Chapter 25 The family drove north .
With time before the wedding , they took a leisurely journey .
In college , Evelyn had envied classmates who could travel freely as an orphan , shed barely managed to support herself .
Even being close to Sophia , shed never felt comfortable accepting their familys offers to fully fund her travels .
Evelyn had recovered well .
Passing through a mountainous province , Lucas took her and Eva hiking .
Though exhausting , the moment they reached the summit brought complete clarity .
Just like her new life these past six months .
In the city , Emma eagerly welcomed them to the small villa she and Marcus had mortgaged .
Marcus had unexpectedly thrived in sales at Issacs company .
Hes really talented , Emma proudly praised her husband .
He was always great at gathering information .
This career suits him perfectly hes flourishing ! Marcus playfully pinched her arm .
They seemed less like a married couple an d more like children playing house .
When Evelyn whispered this observation to Lucas , she accidentally brushed his lips .
Lucass face immediately flushed red .
Though theyd been dating for six months , they hadnt taken further steps .
Lucas worried that past relationship trauma remained a sharp thorn in Evelyns heart .
But Evelyn wasnt rushing , often teasing her slightly younger partner .
Three days before the wedding , seeing Emma in her white dress stirred something in Evelyn .
At thirty , she didnt want to wait much longer , but Lucas seemed oblivious .
The wedding invitation had gone to Issac .
Though he hadnt confirmed his attendance , hed sent them each generous wedding gifts .
As everything fell into place , the wedding march filled the air under the pianists fingers .
Eva showed no stage fright , carrying her flower basket behind Emma , her adorable presence drawing smiles from the guests .
19:30 Its Too Late for Your Expired Regrets 17.8 % Chapter 29 After the solemn ceremony , Evelyn noticed Lucas had disappeared Scanning the crowd , she spotted an unexpected figure .

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Issac looked healthier than before , though maintaining his usual reserved demeanor .
Their eyes met across the room .
She raised her glass in acknowledgment , and he returned the gesture .
With that toast , it seemed their past the love , hate , joy , and sorrow was finally settled .
During the bouquet toss , Eva eagerly pulled Evelyn into the crowd .
The September sun nearly blinded her .
After several attempts , Emma kept hold of her bouquet , then deliberately ran to Evelyn , placing it in her hands .
The moment Evelyn felt the flowers , she froze .
The guests parted , revealing Lucas in his suit , looking nervous .
Their eyes met , and Evelyns filled with tears .
Dont cry , Lucass hands trembled as the crowd chuckled warmly .
Evelyn hid her tears behind the bouquet , watching him through misty eyes as he stood there , lips pale with nerves .
Eve , L ..
Words couldnt capture the moment .
Lucas knelt on one knee , holding out an elegant ring .
The newlyweds launched party poppers , showering them with petals and ribbons .
Under falling golden confetti , the man she loved asked through tears : Eve , I love you .
Will you marry me ? Evelyn reached out her hand , nodding through her tears .
This was the happiness shed fought so hard to find .
Ahead lay a long , beautiful life together .
The surgery was successful .
Under Lucass care , Evelyn finally found the courage to live .
They chose to stay in the South for Evas recovery , where the sunshine was bright and the air was better for healing .
Remember , living itself is a form of hope , Lucas would often tell her .
Evelyn knew she couldnt waste this hard earned second chance at life .
But the medical bills drained away like water .
Eventually , Lucas had to return to his family business the Reed Group .
Dont worry , Ill handle everything , he assured her , holding her tight before leaving .
Evelyn refused to be Lucass burden .
During breaks between treatments , she began teaching herself various skills .
She started with live streaming , initially just to pass time , but unexpectedly found herself at ease in front of the camera .
18.0 Chapter 25 Her gentle voice and natural charm quickly attracted a large following , earning her the nickname The Thousand Faced Fox .
Next came business management .
After Evas school day , she would immerse herself in economics textbooks , Lucas often found her analyzing business cases late into the night , sometimes even practicing stock trading from her hospital bed .
What fascinated her most was new media operations .
She keenly observed the rising trend of live commerce and began studying operational strategies and personal branding .
Every evening , she devoted time to analyzing platform data .
During her hospital stays , Evelyn met Fredrica , another live streamer .
They clicked instantly and became close friends .
Fredrica shared industry insights that deepened Evelyns understanding of the business .
Through Fredrica , she met John , a mens fashion live streamer , and Thomas , the rising figure skating star .
This circle opened her eyes to a broader world .
Gradually , she made a name for herself in the streaming industry .
However , Lucas changed after returning to the family business .
First came the overtime , then the cold attitude , and finally , the shrewd look in his eyes replaced his gentleness .
The Reed Groups executive office seemed like a giant meat grinder , slowly wearing away his edges .
At a cocktail party , Lucas encountered Cathy , his first love .
The woman in Chanel exuded mature feminine allure .
Evelyn noticed the fleeting spark when their eyes met .
Lucas began traveling frequently , and his business trips somehow always coincided with Cathys performances .
He claimed it was for business , but Evelyn understood everything was changing .
Mom , I want to go to Oak Lane Academy , Eva exclaimed excitedly one day .
Uncle Thomas says its really good .
Evelyn paused .
While it was indeed the best school in the city , it meant moving back .
She glanced at Lucas , buried in paperwork , who said without looking up , Let her go .
Most of my work is there anyway .
Before moving back to the city , Evelyn had amassed millions of followers .
Her streaming style was unique she could elegantly present luxury goods one day and share bare faced daily life the next .
Fredrica became her right hand woman as they planned their own streaming empire .
That night , Evelyn logged into her streaming account and changed her name to Starlight .
If they were 18.19 % Chapter 25 starting over , they would do it properly .
No one knew that this graceful woman on screen would become the future helm of Starlight Media .
The day they left the South , the sun was perfect .
Standing at the airport , Evelyn looked back at the city that had given her hope of rebirth .
Eva held her hand tightly , sensing her mothers reluctance .
Lets go , she whispered .
Where the future lay , hope would follow .
But fate has a cruel sense of irony .
On Evas first day at school , Evelyn received a call .
Her daughter had been bullied , covered in wounds .
And the perpetrator was connected to Lucass now empty marriage .
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