After my death my husband who threw me into the hunting grounds went insane novel

Chapter 15 Chapter 15 The media exposed Chloes plagiarism , finally clearing my name .

Even in death , she was nailed to the pillar of shame , condemned and reviled by all .

Liam wasnt spared either .

He was convicted of charges including assault and manslaughter , landing him in prison .

After his release , he spent his entire fortune chasing a single , impossible dream : to see me one last time .

Legends spoke of a rare and mystical spice that could allow the living to meet their deceased loved ones in dreams .

Liam nearly worked himself to death just to obtain a single ounce of it .

Emily , he whispered , his voice thick with emotion , Ive waited so long for you .

Its been ten years , but no butterfly has ever landed on me .

His eyes glistened with unshed tears , his face a mixture of overwhelming relief and joy .

This is the first time youve appeared in my dreams since you left .

He reached out to take my hand , but I stepped back , my gaze cold .

Are you still angry with me ? Liam asked , his head hanging low , his expression filled with sorrow , No , I replied sharply .

Its not anger .

I just dont want anything to do with you anymore .

Thats not true ! he protested , his voice frantic .

Youve just forgotten how much we once loved each other .

In a desperate attempt to remind me , Liam unrolled a canvas .

Look , Emily .

These are all paintings of us .

One showed me baking a birthday cake for him .

Another depicted him planting a field of lavender for me .

There was one of us walking hand in hand along the beach , the waves lapping at our feet .

He displayed them like a child showing off prized toys , his enthusiasm unwavering .

I glanced around the room and realized it was overflowing with canvases .

And these , he added , pulling out more paintings .

One showed us holding a boy and a girl in our arms , joy lighting up our faces .

Another depicted us in old age , our faces lined with wrinkles , our hair white , still holding each other close .

Each image radiated love and happiness , but to me , they were nothing but bitter reminders of what could never be .

I interrupted him , my voice firm .

Liam , Im dead .

These are nothing more than your fantasies .

For the first time , Liam , who had always carried himself with such pride , lowered himself to beg .

Emily , please … if you want , we can see each other in dreams .

Forever .

If you want children , we can adopt .

Two , even .

Anything you want .

Just … please , dont leave me .

I frowned , my patience wearing thin .

Liam , stop lying to yourself .

The moment you doubted me , there was no going back .

Take care of yourself , because I wont be here for you anymore .

Crounds Went Insane 9.2 % Chapter 15 No matter how desperately Liam called out , his voice breaking with anguish , I didnt look back I walked away , leaving him behind without an ounce of regret .

Liam Bennett didnt deserve anyones love .

Before my rebirth , I made one final wish : I wish that for all eternity , in every life to come , Ill never see Liam Bennett again .

A brilliant light appeared ahead , beckoning me forward .

Behind me , Liams familiar voice rang out , frantic and full of longing .

Emily ! Ive found you ! I didnt turn around .

Without hesitation , I stepped into the light , leaving him and everything else behind .

I was reborn into a new family with a fresh start and a new name Scarlet .

The only downside ? No dad .

He left when my mom was pregnant with me After that , we never heard from him again ; it was as if he had died .

Eventually , my mom found someone who would take care of her for the rest of her life a billionaire named Thomas Alejandro .

I was happy for her , but I couldnt bring myself to feel happy for me .

Because it seemed my stepbrother didnt like me at all .

His name was Lucas Alejandro , Thomass only son , eight years older than me .

Maybe it was the age gap .

When my mom introduced me to him before the wedding , He treated me like I was invisible , like a ghost.

He sat alone at the bar , drinking and staring blankly at our parents dancing .

I couldnt help but secretly watch him .

And I had to admit , he was probably the most handsome man Id ever seen .

He had black hair , piercing gray eyes , and wore a custom blue suit that screamed wealth .

Maybe I should talk to him ? We family now , after all .

Just as I hesitated , his gaze turned to me .

My heart nearly jumped out of my chest , and I instinctively smiled back .

But Lucas didnt smile .

He just stared at me , then slowly took another sip of his drink .

Damn jerk .

I could feel my cheeks burning with embarrassment .

Then , a blonde woman walked up to him , and he instantly shifted his attention to her .

I kept watching .

She looked his age tall , mature , and sexy .

His girlfriend ? Was this his type ? Wait .

Why do I care ? I shouldnt be thinking about my stepbrother like that .

I shook my head , pushing the thoughts side .

Life lesson : Never develop a crush on your stepbrother , especially one who doesnt like you .

But I didnt need to worry .

His dad was sending me to Harvard and supporting my education .

Compared to my last life , being disliked by my stepbrother was nothing .

Plus , his rich father would use money to make me happy .

Well .

Truly a perfect start .

Cheers to me .

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