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Dressed in a sharp suit, Zach approached Madelyn with a sure stride. Startled, she stepped back, and her shawl slipped off.

“You heard me?” she asked, voice trembling. “Zach, I’m not making it up; I swear, I saw my mom.”

Zach picked up the fallen shawl and placed it on the couch after brushing it off. He then took off his coat and draped it over Madelyn. After adjusting a few loose strands of her hair, he hugged her gently, “If you want to head home, we can. Kevin’s already booked our flight to Ventropolis for tomorrow.”

Madelyn nestled into Zach, feeling his steady heartbeat. She could not figure out why he seemed different; his eyes were lost in the night’s darkness. An unfamiliar scent clung to him. It unsettled her, but she did not move away. She had initially believed he was joking, but it became clear he was not.

By 8 a.m., they boarded a private jet. Zach cradled a sleepy Madelyn, her head on his lap. As he softly played with her hair, he would sometimes drop a gentle kiss on her forehead.

Kevin said, “I’ve arranged for the best therapist. They’ll be in Ventropolis by tonight.”

“Good,” Zach responded with a deep voice. Feeling a tickle by her ear, Madelyn woke up and quickly sat up, ‘Am I on a plane?’ She saw clouds outside.

Zach placed a breakfast tray in front of her, “We just took off. We’ll be there by 6 p.m. You should eat.”

She adjusted a blanket over her lap, ” I’m not that hungry.”

“You need to eat. Do you want me to have a stopover?”

“I get it.”

Madelyn picked up a spoon and hesitantly tasted the food, not feeling particularly hungry. As she did, a bodyguard handed Zach a glass of milk. Setting it down before her, Zach said, It’s at the right temperature. Drink it after you eat.”

Madelyn looked at the milk, her fingers tightening around the spoon, “Thanks, Zach, but milk and I don’t get along these days. Can I have some water instead?”

“No fussing,” Zach replied, handing her a bowl of clam chowder.

“I wish I could, but it really upsets my stomach now,” she replied. Zach gently ran his fingers through her hair to comfort and soothe her.

Madelyn slowly finished her meal and reluctantly drank all the milk under Zach’s watchful eye. The next moment, she clutched her chest.

“Where’s the restroom?” Madelyn asked hurriedly. “You’re feeling sick?” Zach asked with concern. She just nodded in response. “It’s up ahead. I’ll go with you.’

Before Zach could move, Madelyn jumped up and dashed to the restroom, her hand covering her mouth. Soon after, she was bent over the sink, getting rid of what she had just eaten.

Zach stood patiently outside, focused on the restroom door. When he heard the sound of running water about ten minutes later, the door clicked open. He saw Madelyn sitting on the floor, leaning against the wall. Strands of her hair fell forward, concealing her pale face.

She spoke, her voice tired, “In France, a therapist told me I developed a condition because of something traumatic in my past. Even though it’s been four years, I never saw it as a real illness.”

 

Madelyn often clung to memories of her mom. Even though she knew the visions were not real, she welcomed them. Her mother’s face was a blur, but her voice was unmistakably clear in Madelyn’s mind.

“That glass of milk brings back haunting memories. They cut deep, hurting more than words can express. I’ve kept those feelings locked away, bearing the pain they cause. Every detail from the past remains vivid. Zach, there’ve been so many times I’ve wanted to kill you.”

Following Madelyn’s heartfelt confession, Zach remained unmoved, viewing her not as a threat. He gently scooped her up and laid her on the bed.

“Just rest,” he said. After she drifted off to sleep, he went to another room and smoked most of a pack of cigarettes. The room was thick with smoke by the time Kevin walked in. Coughing slightly, he reported, “Ms. Young has been informed of your return. A room’s been prepared for Ms. Jent, styled like it used to be.”

“She won’t be staying at the Young residence. I’ve got other plans. Plus, I don’t plan on returning there anytime soon. Kevin nodded, “Understood.”

