C02 As soon as she stepped onto the first floor , Hazel saw them in her bridal suite , locked in a tight embrace , whispering words that only lovers could share .
Her chest tightened , but she forced herself to turn on the surveillance camera , piecing together the scattered fragments to reveal the truth .
It turned out that while she had been blissfully unaware , Ambrose and Scarlett had shared a scandalous past .
Eight years ago , in a bid to shed the label of a privileged heir , Ambrose had ventured into entrepreneurship .
But his ambitions crumbled , and he teetered on the edge of ruin .
At his lowest , he crossed paths with Scarlett in a rundown youth hostel .
Within a month , Scarlett had replaced Hazel , his childhood sweetheart .
She carved herself into the most pivotal role in Ambroses heart.
But because the Wright family would never accept a daughter in law from such humble beginnings , Ambrose settled for Hazel , all the while secretly cherishing Scarlett in his heart .
She believed their bond , built from childhood , was fates design .
In truth , she was nothing more than a stand in , chosen out of convenience .
Her feet , raw and bleeding , mirrored the shattered fragments of her heart .
The imprint of his slap , like a searing brand of humiliation , destroyed decades of trust and devotion .
A resolute fire ignited within her ; she would let go of the man she had clung to for over a decade .
But this wedding wasnt just an event ; it was her dream , a vision of love and promise she had nurtured for years .

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12:23 PM c Running Away Mac Leaving Deception Behind It had been her lifeline during her darkest days , the glimmer of hope that kept her moving forward .
She refused to let the wedding she had meticulously crafted become a prize for the very people who had betrayed her .
So , Hazel decided that this wedding would mark the final chapter of her decade long devotion .
It would be her last act of closure before severing ties with both her biased family and the unfaithful man she had once loved , After pouring out her emotions , she took a deep breath , pulled out her phone , and booked a flight for seven days later .
The screen blinked as the purchase went through , but it quickly switched back to the surveillance footage .
Perhaps it was fate , or maybe just cruel irony , but Hazel caught the tail end of Ambroses confession from years past .
I regret it , he said , his voice heavy with regret .
When I was young and foolish , I mistook sand for pearls .
If youre willing to return , Id call off this wedding for you I He sighed , his voice softening .
Even if you refuse , Ill still treat Hazel kindly since she reminds me of you .
Even though she had already made up her mind , even though she had seen the betrayal with her own eyes , hearing those words made Hazels heart quiver in a way she hadnt expected .
Looking down at the screen , Hazel saw the love between them spill out as if it were too much to contain .
Scarlett seemed tipsy , her words slow and slurred , but she didnt respond , Instead , she languidly sprawled across the sofa .
Ambrose , the same man who had scolded Hazel for drinking , now willingly cooked hangover soup for Scarlett , carefully feeding her spoonful by spoonful .
Scarlett turned her head away , a petulant kick directed at Ambrose .
Who wants to marry you ? Ambrose didnt show any sign of anger .
Instead , he reached for her foot , gently massaging it with a tenderness that made Hazels chest tighten .
Scarlett smiled contentedly .
I know you cant marry me because of your status .
And I know youve never forgotten me .
This bridal suite is decorated just the way I like it .
The wedding ring you chose is based on my preferences , Even the high heels shes wearing … those were the ones I didnt want .
As she spoke , Scarlett rested her head gently against Ambroses chest .
It doesnt matter , she murmured , her voice low and soothing .
I dont care about titles .
As long as the person .
in your heart is always me , Im satisfied .
I will never leave you again .
Im willing to stay by your side in another capacity .
Hazels grip tightened around her phone , her fingers trembling .
Her heart felt as if it were being torn apart , piece by piece .
Ther most painful part ? Even though she had already uncovered the truth , a tiny flicker of hope still lingered in Hazels chest , a desperate hope that Ambrose would draw the line at the very last moment .