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Even after Her Death (Chloe and Luke) novel Chapter 21

Chapter 21 Every Mother Loves Her Child 

Chapter 21 Every Mother Loves Her Child 

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When I reached the estate, my thoughts were no longer tangled in worries about Luke or Anna. My mind turned instead to my grandmother

If I had known that last week before the wedding would be the final time I saw her, I would have spent every moment with her. I would have made sure to cherish those last days

Now, nearly a month had passed. I wondered if her health had improved at all

Luke arrived at the estate and asked for permission to see Penelope. After getting the nod, he stepped inside, a warm smile on his face

Penelope, I’ve come to visit.” 

Fearing that his delay might be noted, he quickly added, I got held up with some matters. I sent Chloe ahead to check on you. How are you feeling?” 

Penelope didn’t respond. Instead, a glass flew through the air, aimed directly at Luke

Her strength was not what it used to be. The glass missed him and shattered on the floor at his feet

Luke understood she was still upset about him abandoning the wedding. Feeling guilty, he wasn’t angered. He moved closer to her with steady resolve

I saw Grandma lying in bed, looking more frail than ever

She tried to sit up, but a maid hurried to help

Be careful, Penelope,Luke said, moving faster to assist her. He added with mild reproach, Chloe should know better. With your condition, where did she run off to?” 

Before he could get close, Penelope’s hand shot out, delivering a sharp slap to his face

Don’t touch me! Get out!” 

Luke’s smile briefly faltered. He held back his irritation, speaking softly. Penelope, I know I’ve made mistakes. If you want to hit me or punish me, I’ll accept it.” 

At that moment, my mother’s voice echoed from the hallway, even though she hadn’t yet entered the room. Penelope, why are you doing this? Luke came to see you out of kindness. Why are you hitting him?” 

Penelope pushed Luke’s hand away and let the maid help her back against the pillows. She pointed a shaky finger at him, her voice filled with regret and anger

I don’t want a heartless grandsoninlaw like him. I regret helping them. I should never have listened to Chloe and had the old man lend their family money. What did we get for that? A snake. You ungrateful boy; you left my granddaughter alone at the altar. How can you be so cruel?” 

As Penelope spoke, tears began to stream down her face. My own heart, once numb from the grief of losing loved ones to betrayal, felt a spark of life once more

I knelt beside her bed, my voice soft and pleading. Grandma, please don’t cry. I’m here ” 

I reached out, trying to wipe the tears from her cheeks. Yet, my fingers passed through her face, unable to make contact

She couldn’t hear my voice or see my desperate attempts

My mother’s voice suddenly pierced the silence. Penelope, this isn’t Luke’s fault. He did what he did for Anna. You know Anna’s health isn’t great. What started as a small problem turned into a big scandal, all because Chloe made it public.” 

Penelope, already upset, turned her anger toward my mother

What are you talking about? Chloe’s husband ran away from the wedding, and now you’re blaming the victim? Have you lost 1/2 

Chapter 21 Every Mother Loves Her Child 

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your senses? Since Anna returned, this house has been in constant turmoil. Every few days, there’s a big fight. I could let it slide, until now. Now you’re blaming Chloe for everything?” 

Penelope, don’t be so upset. Chloe is causing trouble here. Everyone wants a peaceful family” 

I’ve watched Chloe grow up. I know her well. She’s kind and would never hurt anyone. How could she hurt her own sister? What’s in it for her? It’s you parents who keep falling for Anna’s tricks.” 

Anna stormed in, tears streaming down her face. Grandma, I know I wasn’t around much after leaving the Sanders. I couldn’t be by your side. But you shouldn’t hate me just because you prefer my sister. I’m your granddaughter too. How can you be so 

unfair?” 

You’re nothing but a troublemaker. You’re the one causing chaos at my household, and now you’re ruining your sister’s wedding day!” 

Penelope grabbed a cane from beside the bed and swung it at Anna’s head

You little wretch! You’re the reason my family is in turmoil. You made my granddaughter disappear on her wedding day. I’ll beat you to a pulp!” 

Though Penelope was frail from illness and lacked strength, her rage was fierce

Luke quickly moved to shield Anna, taking the blow on his own back.

Penelope’s fury only intensified. You two are a pair of shameless lovers. You’d even flirt in my presence? I can only imagine how much more brazen you are at the Boltons. No wonder my granddaughter isn’t herself anymore.” 

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