They reached Ventropolis in the evening. The airport, now renovated, was not as Madelyn recalled. A crisp winter breeze greeted her as she stepped out from the private terminal. But once inside the car, the heater ensured they stayed cozy.

Madelyn gazed out at Ventropolis, its old buildings now overshadowed by skyscrapers. As they drove, she thought, ‘Isn’t this the way to Southern Haven Villas? But I thought Father sold it?’

Catching her thoughtful pose, Zach said, “I bought it back after Hayson sold it.” His voice carried a hint of sadness that Madelyn picked up on.

Upon arriving at the villa, Madelyn saw lights in the living room and maids bustling about, ‘Are there guests here?” Noticing the slightly opened front door, she hesitated but then felt an intense tension from Zach and cautiously moved forward.

“You’re back?”

She was not expecting to find Yvonne inside her once-familiar home. Dressed in an apron with her hair pulled back, she greeted Madelyn with a friendly smile. “Come on over,” she invited, leading her to the couch. “I’ve got some soup on the way. Want some fruit while you wait?”

As bodyguards moved the luggage from the car, Madelyn watched Yvonne approach with a puzzled expression.

“I wasn’t sure which fruits you liked, so I sliced up a variety. I need to get back to the kitchen.” Madelyn remained silent. Moments later, Zach’s cold voice broke the silence, “Who invited you here?”

Yvonne attempted a smile, her fingers playing with her apron, “I wanted to do something for you.”

Zach’s eyes darkened, “Get out.”

Trying to ease the mood, Yvonne said, Zach, I meant well. We’ve been engaged for so long, and I just wanted to cook a meal for you.”

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Zach used the Young family’s funds to buy businesses at a bargain. When the stock market struggled, even the richest in Ventropolis, including the Arnold family, felt the pinch. Smaller companies faced bankruptcy, and the Young family almost did too.

Two years ago, Zach visited Frida at the Young residence. Even before the Arnold family supported Azure Corporation, he had made a name for himself in Ventropolis, though he often stayed out of the spotlight. Many companies wanted him, but Zach remained loyal to his mentor, Hayson. No offer could tempt him away from his clear goal: to take over Azure Corporation. His ambition made people wary.

“You’re asking for $1.5 billion just like that, Zach? Beyond being Hayson’s adopted kid, I really admire you. Many at YTCorp started like you did, but what you’ve achieved is something else. The only reason we’re talking today is because of Yvonne.” Frida gestured to the door, “Now, get out of the Young residence.” She shot Yvonne a stern look, saying, “Go to your room. We’ll discuss this later.”

Yvonne stepped forward to defend Zach, “Mom, can we give him a chance? I know it’s a lot of money, but I think the Young family can handle it if we all chip in.”

Hearing Yvonne’s words, Frida’s patience snapped, and she slapped her.. Throughout Yvonne’s life, Frida had always been gentle, making this rare display of Have you anger even more shocking. fallen for him so hard? Do you see the Young family’s wealth as something to give away? After all your education, is this what you’ve taken away? Just handing over our legacy? You’re not making any sense.”

Yvonne, cradling her reddened cheek, whispered, “Mom…”

“Stop calling me that!” Frida snapped back. “If you’re taking his side today, you might as well leave with him. I don’t want a daughter who acts this way.”

“If Zach’s seen as an outsider,” Yvonne began, tears shimmering, “what if he joins the Young family? Wouldn’t that change things? Maybe then, could you consider helping him?”

Stunned by Yvonne’s plea, Frida felt a rush of confusion and anger. ‘After everything I taught her, she still doesn’t understand!’ In her frustration, her surroundings momentarily blurred.

“If you’re uncertain, we can draw up an agreement,” Zach offered. “The Young family will hold the controlling shares of any company we get. And about the $ 1.5 billion? I’ll pay it all back within three years, with an extra 10% interest on top.”

