Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 188

Chapter 188 

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That evening, as Lily stepped into her home, exhaustion from a long day weighed on her. However, the moment she walked through the door, her senses were greeted by the delightful aroma of freshly cooked food. She placed the gifts and trinkets she had brought home on the table, then made her way toward the kitchen to investigate. 

Inside, Ethan was busy cooking, his casual attire giving him an approachable, boy–next–door charm. 

“Rough day?” he asked, glancing up from the stove and noticing her leaning against the doorway. 

Lily nodded with a tired smile. 

“Go freshen up,” he said warmly. “Dinner will be ready soon.” 

Grateful, she smiled again and headed to the bedroom to change. After washing up, she returned in comfortable clothes to find Ethan setting dishes on the dining table. 

They sat down side by side, and Ethan served the food. Lily, famished, wasted no time digging in, savoring each bite. 

“What’s all that?” Ethan asked, gesturing toward the pile of packages she had brought in earlier. 

“Just gifts from some fans,” she replied between bites. 

He nodded, and the two ate in companionable silence, enjoying the flavors of the meal. Every bite spoke of effort and care, making the meal even more special. 

Afterward, Lily got up to clear the table and headed into the kitchen to do the dishes. 

“Hey, come here. I have something to show you!” Ethan’s voice carried a note of excitement as he appeared at the doorway, a big grin on his face. 

“What is it?” she asked, glancing back at him. 

“Just come,” he insisted, grabbing her hand eagerly. 

“Give me a minute to finish these,” she said, motioning to the plates. 

Ethan sighed theatrically but waited as she quickly washed up. Once done, he led her to the living room, his excitement palpable. On the coffee table sat a neatly wrapped box, its shiny paper reflecting the room’s warm light. 

“Open it,” he urged. 

Curious, Lily carefully unwrapped the package. Inside lay a stunning silver gown adorned with delicate glitter and tiny diamond–like embellishments. It was breathtaking–and unmistakable. She recognized it immediately as one of her designs, one of the most exclusive pieces from her boutique’s collection. 

Her eyes widened. “This… Why did you buy this?” 

“Because tomorrow is a big day for you, and I wanted you to wear it,” he said, his expression both proud and 

affectionate. 

“But it’s so expensive…” she protested. 

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Ethan chuckled. “I know. That’s why it’s worth it.” 

She tilted her head, narrowing her eyes at him. “Did you also get the matching suit?” 

With a playful flick to her forehead, he replied, “Of course, silly. It’s a couple’s set, remember?” 

“Of course, I remember,” she said, rubbing the spot he had flicked. “But why would you-” 

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“I wanted to be your first customer,” he interrupted, his arms encircling her waist as he pulled her closer. 

Lily’s heart warmed at his thoughtfulness. “Thank you,” she whispered, her smile bright. 

“Not so fast,” he teased. “As your first customer, don’t I get special treatment?” 

She laughed softly, wrapping her arms around his neck. “Oh? What do you want?” 

Ethan leaned in, his mischievous smile meeting hers. Before he could answer, she stood on her tiptoes and pressed a kiss to his lips. 

But he wasn’t about to let it end there. 

Ethan cupped Lily’s neck gently, pulling her into a deep, passionate kiss. Their lips lingered together, the world around them fading as the moment stretched. When they finally broke apart, both were breathless, their eyes locked as if sharing a silent conversation. 

Before she could fully catch her breath, Ethan reached behind him and handed her another gift box. 

“What’s this?” she asked, curiosity lighting up her face. 

“Open it and see,” he said with a playful grin. 

Lily carefully peeled off the wrapping and lifted the lid. Inside was a soft, white teddy bear with adorable, button–like eyes. Her face lit up with pure joy, her excitement bubbling over. 

“This is so cute!” she exclaimed, clutching the plush toy tightly to her chest. She turned to Ethan and planted another kiss on his lips. “Thank you, thank you, thank you! I love it. This is the best gift ever!” she said, laughing as she hugged the teddy bear. 

“What should we name it?” she asked, holding it up and inspecting its fluffy fur. “It’s so soft and cuddly… How about ‘Mr. Fluffy‘?” 

Ethan chuckled at her enthusiasm. “Mr. Fluffy sounds perfect.” 

Her joy was infectious, and seeing her smile made his heart swell. 

Still riding the wave of happiness, Lily decided to open the gifts she had received from her fans earlier. She sifted through the cards and small packages, each containing thoughtful messages and trinkets, until her hand landed on a small, elegant gift box. 

Curious, she opened it–and gasped. Inside was a dazzling pair of silver earrings, encrusted with what appeared to be diamonds. 

“Wow… are these real diamonds?” she asked, her eyes wide with disbelief. 

Ethan took the earrings from her hands and examined them closely. With just a glance, he could tell they were genuine–and incredibly valuable. 

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“They’re real,” he confirmed, his brow furrowing. “But who would send you something like this?” 

Lily shrugged, just as puzzled as he was. “I have no idea. But there’s a card with it.” 

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