Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan) novel Chapter 54

Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband 

Chapter 54 

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Lily nodded slowly, her anxiety easing just a little. If Ethan’s investigation was connected to MM Parker it made sense. For a moment, she had been truly frightened, but his explanation reassured deer. 

“Do you still love him?” Ethan asked again, his voice tinged with nervousness.. 

She shook her head, her expression resolute. “No. I don’t love him anymore. Whatever fefelfofor him died the day I learned the truth.” Her tone was firm, yet a shadow of pain flickered in her eyes ohher, everything connected to Ryan had perished in the flames of betrayal. 

Now, she had only two goals: to exact her revenge and to find her real family.y. 

Hearing her answer, a small smile tugged at Ethan’s lips. Her words filled him with hoppdfff her heart no longer belonged to Ryan, then perhaps he had a chance. He wasn’t in a rush to wirith her veer He would be patient, slowly making his way into her heart, ensuring that one day it belonged to binme entirely. 

Lily’s expression softened, but moments later, her gaze grew distant, and tears bbgramwelling in her eyes. “Ethan, just because I’m an orphan… does that give people the right to treat me ikke fm/worthless? I loved them so much, but why? Why couldn’t they love me back?” she whispered hereroice ticking. 

Ethan watched helplessly as her tears began to flow. 

“They made me do so much for them, and I did it all without question Buwirhytidhhey treat me like this I thought they were my family. But to them, I was just a servant..” she cried bitterly, her words trembling with anguish. 

“Are orphans not human? Don’t we deserve love? If they didn’t wannmaantheir daughter, why did they adopt me? Why fake all that love and then stab me in the back? Whanasisindidid commit to deserve this? Maybe…. maybe it would’ve been better if I had just stayed an orphan.” 

The pain in her voice shattered Ethan’s composure. Without thinking he pulled her into a tight embrace, holding her trembling form close to his chest. He didn’t speakkaldwiringherto cry freely, her sobs shaking his heart to its core. His arms wrapped around her protectivelylylike aliield against all the hurt she had endured. 

As she cried, Ethan struggled to suppress the fury boiling insidehhin Every tear she shed made him hate the people who had caused her pain even more. If he could/hewwould destroy them all for what they had done to her. 

In his arms, Lily felt a warmth she hadn’t known in years licence was comforting, like a sanctuary where no harm could reach her. Slowly, her sobs subsided, hadd a sense of safety enveloped her. 

Ethan gently cupped her tear–streaked face, his thumb basseyng away the remaining tears. “Don’t cry anymore,” he said softly, his voice filled with tendernessss Ith hurtso see you like this.” 

He gazed into her eyes, his sincerity unwavering Younan orphan, Lily. You have me now. Those selfish people only care about themselves, and promisisco ond day, they will face the consequences of their 

actions.” 

His words, spoken with such conviction, brought signer of comfort to her wounded heart. Though her pain remained, his presence felt likka baiah,ooothing the ache she carried inside. 

“I believe that one day, someone will comes into yonilife and heal your broken soul, give you the happines you deserve, and protect you from all the hardshippy you face! Ethan said softly, his gaze steady on her. I ju 

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Suddenly, before she could think or question her emotions, Lily leaned forward and pressed her lips to his. The action surprised even her. For a moment, Ethan was stunned, his mind blank. But as the realization sank in, he responded with equal intensity, pouring all his love into the kiss. 

What began as a gentle brush of lips quickly grew into a passionate embrace, leaving them both breathless. When the kiss finally ended, Lily pulled back, her chest heaving as the gravity of her actions dawned on her. 

I kissed him. Oh, my God, I kissed him! Her thoughts spiraled into panic. Why had she done that? What had come over her? And if he asked why, what could she possibly say? 

Because your lips looked irresistible? No, that sounds terrible! Because I wanted to? That’s even worse! She felt her cheeks burn with embarrassment. The more she thought about it, the redder her face became. She dared not look at Ethan, feeling utterly mortified. 

Ethan, on the other hand, couldn’t help but smile at her flustered expression. Her sudden boldness and subsequent shyness were endearing. Although he wanted to tease her, he held back, mindful of how emotional she had been earlier. 

“You kissed me as a form of compensation, didn’t you?” he asked, his tone light and playful. 

Lily’s head shot up, and she nodded frantically, seizing the lifeline he offered. “Yes, yes! That’s exactly why I kissed you–for compensation!” 

Ethan chuckled at her quick response but decided not to push her further. “Alright then. Shall we head back?” 

Her smile faltered. She glanced around the picturesque place, reluctant to leave. Sensing her hesitation, Ethan reached out and playfully pinched her nose. “Don’t worry. I’ll bring you back another time.” 

“Okay,” she said, her smile returning. With his help, she stood up, taking one last wistful look at the serene surroundings before they left. 

This time, when Ethan scooped her into his arms, she didn’t resist. Instead, she looked at him quietly, her emotions swirling in her eyes. There was gratitude, confusion, and something more–something she couldn’t quite name. 

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He placed her gently in the car and settled into the driver’s seat. As he started the engine, she spoke, her voice soft, “Drop me at the Miller Mansion.” 

Ethan nodded but cast her a concerned glance. The journey was quiet, each of them lost in their thoughts. For Ethan, it was a silence filled with hope. For Lily, it was tangled with emotions she couldn’t untangle. 

When they reached the Miller Mansion, she stepped out of the car and turned to him. “Ethan, thank you for everything today.” 

“Lily, are you sure about this?” he asked, his worry evident. 

She gave him a reassuring smile. “Don’t worry. Everything will be fine.” 

Ethan wanted to believe her but couldn’t shake his unease. “Come here,” he said, motioning for her to approach. 

Curious, she leaned closer, thinking he had something to say. But instead, Ethan leaned in and captured her lips in a brief yet heartfelt kiss.