The DNA results revealed that I was the daughter of a wealthy family in the capital, the Kingsley family."I'm sorry, sweetheart. You've suffered so much all these years," my biological mother, Beatrice Sinclair, said, her eyes soft with a touch of affection."We'll make sure you become an outstanding heiress and give you a bright future," said Dominic Kingsley, my biological father. "Would you like to return to the Kingsley family?"I looked at the couple in front of me, and a complicated expression crossed my face.I had grown up in an orphanage, but I never felt like I lacked love.I had Timothy and Christopher, who had been by my side since childhood.So, three years ago
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As Isabella's guardian, Timothy was contacted by the police. After all, he had once taken Isabella in.His eyes met mine, filled with guilt.The Kingsley family had severed their ties with him, and now Lewis Group was just another ordinary company. It was no longer the powerhouse it once was.As for Christopher, his betrayal had come with consequences.He had actually slept with Isabella.Now, he was a shadow of his former self. He holed up at home, drowning his sorrows in alcohol.Jacob supported me as we stood there, his gaze at Timothy cold and unyielding.Timothy's eyes then fell on my slightly rounded belly, shock evident in his expression."Lena, you..."I nodded slightly, keeping my tone composed. "Hello, Mr. Lewis."The formality of calling him "Mr. Lewis" put an end to any connection between us.He shook his head smiling bitterly. He knew that we could never go back to how things were.-Christopher's life ended quickly. He was buried in the same cemetery as Mia.
The Way We Were Chapter 9
Both my mom and Amelia looked at me, their eyes filled with concern.I smiled and reassured them, "It's all over now."The file Hayden gave to the two of them contained evidence that Isabella had contracted an STD abroad due to her improper behavior over the years.Now, as Christopher looked at Isabella, disgust churned in his gut.The delicate flower he had once thought she was turned out to be a vicious carnivorous plant.Not only had she betrayed him, but she had also secretly sold Lewis Group's business secrets to the competition.Because of this woman, Christopher lost the rose he had cared for and raised since childhood.Timothy drove Isabella out of the Lewis family.The two of them tried every way they could to approach me to apologize and to make amends.But due to the Sanford family and the Kingsley families, they were turned away at the door.Yet, none of us had fully accounted for Isabella. We had underestimated her cruelty.Now, Isabella was left with nothing. Dri
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"I think that was really Lena," Christopher's face turned ghostly pale."That's nonsense, that was the daughter of the Kingsley family… the Kingsley…" Timothy's voice suddenly trailed off. "It's impossible… I'm Lena's only family."They took their seats, only to see Hayden gently helping me toward Jacob's side.The smile on my face seemed to stab at their hearts!"Do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband…""She doesn't!""I object!"Before the officiant could finish, two voices rang out, completely out of place!I cast a brief glance in their direction. Hayden and my parents looked visibly upset.Even though I didn't speak up, they had noticed something was off with me these past few days.A little investigation revealed the pain and frustration I had suffered over the years.The expressions on their faces were unpleasant when they found out. All the investments they had made into Lewis Group were supposed to be a sign of gratitude for looking after me all thes
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When it was time to pick out my wedding dress, my hand was still wrapped in a medical splint.My mom and Amelia stood beside me, helping me try on one dress after another.Each time, they showered me with compliments."Jake is one lucky guy.""My daughter is a natural model. She looks good in anything."I smiled, my eyes filled with joy, until I saw the dress at the very end.A wave of shock crossed my face.It was the dress I had designed three years ago when I won the design competition!The prize money had been used as the startup fund for Timothy and Christopher's venture.At the time, a mysterious buyer had bought it…This bridal store was owned by the Sanford family. So, it was him…My hand instinctively brushed over the fabric, and I murmured, "I'd like to try this one."But my hand was a bit too clumsy, and I couldn't fully zip up the back. I tried to pull, but a pair of hands stopped me."Don't move. I'll do it," a man's voice said, soft and warm.Then, he gently
The Way We Were Chapter 6