Frida’s eyebrows shot up in disbelief, Pay all that back in just three years? Is he blindly confident or just plain nuts?’ She retorted, “Zach, have you lost it? If you can’t pay that back, there’s no way you can make up for the loss.”

“My life might not be worth much, but this is priceless,” Zach said, handing her a document pouch. “Check it out if you don’t trust me.”

Feeling curious, Frida peeked inside. It was a deed to an oil field in the Middle East with Zach’s name as the owner. Her eyes widened. “Hold on, isn’t this the Burton family’s property? How did you snag this?” She asked, giving him a skeptical look.

 

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Zach lit a cigarette. Ever since Madelyn left him, he had picked up smoking. Now, he could not quit. “The details don’t matter.”

“Did you kill Randall?” Frida asked. Yvonne glanced over. She knew Zach had secrets, and he always intrigued her. Zach replied, “Ms. Young, without evidence, murder accusations are just talk. But today, we’re discussing money.

Owning that oil field gave Zach a significant edge. The Young family had diverse businesses; the oil industry was their latest focus. Their partnership with the Burton family was postponed because of Randall’s imprisonment. When Zach revealed the deal today, it took Frida by surprise.

Frida grew concerned about Zach potentially rising to prominence in Ventropolis. She could not believe it.. While the Burton family was in chaos, trying to track down the businesses Randall owned, Zach had managed to secure the oil field worth over $10 billion-a prize the Burtons had their eyes on. Frida felt conflicted. On one hand, she desired the oil field; on the other, striking a deal with Zach was risky. But Frida recognized that bold moves could lead to substantial gains in business.

“Ms. Young, think it over,” Zach urged. Frida’s eyes narrowed, looking suspicious, “Why approach us when you could’ve gotten over $1.5 billion from the bank?”

Zach replied, mischief in his eyes, I” have my reasons. Or maybe… you’re too scared to bet with me?”

“Do you realize how risky this is? If things go south, you’ll lose everything.”

“I only gamble when I’m sure I’ll win.”

“Fine,” Frida said. “If you can’t pay back in three years, the oil field becomes the Young family’s property.”

“Deal.”

“To make sure we’re on the same page, “Frida continued, “you’ll need to get engaged to Yvonne. We don’t just lend this much money to anyone.”

Seeing where the conversation was heading, Yvonne asked with a hopeful grin, “Mom, are you agreeing?”

Frida was unsure about Zach because of his mysterious past and ambitious goals. She worried he might one day overshadow the Young family. “I’ll say yes if you promise to join our family through marriage. Do you agree?”

Zach smiled confidently, “Of course.”

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Zach and Yvonne’s engagement party was low-key. While it did make it to the newspapers, the news was quickly overshadowed by stories of several companies going bankrupt.

After securing the funds, Zach bought major real estate properties, financial securities, and struggling businesses. Once the economy improved, he revamped these companies under the banner of Jardin Corporation. In just three years, Jardin went public, its stock value soaring beyond that of the once-thriving Arnold Corporation. With the success, Zach’s initial $1.5 billion grew more than tenfold, making him a prominent figure in Ventropolis.

Once Yvonne arrived in France, Madelyn had this nagging feeling something was amiss, ‘This is just ridiculous! Why is he seeking me out if he’s already tied to Yvonne in this life? How different am I now from Cecilia in our past life? Am I just here to stir up trouble? Yvonne’s just like how I remember her being in that previous life-lost and hurt.’

She quickly went to her room. As she shut the door, she felt a rush of exhaustion, her whole body shaking,” Zach never changes, not even from one life to the next.’ The sound of loud voices arguing from below reached her ears. Desperate for peace, she covered them, trying to block out the noise.’ This relationship feels so wrong!’ After a while, she recognized the sound of his footsteps in the corridor. Thankfully, she had locked her door, ensuring he could not enter.

Knock, knock, knock.

