Loved You Once But He's My Forever

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Chapter 386 Co-conspirators

| remained still in Carter's arms, not moving a muscle in case he noticed | was still awake.

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A heavy feeling pressed against my chest, and a mix of frustration and sorrow surged within me. | clutched the

corner of my pajamas, fighting the urge to cry.

Fortunately, exhaustion caught up to Carter, and he fell asleep quickly.

Once | heard his steady breathing, my tears began to fall quietly.

| lay there, staring into the darkness. How many times had he stayed awake, watchingsleep until morning?

Carl, letbe the one to protect you this time.

| carefully slid out of bed, making sure not to wake him

Amber was definitely involved in all of this, alongside Taylor and his brother. | had considered asking Damian for

help, but if he knew, Carter would find out too. Lthought of someone else-someone who might be able to help,

In the quiet of the night, | called Luke.

It had been a while since we last spoke. | would receive a message from him once in a while, but | rarely

responded.

His concern, however, never seemed to fade.

Our conversations had changed. Before, | was the one reaching out, and he replied less often.

Now, it was him who reached out, and | was the one holding back.

It was 4 a.m. on my end, but still daylight for him. The phone rang, and he picked up quickly.

"Ch-Aunt Chloe?" Even though he tried to keep his voice low, | could hear the excitement,

"Is it a good tto talk?"

"Yeah, go ahead."

"Luke, | need your help to look into someone. This can't get out, not even to Carl."

He paused. "Are you and Carl fighting?"

| wondered if he thought this was his opening.

"Aunt Chloe, there's something | haven't told you. Uncle Carter and that Dalton woman's been getting too cosy

with each other in Jaford," Luke said, attempting to stir things up. 174

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"I know. I've met Tiffany. But | need you to look into her aunt."

Luke must have sensed the caution in my voice. "Are you in trouble?"

"Yeah, if you're willing to help.."

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| could tell Luke still blamed himself for what happened to me. He had been trying to make up for it, and | hadn't

expected him to cto Jaford so quickly. Carter had just left for work when Luke arranged to meet me.

Meeting an ex again was... odd.

It was obvious that Luke had put effort into his appearance. He looked better than he had in a while, no longer

the sguy I'd seen struggling.

His skin looked healthier, and his hair was neatly combed. His suit was perfectly pressed, without a crease, and

he even wore the cologne | used to like. When | entered the room, he seemed a little uneasy.

'Chloc"

| sat down without much ceremony and saw that he had ordered coffee and desserts-exactly what | used to

enjoy.

"Thanks," | said, my tone polite but distant.

Luke didn't waste any time. "I know the Doltons saved Uncle Carter's life. But now you're suspicious of them.

You're worried about Carter being caught in the middle, so you want my help, right?" "That's right. If Amber's

involved in my death, it ties back to the Boltons. And there's something else 1 discovered."

"What's that?

"Amber doesn't mean harm to Carl. | suspect there's more to it than just a life debt. I'm keeping this from. Carl

for now, but I'll tell him once | have definite proof

Luke's face showed a flash of disappointment, and a wry smile tugged at his lips. "You really are looking out for

him."

| hoped he didn't think | had chere because I'd had a fight with Carter and wanted to spite him.

"He's my husband. Of course I'm looking out for him."

Luke sighed, his voice holding a hint of regret. "I'm jealous of Uncle Carter, but I'll help you, no matter what."

| took a sip of my coffee. "Have you seen Anna around Snowville?"

"No, it's like she vanished. No one knows where she's gone."

"Be careful," | warned. "She's going to hate all of us for Silas's death. After what happened to Sadie, she

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won't let us off easily."

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A cold look crossed Luke's face. "I'd be worried if she didn't show up. She's the reason we're all in this mess! If it

weren't for her, | wouldn't have lost you."

The tension in the room grew. He knew as well as | did that our problems weren't just because of Anna-it had a

lot to do with his own choices.

He quickly shifted the topic. "Is Uncle Carter treating you well?"

| nodded. "Very

Luke's face fell. "T'can see that. It's good, though. As long as you're happy...

"It doesn't have to be like this, Luke. Alisa truly cares about you. Don't waste tchasing something far away

when the person you need is right in front of you

"Chloe, I'll never love anyone else."

| shook my head. "But Alisa is carrying your child."

| had learned this from Fiona. It happened that night at the Boltons' place, when Alisa ended up pregnant -with

Luke's baby. She should be starting to show soon, if | calculated right.

"That child was part of her plan, Chloe. You know she drugged me. I'll never love a woman who tries to

manipulate me."

"| sighed. This wasn't my issue to solve.

"Well, I'll leave this to you, then."

"Don't worry."

| set my cup down. "Thanks"

"Chloe, it's been so long. Can't you stay for a little longer?"

"No, even though you're his nephew, my husband would still get jealous. Sorry."

| stood up to leave, not looking back.

| could feel his disappointment even without turning around.

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You brought this on yourself, Luke

Zoey called. "Hey, sis. Whitney is going to try on wedding dresses today with Taylor. It's at the Pearsons bridal

store, so I'm heading there. I'll see if | can talk to her alone." ""Be careful."

"I'm fine. There are a lot of staff. It's not like she'll bite. Ill send you pictures soon."

"Okay."

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1 hung up and headed to the nearby store to pick up singredients.

| realized that, after being with Carter for so long, I'd never made him a real meal.

| chose dishes | knew he liked and quickly sent him a message.

He replied soon after.

"Baby, | have a few things to take care of this afternoon, but I'll try to chearly."

"Okay, I'll wait for you."

Back home, | started preparing the ingredients. My phone buzzed with a series of messages.

All from Zoey, full of pictures.

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In the photos, Whitney wore a flawless white wedding gown. The train swept along the floor, clearly a high-end

design.

She held a bouquet, while Taylor, looking dashing in his suit, gently lifted her veil.

The way he looked at her was loaded with emotions, a depth that couldn't be mistaken.

It made sense. If Taylor hadn't truly cared for Whitney, she wouldn't have been so tightly held in his grasp.

Whitney, however, didn't meet his gaze. Her eyes were fixed on his bow tie.

It was obvious she wasn't comfortable with this arrangement.

Then, my attention was pulled to the ring on Taylor's hand.

Suddenly, my mind went blank. The realization hitlike a bolt of lightning.

The platinum wedding ring on his middle finger-it matched the man who had been at the airport with Amber.

So Taylor was the guy!

They were in this together.