"It's probably just a coincidence," Timothy said with a hint of surprise. "The Kingsley family's daughter has been studying abroad for years. Also, Lewis Group is already well known. If Lena's real parents were still around, they would've come forward immediately to claim her."Christopher nodded in agreement, but something in him still felt off. It was like he had lost something important.-Meanwhile, I was adjusting to my new family at the Kingsley family's residence."Mrs. Ki- Mom... it's really not necessary," I said, staring at the mountain of food piled on my plate. I wasn't sure how to react to this."You're too thin. You need to eat more," Beatrice said with a look of pure affection in her eyes.Then she seemed to realize something and picked up my plate."Here, sweetheart, open your mouth."My ears turned red. I had always eaten on my own, and being fed by someone else at this age was a little embarrassing.Hayden sat nearby, and his expression remained indiffere
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The pain had taken away my ability to speak, and all I could do was look into their eyes, which were filled with traces of despair.I realized then—my future, my life, meant less to them than a small scrape on Isabella's skin."Get her into surgery right away!" Luckily, the hospital director arrived just in time, sparing them from having to make a decision."Lena, I'm sorry…"I didn't respond to Timothy. I didn't blame him.The slap would serve as repayment for all the affection they had shown me over the years.The moment the door to the operating room closed, so did the bond between us.From that point on, we owed each other nothing.When I woke up, Christopher was standing at my bedside, his face cold as ice."You're awake? Bella's wound took over a dozen stitches. If it weren't for you, none of this would've happened. Her room is upstairs. Go apologize to her when you're better."I stared at Christopher as if he were a complete stranger."I didn't do anything wrong," I s
The Way We Were Chapter 4
Before I left, there was only one person I wanted to say goodbye to.After that, I would have no more ties, no more attachments.The cemetery caretaker recognized me and smiled as he greeted me. "Hello, Miss. Back to see Ms. Lane again?"Every year around this time, I made it a point to visit Mia.I placed a bouquet of white lilies in front of her grave."Mia, I'm leaving."A gentle breeze swept by. In the photo on her tombstone, she still looked as warm as ever.After that, I left the cemetery and wandered aimlessly down the street.The sweet scent of baked goods wafted from a nearby cake shop.I suddenly remembered the cakes Timothy and Christopher had bought for me a long time ago. Even though the frosting was cheap, it was the truest form of sweetness.My phone vibrated incessantly, and I opened it to see birthday messages for me.It came from the Kingsley family members, accompanied by a large sum of money. Even though I refused to return to the Kingsley family, they st
The Way We Were Chapter 3
After cleaning up the mess, I returned to the new house Christopher and I were supposed to share. As soon as I opened the door, I was shocked to find someone inside!"Lena, long time no see!" Isabella greeted me. She was wearing a light, revealing nightgown that showed off her graceful figure.She stepped out of the room that was supposed to be mine and Christopher's, an apologetic, yet provocative smile on her face."Tim and Chris were worried about me, so they asked me to stay here."I looked around the room, which I had so carefully decorated, now invaded by Isabella. All the matching furniture and items I had selected were thrown haphazardly into the study, replaced with her personal belongings."Chris said this room has a great atmosphere. I just had surgery abroad and need to recover, so he gave me this room," she added.A flash of suspicion flickered in my eyes as I realized—this was the very room Christopher and I had planned to share as newlyweds.Just then, the door op
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"My dear, have you really thought this through?" The Kingsley couple's voices on the phone still held disbelief.Three years ago, I had firmly told them that I couldn't bear a marriage without love.Going back to the Kingsley family meant sacrificing my own happiness.Marrying someone carefully chosen by the family was the best choice for both families.Beatrice sighed, then said seriously, "Don't worry, even in an arranged marriage, you'll always be our daughter."I stared out at the darkening sky and wiped my tears."Dad, Mom, I still need about a week to finish wrapping up things here.""Alright, take your time. And be sure to say a proper goodbye to your adoptive brothers. You don't have to worry about the wedding—we'll take care of everything for you."Whatever happens, the Kingsley family will always be your support."My eyes welled up. Timothy and Christopher had said the same thing to me once."Lena, don't be afraid.""From now on, we're your family. We'll always be
