The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming (Natalie and Marcus) novel Chapter 641

Before Wesley or Laura could say a word, Sheldon spoke again.

"Even if you two have objections, you'll just have to hold them in. After all, Mrs. Natalie will be giving a formal toast to you both during the celebration. It would mean a lot if you prepare a small gift or a heartfelt note in return."

Laura smiled and glanced at Wesley. "I'll listen to you, Sheldon."

She had always loved Wesley. He had been by her side for years, and what they shared had grown into something deeper than love. It was a bond built through years of mutual care and quiet endurance.

"Ever since I came back, I've stopped being afraid of Cassie," she said softly. "Besides, she's vanished. No one knows where she is. I don't think she's coming back."

She exhaled slowly. "If Cassie were going to return, she would've caused trouble the moment I stepped into Holden Residence."

"But she hasn't. She never did. And I'm not afraid of her anymore." Her voice was calm and steady.

She took a breath and looked at Wesley. "Wesley, I admit I wasn't in a good place before. I shouldn't have let fear make me give you up or give up on everything we had."

Her eyes reddened. "When I think back now, I really regret it. If you're still willing, I want to be your wife again."

She finally found the courage to speak her heart. Then she picked up the teacup in front of her and took a sip.

"The other day, I talked to Sheldon. He made me realize that if I'm not afraid of Cassie anymore, why should I sacrifice my happiness or the man I love? I just don't know if you still want me."

As the words left her mouth, the heavy weight that had pressed against her chest for so long finally eased. She didn't try to guess what Wesley might be thinking or whether he'd want to get back together.

But just this once, she had chosen to be brave, just as Sheldon had encouraged her.

Wesley said nothing at first. He simply stared at her, unmoving, his gaze filling with warmth and intensity.

Sheldon smiled. "Ms. Laura, you really don't need to be afraid of Cassie. Never again.

"She committed so many awful, unforgivable things. At this point, she can only hide. If she ever dares to show herself again, Mr. Wesley and Mr. Marcus won't let her off. Cassie will spend the rest of her life crawling like a filthy cockroach through the sewers."

With that, Sheldon stood. "Ms. Laura. Mr. Wesley. I'll let you two talk in peace. Noah, come with me."

"Yes, Mr. Phelps."

After the two of them left, only Wesley and Laura remained in the room.

Her cheeks were flushed. After everything she had just said, she couldn't even look him in the eye. They had been married for years. To speak such heartfelt words again felt strangely embarrassing.

Wesley stood and walked over to her. He reached out his hand. "Laura. Let's take a walk."

She looked up and found herself caught in the depths of his gaze. There was a smile there, filled with emotion and gentleness. She bit her lip and cautiously placed her hand in his. His warm palm wrapped around hers and gently pulled her up from the seat.

"Laura, I'm really happy today. Ever since I came back, I've been trying to figure out how to put us back together," Wesley said, his voice slightly hoarse.

"But after what Cassie did, I was afraid you would find me repulsive. I knew how terrified you were of her, so I didn't dare say anything. But hearing you say all of this now…

"I'm truly happy."

He pulled her gently into his arms, his embrace steady and full of quiet longing.

"We've been in love for so many years. I never betrayed you, never went astray. But the pain you suffered still came from me. That's why I felt I had no right to ask you for anything. You don't know how happy I am right now," he whispered.

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