Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband

Chapter 70

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The next morning, Lily woke up feeling an ache in every part of her body. Blinking sleepily, she rubbed her eyes

and glanced around the unfamiliar room. Her gaze froze when she noticed a man sleeping soundly beside her-

Ethan.

Where am 1? Why is he here?

Her heart raced as flashes of the previous night crushing back to her. Heat rose to her cheeks, painting

them a deep shade of red. She couldn't stop herself from staring at Ethan's peaceful sleeping face, the faint

traces of a smile still visible on his lips.

Carefully, she tried to slip out of bed without waking him, only to realize his strong arm was wrapped securely

around her waist. She froze, her breath catching in her throat.

Slowly, she tried to lift his arm, hoping not to disturb him. But just as she was about to succeed, Ethan's eyes.

snapped open, and with a swift motion, he flipped her onto her back and hovered over her.

“Trying to sneak away after spending the night with me?” he teased, his voice deep and playful.

Lily's face turned crimson, her eyes darting away as she stammered, “N-no... | wasn’t... | mean...

“Then what were you doing?” Ethan asked, his lips quirking into an amused smile.

She bit her lower lip, her mind scrambling for an answer. She remembered everything from the previous. night-

the promises, the vulnerability, the shared intimacy. But now, facing him under the soft morning light, she

couldn't meet his gaze.

Taking a deep breath, she blurted out in one rushed sentence, “Can-you-consider-this-a-one-night-stand?”

Ethan blinked, confused. “What did you just say?”

Lily sighed, her face burning with embarrassment as she repeated, slower this time, “Can you..., consider this a

one-night stand?”

For a moment, silence stretched between them. Then Ethan’s brows shot up, his lips parting slightly in disbelief.

“What? No way! | gave you my precious virginity, and you're trying to run away from your responsibility? Lily,

that’s not fair. You have to take responsibility for me!”

Lily stared at him, her mouth hanging open. Responsibility? She was the girl here! Her virginity was precious too.

Why was he acting like the victim?

Her lips parted to argue, but then she remembered the events of the previous night. She had been the one who

begged him, pleaded with him. Her words died in her throat.

Ethan's playful demeanor shifted, his voice turning serious. “Marry me. Lily

Her eyes widened. “What?”

“You promisedlast night. Did you forget?” he asked, his gaze piercing into hers.

The word ‘marriage’ echoed in her mind, sending a chill down her spine. Memories cflooding back- her past,

the betrayal, the hurt, the way her trust was shattered on what was supposed to be the happiest day of her life.

She remembered the pain, the humiliation, and the cruel hands that had broken her spirit.

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Ethan noticed the change in her expression, his brows knitting together in concern. Lily... are you okay?”

For a moment, she couldn't speak. But then, gathering every ounce of strength she had left, she looked into his

eyes and whispered, “Okay. | will marry you”

Ethan froze. “Really? You will?”

His lips broke into a wide grin, his eyes sparkling with joy. “You-you’re not joking, right?”

Lily nodded, her voice trembling, “Yes, Ethan. But... | have two conditions.”

His smile faltered slightly, but he nodded without hesitation. “Anything. Just tell me.”

“First, | want our marriage to remain a secret. And second... | need your help finding my real parents.”

Ethan's expression turned serious as he studied her face. Without a moment's hesitation, he nodded. “Okay. |

promise.”

Leaning down, he pressed a gentle kiss to her forehead before getting up. He wrapped her in the sheets,

scooped her into his arms, and carried her to the bathroom.

“Take a warm shower. I'll arrange sclothes for you,” he said softly, ruffling her hair.

Lily nodded, still slightly dazed by his tenderness. As he left the bathroom, she leaned against the cool tiles and

let out a shaky breath.

Maybe... just maybe... marrying Ethan wouldn't be such a bad thing.

After her shower, Lily peeked out of the bathroom door and found Ethan standing nearby with his back to her.

“Ethan?” she called softly.

He turned, holding out a neatly folded yellow sundress. “Here. | hope it fits.”

Taking the dress, Lily offered him a small smile before retreating to change. When she emerged, the dress fit her

perfectly. It was as if it had been made just for her.

“You must be hungry, Ethan said, gesturing towards a table set with breakfast. “I ordered something for

you.”

“Thank you,” she said softly, taking a seat.

After a quick shower, Ethan returned, now dressed in a sharp suit. He joined her at the table, watching as she

picked at her food.

“Why aren’t you eating. Lily?” he asked, concern lacing his voice.

She hesitated before asking. “Ethan... why were you here last night?”

He smiled faintly. “I'm the primary investor in your film. Director Young invited me.”

“Oh...” she murmured.

They finished breakfast in silence before Ethan stood and offered his hand. “Let's go.”

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“Where?”

“To the Civil Administration Bureau,” he said with a warm smile.

Lily's heart skipped a beat as she took his hand, stepping into an uncertain but hopeful future.

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