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After a decade of devotion, my partner—freshly retired from military service—had at last come back to wed me. However, while exploring his old device, I discovered 512 GB of messages brimming with yearning for another person. Despite her blocking him, the red alerts didn't deter him from sending lengthy notes and amorous video declarations to her. With a heavy heart, I went to the medical center to retrieve my pre-wedding health report, only to witness him on bended knee, offering a ring and pleading: "Zolenn, I abandoned my aspirations for you. I simply ask that you keep the baby! If

Betrayed Before the Bells, A Bride's Shattered Dream

When the medical center reached out, I reluctantly agreed to visit him. As soon as he caught sight of me, his thin face brightened with anticipation. "Lanaya, I knew you'd come to my aid. I shouldn't have resorted to such a desperate measure, but I longed for you so much. Please, come back home with me."


His hollow eyes welled up, reminiscent of a pleading puppy. Expressionless, I replied, "If you continue pursuing me like this, Zolenn will come after me again. Please, release us both."


"I've taken care of everything—I no longer have feelings for her."


But I only felt revulsion. "Your words are empty. The child is the result of your infidelity, and I can't risk being hurt again."


Finally, I completed the discharge paperwork and departed, feeling unburdened. I wouldn't have to see his haggard face anymore.


Just then, I heard a feeble voice behind me, "Lanaya..."


Chapter 10