Pushing herself up with the bed’s help, Madelyn stood. She hurled a decorative piece at the door in her anger, “Go away! I don’t want to see you!”

A dent appeared on the door from the impact. The knocking stopped, but Zach spoke from outside, “It’s just the two of us here. No one else is around.”

Madelyn’s breathing quickened, “I don’t want to hear it. You’re revolting, Zach!” In her mind, the thoughts raced, ‘How did he even start Jardin Corporation under these circumstances? He’s set to marry someone else, so why’s he tangling up with me? That “mistress” remark wasn’t just for laughs.

Being in this place with him is suffocating. I never planned to come between two people, but here I am, right in the thick of it. How did I end up in this mess?’ She felt her heart pounding, the weight of the situation pressing down on her. A maid came upstairs, presenting a tray, “Sir, dinner’s ready.”

Zach shot the maid a cold glance, ” Where’s the key to this room?”

Stumbling over his words, the maid replied, “The lady usually handles the keys. I don’t know where she placed it.”

With growing frustration, Zach slapped the tray from the maid’s hands, “Then find it! Can’t anyone here think for themselves?” Clearly frightened, the maid nodded, 11 Of course, sir… I’ll search for it right now.

After searching for half an hour, the maid found the key hidden beneath the TV wall mount. Zach hurriedly unlocked the door, only to discover Madelyn unconscious on the floor.

“Madelyn!” he exclaimed. Zach gently picked her up and settled her onto the bed without wasting any moment. “Bring some fruit juice,” he ordered.

“Right away, sir,” the maid responded, rushing to get it. When she returned, it became clear that Madelyn’s fainting spell was not due to an illness but low blood sugar.

Tossing a stern look at the spilled meal, Zach said, “Get rid of this food and prepare a new meal, just the way we usually have it.”

 

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The maid said, “The lady worked hard on that meal. Throwing it out would be such a waste, right?” Zach shot her a stern glance. “Just do what I say,” he said curtly.

Trying to hide her nervousness, the maid nodded and headed downstairs to clean up. Meanwhile, the other maids got busy preparing another meal. After sipping the fruit juice Zach gave her, Madelyn slowly awakened and gazed at the ceiling.

“How do you feel?” Zach asked.

Madelyn paused. “I’m moving out tomorrow.”

His expression became stern. “You know I won’t let that happen. Why can’t you just deal with this? I promise you’ll be left alone. It’ll just be me.”

“You’re pushing me to the edge,” Madelyn fired back. “I might do something we’ll both regret. I could kill you, Zach.”

Zach gently caressed her forehead. ” Once you’re better, you can chase any dream you want. You want to paint? I’ll set up a studio just for you.” Zach’s voice had an unusual softness tonight, as if he was a different person.

“You still don’t get it? I’m never going to be with you, Zach! I’d choose anyone over you. If you care at all, go back to Yvonne and recognize how deeply she feels for you.”

Madelyn closed her eyes, avoiding any further interaction with Zach. He had made choices on her behalf, leaving her feeling powerless to change his decisions. The sting of his past betrayals lingered, making trust almost impossible for her. Although she tried to move on, the pain from her past was always present. Being near him felt suffocating.

Previously, Zach’s lack of attention gave Madelyn the chance to escape. But now, he was determined to keep her close.

Zach’s anger seemed to disappear when he looked at Madelyn. “You’ve got three days to think this over,” he said. His voice was gentle, though a cold glint in his eyes suggested otherwise. “I won’t be at Southern Haven Villas during that time. But if I don’t get the answer I want, Madelyn, you know what I can do, don’t you?”

Madelyn remained silent, a clear sign of her resistance. She understood Zach’s strategies all too clearly. He was attempting to corner her, but she would not be easily swayed. She refused to be forced into anything against her will.

Before heading out, Zach kissed Madelyn’s forehead and closed the door. Turning to the bodyguard outside, he said, “Keep an eye on her. Don’t let her leave Southern Haven Villas.”

