The Rewritten Love: A Second Beginning (Madelyn) novel Chapter 796

"She's--"

Luke interrupted her with a sarcastic laugh, "Got it. She's the little sister of Jardin Corporation's top dog. And how's that your business? If she genuinely cared, she'd be here by now. Thinking the Harper family can rival the Jardin heiress? Wishful thinking. Honestly, after everything with the Harpers, I've had enough."

Mya had not realized she had brought trouble upon herself, and now her dad was caught up in it. The makeup artist quickly applied makeup as she sat at the vanity. Afterward, she was led to a changing room and dressed in a used wedding gown. Changing into the gown, Mya noticed the many dark bruises covering her body.

'When are you coming to help me, Madelyn?'

In college, Mya became friends with Luke, a student always tight on cash.

Now, Mya sat alone in the lounge, hugging herself, feeling lonely and ignored. The hushed voices of Luke and a woman making out nearby deepened her sense of isolation.

As the clock struck noon, the banquet began. Even with her makeup on, Mya's eyes showed signs of recent tears and fear. Trying to hide her feelings, she linked arms with Luke. With a casual smile, Luke stepped to the podium and grabbed the microphone.

"Thank you to everyone here for sharing this joyous moment with me," Luke said, looking tenderly at Mya. "We've been together for three wonderful years. Today, I promise to always be by her side."