“It’s me. It’s really me. My Casey is finally back.“} Feeling her warmth in my arms, the tension and exhaustion I’d carried for so long finally melted away. At that moment, Elodie stirred awake.§ She looked down at her frail, damaged body and screamed in disbelief, “No! This can’t be! How… how did we switch … Read more
“She will,” I said with certainty, placing a reassuring hand on Archie’s shoulder. “She’ll know. Trust me.” The murmurs around us grew louder and more skeptical. The pressure was mounting. Unable to take it anymore, “Casey” finally grasped an excuse. “Martin, you know I’ve been sick. I lost a lot of memories after that illness.” … Read more
Chapter 8 The slingshot flew too fast–I couldn’t block it in time. Onie let out a heart–wrenching yelp, blood–tears streaming from his eye. Panicked, I scooped him into my arms, ready to rush him to the vet. But Jaylen’s bodyguards blocked my way, refusing to let me through. At that moment, Archie ended his call … Read more
“My daughter is not unwanted,” Madam Garza snapped coldly. “If you don’t want the child in her belly, then we won’t keep it. Don’t think the Garza family revolves around you.“} She pulled Casey tightly into her arms and whispered, “Sweetheart, we can always have another child, but we mustn’t let this one chain us … Read more
Three or four people entered, striding confidently into the hospital corridor.} The man who had spoken–tall, athletic, and imposing–was none other than Archie, my best friend.” And beside him… He was holding Onie on a leash. All eyes turned to them as they approached. When Onie saw me, he barked excitedly and broke free, sprinting … Read more
Chapter 5 Right now, it’s just a tiny embryo–without thoughts, without awareness.} I couldn’t let this child be born. Taking a deep breath, I checked the security feed at home on my phone and saw Onie sitting patiently by the door, waiting for me to return.& He looked heartbreakingly obedient.} I softly called his name.§ … Read more
Chapter 4 Jaylen clutched his face in disbelief. “Sis! After all these years, you’re hitting me for an outsider?!“} “I’m done with you!” He stormed off in anger, expecting her to call after him. But Casey didn’t even glance his way. That was shocking. She used to dote on her younger brother more than anyone. … Read more
[You took a whole month off just to marry Casey. What important thing do you have going on now?]> Letting out a sigh, I replied, [I need to take care of Onie.] Afraid she wouldn’t believe me, I even sent a video. On the screen, Onie nestled obediently in my arms, eyes sparkling like stars. … Read more
My father grabbed my wrist and forcefully dragged me back toward the stage.” I struggled and yanked my arm free. “I’m not being unreasonable! Onie doesn’t agree with me marrying her–so ! won’t!“} “Shut up! You un grateful brat. Who spoiled you so much that you’ve lost all sense of propriety? You will marry her … Read more
At our engagement banquet, my golden retriever did something unusual–it raised its rear toward my fiancée.” Without hesitation, I threw down the engagement ring and demanded to call off the wedding.” My parents, friends, and relatives were all in shock. My fiancée, Casey, exploded in fury.” “Are you kidding me? You’re canceling our engagement because … Read more