The bodyguard nodded. “Understood.”

Zach drove away, leaving Madelyn feeling trapped. During the next few days, she often found herself gazing from her balcony at what used to be a neighboring villa but was now transformed into a backyard. She felt uneasy, but she took some comfort in having her phone. She hurriedly searched online for information about the Arnold family.

 

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Madelyn could not find any recent updates on the Arnold family online, with the latest information being four years old, making her suspicious. She felt uneasy, questioning her own paranoia. At this point, she could possibly even walk past Ethan on the street without being able to recognize him.

She was concerned that Zach might seek revenge on the Arnold family, given his history of holding onto grudges. After Ethan took over Azure Corporation, causing Zach’s professional setback, she believed Zach might want payback, even if Ethan was not at fault.

With Cecilia back and Zach’s smart planning, they seemed poised to become dominant in Ventropolis. Zach had big dreams.

Zach watched Madelyn in her room through his tablet. He asked a maid to serve the dinner they prepared. Madelyn did not eat much. The maid acted cautiously, as if scared to upset her. As she was settling in for bed, she overheard voices outside her door.

“Who’s the woman in that room?” one voice whispered. “I’ve never seen the lady so upset.”

“Do you think Zach brought her?” another guessed. “The lady does everything here, even all the chores. Now, there’s this stranger,” the first voice noted.

“Shh! She might hear us,” the second one warned.

“Let’s leave,” the first suggested.

As the footsteps hurried away, Madelyn sat on the bed, her wet hair dripping onto the sheets. She was taken aback by how she was perceived as ‘the other woman’. The whispers from outside reminded her of things from her past, but she held firm to one decision: she would never be another Cecilia.

That night, she had many nightmares. When she woke up, sunlight was streaming through the large windows, filtering between the tree branches.

At 8 am, a maid called Madelyn for breakfast. She chose to eat in her room. Later, she sat on the balcony and sketched a woman in a blue dress decorated with roses, sitting gracefully on a bench with a colorful rose garden behind her. Although Madelyn did not draw the woman’s face, the elegance of the figure made it clear she was beautiful.

Once her painting was dry, Madelyn rolled it up and headed to her old room on the fifth floor. She had left many items there and wanted to frame her new picture. Zach said he had not touched anything in Southern Haven Villas. But when she got there, maids. were cleaning up.

One maid said, sounding a bit annoyed, “Miss, please don’t touch anything. If anything breaks, the boss will blame us. Madelyn, growing more worried, asked, “Have you seen my paintings and frames?”

The maid raised an eyebrow, thinking, When I started here, they were fixing up the place. I had no idea someone lived here before.’ She said, “Your paintings might be in the boss’s study, but you can’t go in. He’s strict about that.”

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“Not even the lady of the house is allowed to enter the study freely,” the maid said. Madelyn thought, ‘As long as the paintings are safe. Some are mementos from Mom.’

Quickly heading downstairs, she found the master bedroom on the second floor empty. However, in Zach’s room, she discovered her treasured paintings, all protected under white cloth.

Emotions surged as she touched them. She picked them up, wanting to move them back to her room, but as she tried to leave, one of the maids blocked her way.

“Miss, I told you; you can’t touch these. Madelyn replied coolly, “Like I said, these are mine. I’m just taking back what’s mine.”

Another maid, clearly annoyed, snapped at the other maid, “Why’re we even talking to her? She seems out of it, probably lost her mind or something. Let’s just get the paintings.”

But before the maids could act, two bodyguards in black suits quickly came up the stairs. They stopped the maids and then said to Madelyn, “The boss said you can decide what to do with this stuff.”

The maids, now brought downstairs, were utterly confused. They tried to speak up but were informed they were fired, effective immediately.

“Why? We didn’t do anything wrong! Why are we being fired just like that?”

