His lips curled into a mocking smile .
Adeline earns millions in royalties a year .
Can you offer such a salary ? Fiona forced a smile , retreating into the crowd .
I was just joking .
Dont take it seriously .
Others at the banquet quickly lowered their heads under Lachlans gaze .
Those who mocked me earlier didnt dare to breathe , fearing Lachlan would remember them .
After settling everything , Lachlan looked at me , raising an eyebrow .
I knew he was standing up for me .
I hugged my son with one arm and wrapped the other around Lachlans waist , speaking affectionately .
Thanks , love .
Im not upset anymore .
Gideon followed , wanting to say more , but stopped under Lachlans stern look .
Back upstairs , Lachlan quickly called someone to freshen up me and our son .
He opened his phone and had his assistant custom order a new batch of clothes for me .
He complained .
Those people look down on you when Im not around .
Looks like I need to get rid of any clothes under six figures .
I stopped his urge to splurge .
I travel a lot for photography .
I cant wear expensive gowns everywhere .
Just something durable and easy to wash is fine .
Lachlan , slightly displeased , thought for a moment and suggested .
Then Ill get you a new car .
Do you prefer a Maserati or a Maybach ? I shook my head , realizing how upset he was over me being bullied today .
Over the years , Lachlan has treated me well .
People who knew my background assumed Id become a full time housekeeper for him , always lowering myself .
After all , such marriages with vast differences in status are often unequal .
In reality , Lachlan always respected and valued my career .
When work wasnt busy , hed travel with me , letting me teach him photography .
With him , its no different from any happy couple in the world .
Especially today , after seeing Gideon , I dont regret my choice , I thought that banquet was the last Id see of Gideon .
Unexpectedly , I ran into him again while out for photography .
Today , Gideon wore a white T shirt , looking sunny and reminiscent of our college days .
Seeing me , he immediately stood up .
9:45 AM J < His eyes were filled with pain and conflict .
You clearly havent forgotten the past .
You still love me , dont you ? Instinctively , I stepped back , looking around , realizing this park was one we often visited together .
I came to the lakeside for a shoot and chose this place for convenience , not expecting Gideon to be here too .
He seemed to be waiting for me , and I felt a headache coming on , unsure why he hadnt given up .
Gideon , the past is the past .
What do you want ? Are you just asking if I still love you ? Ive said it countless times , I dont .
Why wont you believe me ? Do you want me to say I love you ? Then what ? I divorce Lachlan , you break up with Fiona , and we get back together ? Barely had I finished when Gideon rushed forward , eager .
Of course , we can .
We can be together again ! I was genuinely stunned .
I thought Gideon was just clinging to the past , feeling uncomfortable without the girl who adored him for ten years .
H I didnt expect him to really want to reconcile .
I stepped back , frowning .
Are you crazy ? Last life , you died for Fiona .
This life your Adeline , I wronged you .
with her , r , and you want a breakup ? Gideons face showed a trace of pain , speaking softly .
Yes , I sought Fiona after being reborn .
But being with her , I realized I didnt love her as much as I thought .
Shes mentioned marriage many times .
I never agreed .
I always remembered our unfinished honeymoon from the last life … Hearing him mention the past , I calmly replied .
I remember you left a note saying youd only marry Fiona .
Gideon hurriedly said .
But I regret it .
I dont want to be with her.
Given another chance , I wouldnt leave you ! Adeline , can we start over ? This time , Ill dedicate myself to you and never cause you pain again ! His confession only amused me .
You want another chance , but a second life is already a gift .
Gideon , were adults , We must own our choices .
I looked into his eyes and spoke softly .
I dont regret this life .
Not leaving you , not marrying Lachlan , not pursuing my own life .
Gideon protested We have ten years of memories .
My love isnt less than Lachlans .

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Why choose him ? I smiled and asked .
We have ten years , but do you know my favorite food ? What Im allergic to ? My favorite color ? My favorite game ? With each question , Gideons face grew paler , D 9:45 AM J < I sighed .