He Cheated I Rose Making Him Regret Everything (Chloe and Arthur) novel Chapter 559

“Charles!” Greg cried out, rushing forward to catch Charles as he staggered.

‘I… can’t catch my breath,” Charles gasped before going completely limp in Greg’s arms.

Finished

Greg carefully lowered him to the floor and yanked his phone from his pocket, quickly dialing Blaine’s number.

As soon as the call connected, Greg spoke urgently, “It’s Charles–his heart’s giving out. We need an imbulance now.”

On the island.

Chloe stood before the floor–to–ceiling window, her eyes fixed somewhere in the distance.

Outside, a bare tree stood waiting for spring. A nest rested on one branch where a small bird–probably he inother, judging by her plain feathers–was settled over her eggs. On a nearby branch, a brightly olored male hopped about, chirping a cheerful, twittering tune. Every so often, the female answered oftly from the nest.

They looked cozy. Happy.

t was a stark contrast to the cold, heavy silence of the old castle around her.

Just some birds. Is it really that fascinating?”

The voice came from behind her. Chloe didn’t turn. She already knew who it was.

Whether something’s fascinating depends on who you’re watching it with,” she replied quietly, her gaze till outside. Seeing the male bird’s eager attempts to please his mate made her think of someone–that lways well–dressed, always considerate man beneath the polished surface. If they were birds, would they e like that pair?

dearing her words, a flicker of irritation passed over Vincent’s otherwise calm expression,

ately, everything she said seemed designed to test his patience. Did she act so bokily because she knew ie wouldn’t lose his temper with her?

dis Clo–Clo was becoming less and less compliant.

Before Vincent could steer the conversation elsewhere, Chloe spoke first

‘Did you get the video?”

At her question. Vincent studied her. She still hadn’t turned, her attention seemingly absorbed by the scene outside. The question sounded casual, but it carried a quiet certainty.

Was she already assuming he’d failed!

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Chapter 559 The Wager

It was only noon. Even if things went smoothly, the big, lavish wedding would will be in full swing

He had thought she’d only care about what came after the ceremony, “I woured yould only be interested in the reception, he said lightly, “What, do you want to see the ceremony too? Watch them stand before the officiant and promise to love each other faithfully, till death do them part?

Chloe didn’t reply at first. Slowly, she turned to face him.

When her eyes met his serious gaze, she suddenly smiled–a brigin, genuine smile,

For just a second, seeing that smile, Vincent let himself hope abnurdly that Chloe had changed bet mind. That she’d gone back to being the obedient Clo–Clo who used to way by his side, her eyes fall of no one but him.

“Vincent, look at you–acting like such a sore loser. Is there really any point in dragging this out Cas smile vanished, her voice cool and clear. “We both know how this ends, don’t wet

Vincent’s expression tightened almost imperceptibly. He hadn’t expected her to be so sure of herself, to state the outcome so bluntly,

And the truth was, she was right, She had won,

He had to give her that.

“You sound so confident. Is the man you chose really that devoted to you? Vincent gave a soft laugh. though it didn’t reach his eyes. “Jennifer failing her mission just means her acting was poor and her skills were lacking. It doesn’t prove that man would actually give up everything for you”

“A person like me isn’t worth him sacrificing anything. He’s already done more than enough to make me happy Chloe said, a faint, knowing smile touching her lips. “Vincent, our little bet… I won”

Vincent watched her confident smile and let out a low chuckle. “Yeah You won. That man, Eugene, figured out the woman beside him was a fake. Maybe… he knew from the very beginning”

Chloe’s smile widened slightly. I told you. The man I choose doesn’t lose.”

“You won. I can admit defeat, I won’t cause them any trouble. Neither I nor any of my people will, Viracent stated calmly, a polite, almost sincere smile on his face.

Chloe looked at the man smiling in front of her. A man so strikingly handsome, wearing such a gentle expression, could easily fool most people into thinking he was kind Tender–hearted, even,

What a shame.

This was a devil in human skin. Beneath Vincent’s surface lay nothing but crucity, layer after layer of m. Tenderness? An illusion. This man was made of darkness–an abyss wearing a human face.

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