Chapter 10 Lukes mother had been my neighbor when I first ran away from home , still learning to navigate adulthood .
Her kindness and wisdom had been a lifeline .
Shed introduced me to Luke when he was eighteen a rebellious youth who despised education .
We werent close initially .
Everything changed when his mother fell terminally ill .
In her final days , shed asked me to watch over Luke if possible .
Like a fool , Id promised .
So I entered Lukes life , somehow connecting with that angry young man .
The next nine years revolved around him .
I thought Id more than fulfilled my promise by then .
Yvonne ? Whats on your mind ? The guests are waiting .
My mothers gentle squeeze brought me back to reality .
My father had thrown an extravagant celebration for my return and impending marriage into the Sterling family .
Brilliant chandeliers made faces blur , while constant chatter and camera flashes created a dizzying atmosphere .
As I tried to retreat , Gavin stepped in front , shielding me .
He offered a gentle smile .
He seemed genuine perhaps in another life , meeting him first would have changed everything .
Overwhelmed by strangers , I stayed sober but feigned tipsiness to escape outside .
The clouds had dispersed , leaving a cold moon and scattered stars .
In the moonlight , I saw him approaching .
Luke , inevitably .
He looked haggard , while Mandy sparkled in her dress , clutching his arm like a parasite .
Come back , Luke said flatly .
I turned to leave , too weary to argue .
His grip on my wrist made me flinch .
65.6 % Chapter 10 Let go ! What will it take to get you back ? His eyes were wild , bloodshot .
I almost laughed , but even smiling felt exhausting .
Mandys saccharine voice floated over .
Im so sorry , Yvonne .
This is all my fault .
Please forgive Luke , he loves you .
Her theatrical tears were perfect .
The distant partys warmth contrasted sharply with the cold night .
Luke , I sighed , we cant go back .

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What are you saying ? Nine years together what were those to you ? You want money , right ? I can be richer than Gavin ! His desperation was almost comical .
When you left me alone through those abortions , while vacationing with Mandy what did those nine years mean to you ? Luke fell silent .
Before Mandy could speak , I slapped her .
Ive never seen anyone as pathetic as you .
Her face blanched as tears fell .
Luke released my hand , perhaps fearing he was next .
Shes just my sister … he protested weakly .
I couldnt bear to look at him anymore .
Gavin called from nearby .
I smiled and walked to him .
Do you know him ? he asked .
You do ? Only that hes the Tompson familys recently acknowledged illegitimate heir their long lost son .