The Wife He Never Meant to Love (Lila and Damon) novel Chapter 189

Chapter 189

Chapter 189

In Wago City, the night carried a different kind of silence.

Daven had returned.

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The town looked unchanged on the surface-quiet streets, familiar corners, the same slow rhythm of life- but behind the tall gates of the mansion he now called home, everything had shifted.

It had been a year.

A full year since he started giving Maddy the medicine.

A year of gradual changes-subtle at first, almost unnoticeable-until they became impossible to ignore.

Maddy could no longer walk.

What began as weakness had turned into complete dependence. Her legs, once full of life and movement, now lay still beneath her, unresponsive no matter how hard she tried.

And because of that-

She depended on Daven for everything.

At first, it had frightened her.

Then it frustrated her.

Now… it had become her reality.

Daven made sure she never felt like she had lost anything.

If anything, he gave her more.

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The life she once dreamed of-the luxury, the comfort, the exclusivity-he placed it all within her reach. The mansion they lived in stood as proof of that. Vast, elegant, filled with everything she could ever want.

Servants moved quietly through its halls. Expensive furnishings decorated every corner. Every detail was carefully chosen.

For her.

Every month, a doctor visited.

A man Daven trusted.

Each visit followed the same pattern-examinations, quiet discussions, and reassurance.

“Her condition is improving,” the doctor would always say. “With continued rehabilitation and consistent medication, there’s a strong chance she’ll recover.”

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Hope.

It was always hope.

And Maddy held onto it tightly.

Because it was all she had.

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That night, the room was dimly lit, soft shadows dancing along the walls as Maddy slept.

Her breathing was slow, uneven-exhaustion from the day’s exercises still lingering in her body. The rehabilitation sessions were intense, specifically designed for her condition. They drained her, both physically and mentally.

Daven stood near the bed, watching her.

Quiet.

Still.

There was something in his gaze-something deep, something unreadable.

A year.

And everything had gone exactly as planned.

Maddy stirred.

A small movement at first-then suddenly, she jolted awake, her eyes widening slightly before settling on the figure in front of her.

“Daven…?” she murmured, her voice still heavy with sleep. “When did you return?”

“I just got back,” he said softly, his expression shifting into something gentler. “I missed you.”

He leaned down, pressing a light kiss to her lips-brief, almost tender.

Maddy blinked, still waking up, her body sluggish from exhaustion.

“I’m tired,” she admitted, her voice quieter now as she tried to sit up.

Daven’s hand moved to support her, helping her adjust against the pillows.

“I know,” he said, brushing a strand of hair away from her face. “You’ve been working hard..but i miss you so much and I want you now.”

There was a pause.

Maddy studied him, something uncertain flickering in her eyes-something she couldn’t quite name.

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A year ago, things had been different.

She had been different.

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But every time doubt surfaced, it was quickly replaced by the life around her-the comfort, the care, the constant reassurance that she would get better.

That this was temporary.

That Daven was helping her.

“I just need to rest,” she added softly.

Daven held her gaze for a moment longer.

Daven did not move instead he claim Maddy’s lips once more this time it was forcefull the kind of kiss that will not gave Maddy to resist him.

He did not care if she is okay with it, his hand slowly move under her night gown stripping her naked.

After an hour Daven was satisfied and fall asleep beside Maddy, holding her tightly.

“Rest,” he said. “You need your strength.”

His tone was calm. Understanding.

But as Maddy slowly lay back down, her eyes drifting closed once more-

Daven didn’t move.

He stayed there, watching her again.

Waiting.

Because in his mind-

Everything was unfolding exactly the way it should.

And Maddy…

Was right where he needed her to be.

Maddy lay still, staring at the ceiling as the room slowly returned to silence.

The faint rustling of fabric, the quiet footsteps of the staff moving around her-it all blurred into the background.

Inside, something felt… wrong.

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The way Daven had held her.

The way he kissed her.

There was no hesitation. No softness.

No asking.

It was different now.

Before, there had been warmth-something that made her feel wanted.

Now-

She felt like something else entirely.

Like something being used.

Her fingers tightened slightly against the sheets as that thought settled heavily in her chest.

*When did it change?*

Her eyes stung.

“Daven…” she said quietly, her voice trembling just enough to betray her.

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He was standing nearby, adjusting his sleeves, his attention momentarily elsewhere as the staff carefully helped Maddy fix her clothes and settle back into place.

“You’ve changed.”

The words hung in the air.

Simple.

But heavy.

Daven paused.

For a brief moment, the room felt still again.

The staff quickly finished their task and left, closing the door softly behind them.

Silence followed.

Then-

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Daven turned.

His expression had shifted-something softer, something almost regretful replacing the cold focus from earlier.

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He walked back to the bed and gently gathered Maddy into his arms.

“I’m sorry,” he said, his voice lower now. “I didn’t mean to hurt you.”

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Maddy didn’t resist, but she didn’t lean into him either. She stayed still, her emotions tangled and uncertain.

“Next time,” he continued softly, brushing his hand along her back, “I’ll be gentle.”

There was a pause.

Then his tone changed-not harsh, but heavier. Burdened.

“It’s just… things are getting harder on my side.”

Maddy frowned slightly, pulling back just enough to look at him.

“The elections are coming,” Daven said, his gaze drifting for a moment before returning to her. “And I don’t

. want to leave your side and make you feel like I’ve abandoned you.”

His arms tightened around her slightly.

“If I take a position… I’ll be away most of the time,” he admitted. “And it already hurts me just thinking about not being able to hold you like this.”

Maddy searched his face, trying to understand.

Trying to believe him.

“Can you forgive me?” he asked quietly.

The question lingered.

Maddy opened her mouth slightly-but no words came out.

Because the truth was-

She didn’t know what she felt anymore.

Confusion.

Dependence.

Fear.

And something else she couldn’t quite name.

So instead-

“…Okay,” she said softly.

It was the easiest answer.

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The safest one.

Daven exhaled, a small smile forming on his lips as he pulled her closer again.

“Thank you,” he murmured. “You know I love you.”

His hand moved gently through her hair.

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“You’re the only one in my heart.”

Maddy’s eyes lowered.

She wanted to believe that.

She really did.

“Just think about it,” Daven continued, his tone lightening slightly. “If you get pregnant… we’ll have a little

one.”

He smiled faintly at the thought.

“Don’t you want that? A child?”

Maddy hesitated.

The idea… it wasn’t unpleasant.

A child.

Something to hold onto.

Something that was hers.

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“… Yeah,” she said quietly. “I’d like that.”

Daven’s smile widened just a little.

“Then let’s not waste time.”

His words were soft.

But something about them felt final.

Maddy didn’t respond.

She simply closed her eyes for a brief moment, letting his embrace surround her.

Because somewhere deep inside-

A small, quiet voice was beginning to question everything.

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But she wasn’t ready to listen to it.

Not yet.

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