The bodyguard said, “Mr. Jardin made the decision. Remember, this is the Jents’ home, and the lady upstairs is part of their family. Be respectful, or you won’t have a job here or anywhere else.”

The other maids went quiet. Having worked there for years, they were familiar with the influential Jent family and the stories about Mr. Jardin’s connection to them. They were surprised to learn that the lady upstairs was the Jents’ daughter, whom they had heard so much about. They had. mistakenly thought she was just another woman Zach was seeing.

Ignoring the noise downstairs, Madelyn framed her new painting, hoping to paint a picture of her mom on it someday.

Zach spent most of his day at Jardin Corporation. Kevin told him that since returning, Cecilia had not shown up at the company and no one knew where she was. Leaving a meeting, Zach saw a familiar face in the CEO’s office through the open door. He motioned for Kevin to stay put and walked in.

Inside, he met Frida, who was there to talk about her daughter.

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Frida sipped on the tea brought by the assistant, “I heard that Madelyn’s back, and you kicked Yvonne out of the Southern Haven Villas. Is that true?

“I asked you to take care of Yvonne for me and is this how you treat her? Don’t forget who helped you to get where you are today.”

Zach walked straight to his desk and threw the documents in his hand on the table. “Mrs. Young, of course I remember your kindness and am very grateful for your help. However, I believe that you didn’t come all the way here just to tell me these things.”

Zach took his seat and adjusted his tie with his slender fingers, looking relaxed. Frida sneered. “Mrs. Young, huh? You’re married to my daughter. Have you no respect for your elders? You should be addressing me as your mother-in-law!”

She put her cup of tea down as she spoke. Then, she stood up and walked over to Zach before handing him a red and gold invitation card. “This is the guest list I’ve prepared for the banquet next month.”

Zach smiled arrogantly and opened the invitation card. The name, ‘Madelyn Jent’ was the first name written on it. With a resounding clap, Zach closed the invitation card. “Mrs. Young, I’ve always thought that you were a wise person.”

The expression on Frida’s face turned cold, “Zach, it has been four years, and it’s time for you to fulfill the promise you made back then. Don’t forget about the agreement we signed.”

“Times are different now. Do you really think those so-called agreements would still mean anything to me?”

Zach said mockingly. Frida slammed her hand on the table. Are you going back on your promise to marry Yvonne?

“Zach Jardin! It’s been seven years and Yvonne has always loved you. Even a dog would become loyal after so long. She wasted seven years on you! She’s the light of my life, how could you have the heart to treat her like this!”

Zach crossed his legs, lit up a cigarette, and exhaled a puff of smoke. “Mrs. Young, what do you think I should do then?”

Frida’s gaze turned cold as she retorted, “Marrying her is your only option now. I want you to tell the entirety of Ventropolis that my daughter, Yvonne Young, is your wife.”

Zach chuckled deeply and his voice was filled with arrogance and disdain as he said, “Of course, I’ll keep my promise. Also, I’ll be sure to include the Arnold family on the list.”

Frida was taken aback and at a loss for words. ‘The Arnold family… Do they still exist in Ventropolis?’ Frida thought inwardly. Zach’s words were like a dagger stabbing through her heart.

Frida then went into the elevator and left. When she arrived at the entrance of the company, the receptionist bowed respectfully to her after learning about how wealthy she was, “Goodbye, Mrs. Young.”

Frida opened the car door and heard Yvonne asking her anxiously, “Mom, how did it go? Did he… say yes?”

“Of course, he did. We still have his secret with us. I’ll never let him off the hook if he dares to go back on his word. Yvonne thought that Zach would break his promise after Madelyn’s return. She was aware that their relationship was not as simple as it appeared to outsiders. Madelyn’s existence was like a chip on Yvonne’s shoulder.

She was engaged to Zach for four years, yet he had never touched her. In the hospital back in France, Yvonne saw Madelyn lying on the hospital bed with a patient gown, and there were hickeys all over her neck. Yvonne was not stupid, and she could guess what they had done behind her back.

