Loved You Once But He's My Forever (Chloe)
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Chapter 79 You'll Pay for It With Your Life

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Seeing him so heartbroken, Nelson pulled him up. "Mr. Bolton, based on the evidence we have, it seems likely that Chloe has been murdered. But no one has reported anything these days, and her body hasn't been found. There might still be a glimmer of hope. Try not to

be too upset for now. Let's leave it to the police. It's too early to draw conclusions."

This was clearly meant to offer comfort, but once someone decides to cling to hope, even the slightest thread can feel like a lifeline.

Flowers can blossom even in the depths of adversity.

"Without a body, there's still a chance Chloe could be alive."

"You guys go ahead and head back. We'll reach out if we need more from you."

Seeing Luke emotionally overwhelmed, everyone was worried he might do something rash, so they escorted him back to the Sander residence.

During the ride, my mom, usually chatty, stayed silent, gazing out the window with a somber look

My dad drove steadily, his expression unreadable.

Anna sat next to Luke, occasionally glancing at his face.

Luke kept his eyes shut tight, not uttering a word, making one wonder if he was asleep.

Once back at the Sander residence, as soon as they stepped out of the car, Anna gently suggested, "Luke, you've had a rough day with the surgery and all. Eat something and rest; your body needs it." Luke suddenly opened his eyes, glaring at Anna with red eyes. He brusquely pushed her hand accused, "It was you, wasn't it?"

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Anna looked at him with a facade of innocence, "Ethan, I don't know what you're talking about. What did I do?"

As she spoke, Luke's hand suddenly shot out to grasp her neck.

"You've deceived us too many times. How can there be so many coincidences? Chloe disappeared on our wedding night, and you showed me that photo to trick me. You despicable person!"

Luke's sudden outburst was unexpected. I had always seen him yield to Anna's wishes over the years. This was the first time he showed such aggression.

His emotions had been like a roller coaster for over a month, oscillating between extreme highs and devastating lows:

Even if naive, he had begun to see the connections to Anna.

Before anyone could intervene. Luke sharply raised his hand and delivered a firm slap across Anna's face.

The sound of the slap echoed sharply.

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I was momentarily taken aback. The slap felt like an explosive release of pent-up frustrations.

The sound caught the attention of everyone, even the servants shoveling snow nearby paused to watch.

Anna looked at Luke in shock, tears streaming down her face.

I stood before her. She had faked tears so often, yet this time they seemed real.

Anna, are you finally feeling some paint

How many times did you cause me pain in the past? Compared to the suffering / endured because of you, this slap is nothing

Being struck by someone you love doesn't just hurt the face; it wounds the soul.

Perhaps now you can grasp a fraction of the pain I've endured, right?

Yet, it still did not feel sufficient. Compared to what Arina did, I wish I could come back to life to expose her deceit to the world!

Let everyone see them for the monsters they are! All the vile and despicable acts they've committed.

For me, one slap is far from enough to express my rage

However, my parents are devastated. My dad, ever protective, pushed Luke away while my mom cradled Anna in her arms. They were heartbroken.

"Oh. Anna, my poor daughter. You've been wronged."

Dad had always treated Luke with respect due to the Bolton family's influence. This was the first time he had shown anger.

"Luke, you've crossed a line. I know you're anxious about Chloe's whereabouts. Anna has always seen you as her own brother. How could you treat her this way? She was only trying to help replace Chloe, and now she's to blame? Let me tell you, my daughter is not your punching bag." Seeing my dad stand his ground was a revelation; he was not the pushover I had thought. He could stand up for his daughter.

Just not for me.

I touch my cheek, recalling how Luke had struck me before, right in front of him.

What did he say?

He said I was asking for it, that I deserved it.

I closed my eyes, and I could still see his indifferent face standing there.

He spoke without feeling any pain because it did not affect his interests.

What familial love?

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Why would my dad, who disowned me over a single photograph, ever feel sorry for me?

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All the gratitude he expressed when he came to Chedor to replace me has evaporated in this moment.

My parents helped Anna into the living room, and my mom instructed a servant to fetch ice for Anna's

face.

Murmuring. "Has Luke gone mad to suspect you like this?"

Anna sobbed softly, "Mom, don't blame Luke. He's just upset because he can't replace Chloe. I understand his feelings now

"You're too understanding," my mom said, wrapping ice cubes in a towel and dismissing the servant.

She gently applied the ice to Anna's face.

Luke was summoned by my dad to sit and be lectured.

When the servants left, Luke coldly turned to my dad and said, "Traces of toxins were found in the orchid in Grandma's hospital room. Did you poison it yourself?"

"Nonsense! Why would I do that?" My dad retorted, his voice firm. He was always filial, and such an accusation struck at his core.

Luke suddenly stood up and walked toward Anna, step by step.

"Ever since she came back, it's always been Chloe who's painted as unforgivable. What was Chloe like before Anna returned?"

My mom's face visibly shifted.

It was a question that made her pause and think.

I used to be gentle, understanding, filial, and considerate.

As both a girlfriend and a daughter, I was praised endlessly. My parents adored me, and my brother cherished me.

Otherwise, why would Jeffrey have been so drawn to me?

My mom whispered, "Yes, why did she change?"

"It's not Chloe who changed," Luke said coldly, "it's her she schemed."

His fingers pointed directly at Anna. "She led us, step by step, to resent Chloe. Every time Chloe and I were getting along, she'd replace a way to stir things up. Even on our wedding night, you couldn't leave us alone. That night, I wanted to replace Chloe, but you... You kept me from going!" It seemed the old Luke had regained some clarity after being blinded for so long.

Anna shook her head frantically. "Luke, I didn't stop you. I

Before she could finish, Luke suddenly slapped her. "Enough with the crying?" he snapped. "You always cry, and I've had enough. That trick doesn't work on me anymore! If you hadn't stopped me, I would've,

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found Chloe that night. She wouldn't have been in any happens to Chloe, you'll pay for it with your life!"

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found Chloe that night. She wouldn't have been in any danger. Anna, let me be clear-if something happens to Chloe, you'll pay for it with your life!"