Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 140

Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband 

Chapter 140 

+8 Pearls 

Lily’s eyes widened as she carefully took the bracelet from his hand. Her fingers traced the delicate design, and when she turned it over, she noticed her initials, ‘LX, engraved on the surface. Her breath caught in her throat. 

“This… this bracelet… it’s mine,” she whispered in disbelief. “I had this since I was a child. I never took it off, but… one day, I lost it. I was heartbroken when I couldn’t find it. Ethan, how do you have this? Where did you find it?” 

Ethan smiled gently, caressing her cheek with his thumb. “The day I first saw you, the day my heart started beating for someone other than myself, was the day I found this bracelet. It was as if fate had brought me to you before we even met.” 

Lily’s lips curved into a soft smile, and she leaned forward to kiss his nose. “Love at first sight,” she murmured. 

But then, a thought struck her. Her brows knitted together in confusion. “Ethan, if you loved me even before we officially met, why didn’t we cross paths in my past life? If you were there, why didn’t you try to meet me or… or woo me?” 

Ethan sighed softly, pinching the tip of her nose playfully. “I don’t know, Lily. Maybe our paths just weren’t meant to cross back then. Or maybe… your decision to step out into the world in this life shifted our fate.” 

Lily nodded thoughtfully. “Maybe…” 

Ethan’s voice softened with guilt as he spoke again. “I’m so sorry, Lily. I loved you even then, but I couldn’t save you. I couldn’t protect you.” 

Lily wrapped her arms around him, pulling him into a comforting embrace. “I know, Ethan. And I don’t blame you. None of it was your fault. In my past life, I rarely stepped out. I was always hidden behind Rose’s shadow or accompanied by others. How could you have found me? How could you have tried to save me if I never gave you the chance?” 

They stayed in each other’s arms, the weight of their shared grief slowly lifting as they found solace in their love and the second chance fate had given them. 

Lily couldn’t help but feel a pang of sadness as she thought about how her past life had kept her from meeting such an incredible man sooner. It wasn’t fair, but she reminded herself that the past was gone, and she needed to focus on the present. 

“It’s not your fault, Ethan,” she said softly, her hand gently patting his back. “The past is behind us now. Whatever happened, it’s over. What matters is that we’re here together, starting fresh, building something beautiful.” 

Ethan let out a soft hum, his forehead resting against hers. “Lily, I couldn’t protect you before, but I promise you–nothing and no one will ever harm you again. Not while I’m by your side.” 

Lily smiled faintly and yawned, the weight of exhaustion settling over her. The night had been long, and the emotions they had shared had left her drained. “Let’s sleep now, Ethan. I’m so tired…” 

She was about to turn over when Ethan shifted, gently rolling her onto her back and hovering over her. A playful glint danced in his eyes. “My dear wife, it’s our wedding night. How can you fall asleep so soon?” 

Lily’s cheeks flushed as she stammered, “E–Ethan… I’m really tired. Can’t we just―” 

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Chapter 140 

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Her words were silenced as Ethan leaned down, capturing her lips in a deep, passionate kiss. Between soft breaths, he whispered, “I love you, Lily…” 

The night stretched on, filled with whispered promises, shared warmth, and the deep bond they had both fought so hard to build.