Loved You Once But He's My Forever (Chloe)
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Chapter 385 Even If Hell Awaits

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Her look was nothing like, Taylor's. Taylor's smile always carried an edge, like a wolf in sheep's clothing. With Amber, I'd felt her hostility the moment we met.

It was the same now. Her gaze was direct and without apology, as though she already saw me as a ghost.

I pointed in her direction, trying to keep my voice casual. "Carl, look. Amber's here too. What a coincidence.

Carter glanced at her. Her face had returned to its usual icy indifference. But when she looked at Carter, there was a faint trace of warmth in her eyes. For a moment, I wondered if I'd imagined how she had looked at me.

I pushed Carter toward her, feeling relieved that Zoey had gone to handle the kittens' transport.

If Amber was involved in my death, I needed to keep my distance from Zoey.

I quickly texted Zoey, asking her to take a different route.

"Amber, what are you doing here?" Carter asked.

She smiled, her tone casual. Just got off the plane. Didn't expect to run into you.

To keep things light, I mentioned our earlier conversation. "Amber, I've been thinking about what you said, You mentioned there's another stone-where is it?"

I noticed Carter's hand tighten, his nerves more apparent than before.

"Amber, do you know about the pendant Zoey wears?"

Amber quickly interrupted, "Oh, I must have been mistaken. I just said that offhand. Didn't think she'd remember. Are you two heading home? How about a quick meal before you go?" "Maybe another time," Carter replied, his voice polite. We got in the car, and Amber seemed to leave without a hint of suspicion.

I watched as she got into a sleek black car. The door opened, and I saw a man inside, wearing a platinum. ring.

Who was he?

Carter was the first to ask. "What did she say to you?"

I told him everything. "The last time I was doing the dishes, Amber asked where the stone came from and where the other one was: Carl, are there two of these stones?"

Carter hesitated, likely not wanting to lie to me. "Yeah, there are two. Like jadeite. You can carve several pieces, like bracelets, from one stone.

"I see. She must think it's something special

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When I didn't pre any further, Carter relaxed. He gedy ruffled my hair. "Don't worry about it. Just keep

close and wear it for the next few days"

"Don't worry, I don't want to lose myelf again. III make sure to keep it on."

I leaned my head againnt his cheu, playing the part. Since he had called it a Soul-Stabilizing Pendant. I wcepted it without hesitation

"Carl, don't you replace Amber a litle odd?" I asked, trying to see if he noticed anything strange.

"What do you mean? he responded.

"Well, Amber's beautiful and frankly hot. At her age, even if she's divorced, she should have some interest from men, right? But you've known her for years, and there's no one else in her life. No other men or kids. Doesn't that seem odd to you?"

Carter paused, considering Chloe, not everyone needs to get married and have kids just because they can. Look at me. If it weren't for you, I'd rather stay single forever. Maybe Amber's been hurt and doesn't want to date. That doesn't mean you should judge her The word judge hit me harder than I expected.

But of course, Carter had a different view when it came to the Doltons-

I'm not judging her, Carl. I'm just curious," I replied.

He quickly realized his choice of words and apologized "Sorry, Chloe. Amber may seem distant, but she's a good person. A few years ago, when I was really sick, and Damian had to leave for a while, Amber was the one who took care of me." Was that why he never questioned her? Because of their closeness?

Right now, I had no solid proof that Amber was involved in my death, only a gut feeling. If I kept pressing on, it would only create more distance between Carter and me.

I nodded, "I see. So, to you. Amber is like family?"

"You know how it is with the Boltons. The Doltons have always treated me like family. But Chloe, I see Tiffany as a younger sister. There's never been anything more between us."

His urgency to explain was clear.

I wasn't worried about Tiffany.

If Amber really was my enemy, I just needed to wait.

Her unusual kindness to Carter meant I was safest by his side-for now.

When we got home, everything was in order, the house was clean and quiet.

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Night had fallen thick, and Carter was in his study, working. I woke up feeling thirsty and saw he was still at

his desk.

I decided to check on him. He was deep in conversation with Damian.

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The ashtray in front of him was full of cigarette butts, and his face had taken on a cold, unfamiliar expression. "Damian, here's the asset distribution. Have the lawyer come by tomorrow. The will's already written," Canter said.

Damian, normally composed, looked slightly uneasy. Sir, if the madam replaces out about this deception, it will break her heart"

"Heartbreak won't last forever, Damian. I just want her to stay alive. Maybe she'll be down for a year or two, but eventually, she'll move on. The world is a big place. She should see more of it. Maybe she'll meet someone else who loves her, and they'll be happy together... "Sir, is there really no other way?" Damian asked quietly

Carter lit another cigarette, his face partially obscured by the cloud of smoke. He exhaled slowly, his voice quiet. I'd want to spend the rest of my life with her too. Forget I said that. Have you taken care of things with the Whites?" "Yes," said Damian.

"Good. Move fast. We don't want this dragging on longer than necessary."

He blew out another puff of smoke, his gaze distant and emotionless. "Make sure the accident looks real. Don't let Chloe replace out anything."

"Got it."

I quickly left the room, my heart pounding in my chest. Carter was eager to uncover whatever truth he was chasing.

We knew the Carlyns were involved, but we didn't have the evidence to prove it.

Like me, Carter knew my death would look like an accident, but neither of us knew when it would happen.

He wasn't the type to wait around. He wanted to deal with any threats before they could reach me.

He had already prepared a will, made arrangements for everything.

He did all of this quietly, but still, he seemed afraid that I would discover the truth. He wanted to keep up the facade of being a caring person.

After a while, he slipped quietly back into the room and went into the bathroom to get rid of the smell of tobacco.

Thadn't realized just how strong his habit was. But when he was with me, I never noticed the scent.

He came back from the bathroom, lifted the covers gently, and slid into bed next to me, pulling me into

his arms.

Maybe he thought I was asleep. His voice was soft and reassuring. "Chloe, I won't let anything happen to you. I will keep you safe, even if I have to go through hell for that."

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