Shortly after Frida left, Zach received a call from the Southern Haven Villas. Zach frowned as spoke with a stern voice, “Bring her to the company first.”

“Yes, Mr. Jardin.”

In the villa, Madelyn watched as the bodyguard ended the call and asked nervously, “What did he say?”

“Mr. Jardin wants me to take you to his office first.”

Madelyn was wearing a black dress as she furrowed her brows, “I just…”

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Madelyn’s phone rang as soon as she said those words. After seeing the caller ID, she hesitated for a moment before answering. Then, she spoke in an annoyed tone, “You said you were going to give me three days, and the time hasn’t come yet.”

“If you want to go to her grave, I’ll come with you in the afternoon after I’m done with my meeting.” Zach replied.

“I don’t need you to go with me. I can go alone.”

“It’s either you don’t go or let me come with you. Your choice,” he responded, his voice immediately turning cold. She did not really have a choice, did she? So, Madelyn reluctantly agreed, “Then I’ll wait for you downstairs later.”

She did not want to cause any unnecessary trouble. The sky was sunny and bright in the morning but suddenly turned cloudy by afternoon, as if there might be a heavy rain later. So, Madelyn brought an umbrella with her, just in case.

The bodyguard drove as Madelyn sat in the rear passenger seat. The journey lasted for more than an hour before they finally arrived at the Jardin Corporation. Madelyn sat inside the car with a bouquet of balloon flowers that symbolized eternal love.

Some said that when balloon flowers bloomed, happiness would follow. Some people would be able to seize it, while others were destined to miss it.

In the mansion she lived in when she was younger, there was a large patch of balloon flowers planted in the garden. Rosario told Madelyn that her mother had planted them in the past, but for some reason, all of them withered overnight.

Madelyn was starting to get impatient as she looked up to the top floor of the building, which was barely visible. After about half an hour, she finally saw someone coming out of the building.

Madelyn withdrew her gaze and her expression turned calm. She thought that they would not meet again for three days.

Zach got into the car, wrapped his arm around her waist, and took a deep whiff of the fragrance on her, just like before. “I’ve made a reservation at a restaurant for tonight.”

Madelyn ignored him and said nonchalantly, “Let’s go. It might rain soon.

The car started. Zach noticed the black dress she was wearing, and it reminded him of a person deep in his mind. After more than twenty years, he only had a vague memory of her silhouette. However, he could not deny that her beauty was truly one of a kind, and describing her as breathtaking would be an understatement.

The car drove on the mountain road for a while, and soon, they arrived at the bottom of the hill. They had to walk for the remaining stretch of the journey.

Madelyn still remembered where the grave was located. However, when they were just halfway into their journey, she was already drenched in cold sweat. Her steps were unsteady, and she felt something wrong with her body. The journey was only supposed to take them a little more than ten minutes, yet Madelyn spent almost half an hour. The sky would be dark by the time they arrived at the grave if they kept this up.

“I’ll carry you on my back.” Zach immediately went to hold her up as soon as he saw her struggling. He gently wiped off the sweat from her forehead and frowned as he asked, Why does your hand feel so cold? Are you feeling sick?”

“I should’ve worn thicker clothes. I’m fine. Let’s keep walking. It’s already getting late.”

Zach took off his blazer and put it on for Madelyn. Then, he lifted her off the ground and strode forward with steady and swift steps. Madelyn felt very comfortable in his arms.

She did not struggle because she genuinely had no strength to walk further. When they arrived at the grave, Zach put her down.

Madelyn looked around the grave and realized that it was very clean. There was even a bouquet of balloon flowers placed in front of the tombstone. She looked at Zach, puzzled. “Did you come here earlier?”

‘No, it couldn’t be him! I know him too well. He would never do something like this, so who could it be?’