Two Chances,One Bullet: How His "Next Life" Promise Failed Novel

Chapter 21 Over the next three days , Dominic employed every romantic gesture imaginable . On the first day , he took her to South Bay's highest Ferris wheel . " They say couples who kiss at the very top will stay together forever , " he said , standing at the cabin entrance , eyes filled with cautious hope .

Ariana laughed coldly : " Then perhaps we should kiss at the very bottom , ensuring we never meet again in the next life , " The light in Dominic's eyes dimmed , but he forced a smile : " That's alright . I just wanted to show you the night view . " When the Ferris wheel reached its zenith , the entire city sparkling below them , Dominic suddenly dropped to one knee , producing a diamond ring from his pocket .

" Ari , " his voice was rough with emotion , " if we could start over … " " There is no ' if , " she cut him off , turning to look out the window . On the second day , he personally prepared an elaborate feast . " " I remember you like spicy food . " He picked up a piece of spicy chicken wings in hot sauce and placed it in her bowl . With a tender look in his eyes , he said , " Wanna give it a try ?

" Ariana glanced at it dismissively : " Mia doesn't eat spicy food , so I imagine you never made these dishes for her ? " Dominic's hand froze midair . She deliberately dumped all the food into the garbage bin right before his eyes . On the third day , he took her to the beach . As night fell , drones formed her smiling face in the night sky , while fireworks exploded into the words -Ari , I love you . " Do you like it ? " he asked softly .

Ariana looked at the brilliant display , suddenly smiling : " Dominic , did you pursue Mia this way too ? " He clenched his fist tightly , his throat constricting : " … No . " " Only you , " his voice dropped to barely audible . " All of this , only for you . " Ariana remained unmoved . Back in her room , Ariana realized tomorrow would be the final day of their agreement . As she began packing her belongings , she accidentally opened the purse Elena Sinclair had given her .

Inside was a faded manila envelope , its edges yellowed as if someone had handled it countless times . She hesitantly opened it , and several sheets of paper slid out- Each one began with " Dear Ari . " 10.11 Twn Chances Ona Rullat : How His " Next Life " Promise Failed Chapter 212 The first letter read : Ari Today I saw you for the first time at the Lawrence family gathering . You wore a white dress , standing in the garden feeding , s stray cát .

Despite all the commotion around you , you seemed to exist in your own quiet world . I watched you from the second floor balcony for what felt like hours , until you noticed me and smiled . In that moment . I knew I was done for . -Christopher " The second letter : " Ari , I heard that illegitimate daughter at the Reeves house is causing you trouble again . I had my housekeeper deliver medicine to you from the Sinclair family , though I'm not sure if you used it .

I wish I could visit you personally , but I can't find a suitable excuse . -Christopher " The third letter : " Ari , Today is your eighteenth birthday , and also the anniversary of your mother's passing . I flew to North Shore and waited outside the cemetery all day , watching you sit alone at the grave , crying . I left your favorite blueberry cake by the entrance , hoping you might have at least a bite .

-Christopher " The final letter : " Ari , Your father has come to propose a marriage alliance between the Reeves and Sinclair families . I know he wants his second daughter to marry into our family , and it's clearly a trap , but I agreed anyway . Because this is my only chance to marry you . If you're reading this letter , it means we're already married . Please don't fear this marriage . I'm not marrying you out of pity . Since I first saw you at sixteen , I've been waiting for this day .

-Christopher " The pages slipped from Ariana's hands . She recalled the way Christopher had looked at her when he first awoke - that restrained yet profound gaze wasn't the politeness of a stranger , but love cultivated over years .