Countdown 15 Departing From the Alpha (Evelyn) novel Chapter 6

Chapter 06 

Just then, however, Lucas suddenly embraced me in his arms, and the familiar scent of oak and 

amber surrounded me. 

It was an extremely warm feeling, reminding us that there wa 

Maybe it was the heat of the flames making my eyes sting. 

still the closest bond between us. 

Or maybe it was the weight of the memories crashing down all at once. 

Suddenly, I felt like crying. 

If Lucas had just looked at me, really looked, he would’ve seen the tears welling in my eyes. 

Lucas seemed to have drunk a lot. He didn’t notice the tension in the air. Instead, he held me close, 

gently kissed my forehead, and whispered softly: 

“Evelyn, I love you.‘ 

“It’s okay. We can always take more pictures. How about we go to the beach tomorrow for a “wedding photoshoot? I’m sorry. I know I upset you today.” 

“But my Luna, no matter what dress you wear, you’ll always be the most beautiful in my eyes.” 

I closed my eyes, trying to hide the ache in my chest, and asked quietly, “Who is your Luna?” 

Lucas looked at me with sincerity. “Evelyn, we’re destined to be together. You’re my one and only 

Luna. It can only ever be you.” 

Whenever he got drunk, he would cling to me like a child, refusing to let go and whisper over and over how much he loved me and wanted to build a family with me. 

I used to find comfort in those words, but tonight, I gently pulled my hands away and pushed him 

back a little. 

Sensing something was wrong, Lucas immediately tightened his grip, unwilling to let go. 

“Why are you crying? Who upset you? Tell me.” 

It’s you, Lucas, 

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You’re the only one who can hurt me this much. 

Iforced a small smile. “It’s nothing. I’m just tired.” 

Lucas looked at me with pleading eyes. “Then stay with me a little longer, okay? Evelyn, I need 

you… 

The faint scent of Daisy on his clothes made me feel sick. I couldn’t help but push him away and turn. my head. 

“You should clean yourself up first. Especially your collar.” 

When he returned from the bathroom, he looked uneasy–he had clearly noticed the lipstick stain on 

his shirt. 

For the past few days, he had felt the change in me–how distant I’d become–and it scared him. 

Like something terrible was about to happen. 

He tried to explain, “Evelyn, I’ve only been close to Daisy because of the engagement ceremony. The lipstick must’ve gotten there by accident when we were trying on outfits. Please don’t be upset.” 

I didn’t respond, just turned away and said, “Let’s go to bed.” 

The following days, Lucas seemed restless. He came home early, cooked me breakfast, and treated me like we were in the early days of our relationship. 

He’d wake me up gently, kiss me when I was lost in thought, and whisper, “Evelyn, I’m going to make you the happiest bride in the world.” 

He kept talking about our future as if saying it enough times would make it real. 

But every day, I glanced at my phone, counting down the days. 

Six days left. 

Lucas, you can keep dreaming about the future. 

I won’t be there for it. 

**The Day Before the Wedding–7:00 AM** 

Lucas woke me up, excitement written all over his face.. 

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Sweetheart, today’s the day! We’re taking our wedding photos at the beach. I’ve arranged everything.. let’s go!”