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Chapter 660
Their relationship wasn’t clear, but it seemed destiny always Intended for Madelyn to be by his side. For the next
few weeks, Madelyn did not see Cecilia. It seemed she had left France.
Madelyn missed the anniversary of her mother’s passing. She had been hiding her illness the entire time she was
with Zach. Alter spending an evening with him, she woke up to find that dusk had set in.
Marie Durand, hired by Zach to look after Madelyn, truly cared for her. She could tell that even though Madelyn was
beautiful, she was unhappy. Handing Madelyn a shawl, Marle said, “There’s a fountain show at the hotel today. It’d
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtbe good for you to see. You shouldn’t stay in your room forever.”
Madelyn replied, staring into the darkness, “I’ve been sick for a while now, Marie. You can go. You don’t have to stay
here with me.”
“But Mr. Jardin asked me to be with you.”
“He’ll understand. I just need to be alone for a bit.”
“Alright. Call me if you need anything. I won’t be far.”
After Marie left, Madelyn sat on the balcony’s couch, looking at the countless stars. In the shadows, she pictured
her mother.
“People say when you die, you become a star. Mom, will I become one too, when my time comes?”
“Maddie,” the voice she imagined was her mother’s, “when people pass, they can turn into anything: rain, sunset. If
you remember them, they’ll feel close. Just like I do now because you’re thinking of me.”
“What if… what if one day. I can’t handle things anymore? Would you be mad at me?”
“Maddie, always remember you’re free to choose. Whatever you decide, I’ll be right there with you.”
Zach returned from his night out with a hint of alcohol on him. As Kevin updated him on work, they noticed Madelyn
on the balcony. seemingly talking to herself. Kevin paused, his face showing surprise. Zach’s expression shifted, and
he intently observed her. Under the moonlight, Madelyn’s pale appearance stood out, her eyes reflecting deep
sorrow. It felt as if something inside her had shattered. Watching Madelyn converse with the empty space felt
unsettling. ‘Is she alright?‘ Kevin wondered.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“Father has your picture in his study but never mentions you. If he loved you so much, why start a new family and
forget about me? Doesn’t he care about me? After all, I’m his daughter. Mom, I followed your advice and left home
to see the world, but I still can’t find happiness. Everything feels painful. What should I do?” She whispered after a
pause, “Mom… can I join you?”
“Madelyn,” the voice replied gently, “It’s not your time yet. There’s someone still waiting for you.”
‘Mom-”
As Madelyn got up from the sofa, she caught sight of Zach. She froze, unable to find words.
Zach signaled, and Kevin promptly left the room.
Madelyn tried to recall when Zach had arrived.
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