Returning to her office afterward , Luna had barely sat down when a call came in from Clover .
Clovers tone was light , as though she had some good news to share .
Lulu , karma has come for the wicked .
Sophie was beaten so badly by Simon that her sciatic nerve is damaged .
Shes paralyzed now and stuck in a wheelchair .
Lunas hand , which had been scrolling her mouse , paused .
She looked down slightly .
What about Simon ? Will he go to prison ? Clover sighed regretfully .
No.
Mr.
Fulmer Senior wont allow anyone from the Fulmer family to have a criminal record tarnishing their reputation .
He privately hired lawyers to negotiate with Sophies parents and settled the matter with three million .
Chapter 23 +25 BONUS Clover paused briefly before adding , But Simon was forcibly sent abroad by Mr.
Fulmer Senior the day before yesterday .
Hes been banned from returning for five years .
I heard that ever since he arrived overseas , hes been acting like hes suffered some great trauma .
He doesnt eat , doesnt drink , and spends every waking moment doing only one thing painting your portraits .
But that baby … Its so tragic .
His mother is permanently disabled , and the father is gone .
Luna lowered her gaze , her expression icy and composed .
Its finally over .
On the other end of the call , Clover went silent for a few seconds , too heartbroken to find the right words .
She understood better than anyone just how.much resolve Luna must have mustered over the past few months to break free from a seven year relationship , to soberly and methodically deal with everything and everyone tied to that painful entanglement .
The two continued talking for a while before hanging up .
Shortly after , Horace knocked and entered the office .
He held a pineapple pie from Naavi , famous treat that was always hard to come by , and placed it gently on Lunas desk .
I just bought this .
Give it a try .
As Luna looked at Horace , she couldnt help but think of Simon in the early days of courting her .
Back then , he , too , had been attentive , winning her favor by buying her favorite pineapple pies .
She raised her head to look at the polished and graceful man standing before her ; her brows knitted slightly .
Horace , I just ended a seven year relationship .
Im exhausted , both physically and emotionally .
What I need now is two months of clarity , free of entanglements , before I can .
even begin to think about us .
If I were to have a thing with you right now , it wouldnt be fair to you .
Her clear and firm voice rang out distinctly in the quiet office .
Theres no rush .
Horaces thin lips curved into a faint smile as he met her gaze .
I have all the time in the world .
Having finally met someone he truly liked , he was willing to wait however long it took Luna stared at him in silence , her clear eyes betraying a flicker of emotion she couldnt quite game .
After a moment , she reached for the pineapple ple on her desk and took a small bite .
Two years later , a solemn wedding ceremony took place in a church in Naavi .
Warm sunlight streamed through the stained glass windows , falling gently onto the brides +25 BONUS Chapter 23 white gown and casting a soft , golden glow .
Luna held a bouquet of flowers , her eyes red with emotion as she gazed at the kind and gentle man before her .
Horace held the microphone and began his heartfelt confession .
Lulu no , l staying single .
You might not believe this , but three years ago , I was a staunch believer in But one day , your parents came to my office , wanting to invite me out for a meal .
When I saw your moms phone screen wallpaper , which was a picture of you , I thought I felt something scratch at my heart .
At that moment , I had only one thought in my mind yes , its you .
If its you , marriage doesnt seem so bad after all .
My dear wife , do you know , the night you agreed to date me , I was so excited I couldnt sleep .
I was like a giddy brat .
I even secretly posted a status on social media .
Having something to do , someone to love , and something to look forward to .
And the moment you nodded when I proposed to you , I was filled with gratitude grateful to the heavens for granting me such a wonderful relationship .
My wife , I vow to love only you in this lifetime .
Staying loyal to marriage has always been a guiding principle in the Lancaster family .

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Ten years later , Simon came to Naavi on a business trip .
After checking into his hotel , he went downstairs for dinner .
As he casually glanced around the restaurant , a figure that he knew all too well came into view not far away .
Luna , Horace , and their nine year old daughter were having a meal together .
The little girl resembled Luna about 50 % , with her eyes curving into crescent shapes when she smiled .
But at this moment , she had her arms crossed and was pouting angrily .
Daddy , you like Mommy more ! You always peel shrimp for her , and only peel for me after Shes finished eating .
Its my birthday today ! Cant you make an exception just this once ? Lunas pink lips curved into a gentle smile .
She was about to peel shrimp for her daughter when Horace reached out to stop her .
He ruffled his daughters head and smiled warmly Sweetheart , this isnt favoritism .
Its because I feel bad for your mommy .
Her fingers are so beautiful .
It pains me to see them get oily from peeling shrimp .
His beautiful wife should never have to touch anything like that .
Simon watched Luna in her happiness , then slowly walked out of the restaurant .
+25 BONUS As soon as he exited , tears streamed down his face .
This time , he didnt approach Luna or disturb her Lulu , Im happy to know youre alive .
Im sorry .
In the next life , please give me another chance .
Ill be the one who loves you instead .
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