Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband by Isabella Reed

Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband

Chapter 72

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It was their wedding night, and the thought alone made Lily’s cheeks burn. Sitting nervously on the edge of the

bed, she fidgeted with her fingers, waiting for Ethan to finish his shower.

Her mind raced with a mix of excitement and apprehension. She had promised herself to be a good wife to him,

but calming her nerves in this moment felt nearly impossible,

The sound of the bathroom door opening snapped her out of her thoughts. Ethan emerged, fresh from the

shower, his damp hair slightly tousled, and a playful smile tugging at the corners of his lips. His gaze fell on her,

and he chuckled softly at her expression.

Lily looked like a little kitten-adorable, wide-eyed, and utterly flustered. Her heart pounded loudly as he took

slow, deliberate steps toward her.

When he sat beside her, the air grew heavy with anticipation. Leaning in close, Ethan brushed his lips against her

neck, trailing soft kisses up to her ear. His voice was low and teasing as he murmured, “Tonight is our wedding

night...”

Her entire body shivered at the warmth of his breath against her skin. She managed a small nod, her voice

barely above a whisper. “I... | know.”

Seeing her reaction, Ethan's smile deepened. Gently, he laid her down on the bed, positioning himself above her.

Lily’s cheeks turned a bright shade of red as she felt the press of his lips against her collarbone.

A gasp escaped her when he nibbled her skin lightly, soothing it with the soft flick of his tongue. The sensation

left her breathless. Slowly, he moved upward, his lips finally capturing hers.

At spoint, without realizing it, her hands found their way around his neck, pulling him closer. She -responded

to his kiss, their movements growing in sync. Their tongues intertwined in a passionate dance,

one that he eventually dominated.

After what felt like an eternity, Ethan reluctantly pulled away, his dark eyes searching hers. He smiled softly and

spoke in a gentle tone. “Lily... let's sleep.

Her eyes flew open, confused by his sudden retreat. As he pulled her into his arms, she blinked, her heart still

racing.

“Why are we... not celebrating our wedding night?” she finally blurted, her voice a mix of shyness and curiosity.

A mischievous grin lit up Ethan's face. “Were you wondering why | stopped?”

Caught off guard, she nodded slightly, her face turning even redder as she avoided his gaze.

He tilted her chin up, ensuring their eyes met. “We'll celebrate our wedding night, Lily, but not tonight. We'll do it

on the day you truly fall in love with me.”

Her lips parted as she tried to protest. “But, Ethan-

He gently interrupted her, his voice sincere and tender. “What happened between us before was with your

consent, but it was also under the influence of that drug. Now that we're married, | want this to happen. when it

feels right-when you love me, not out of obligation or circumstance. I'll wait for you, no matter how long it

takes.”

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emotions so selflessly. She wrapped her arms around his waist, resting her head against his chest.

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The soothing scent of mint and cinnamon surrounded her, calming her nerves. With a soft smile, she whispered.

“Goodnight, Ethan.”

“Goodnight, my love,” he replied, pressing a tender kiss to her head before closing his eyes,

The following morning. Lily woke up to the gentle rays of sunlight streaming into the room. A smile graced her

lips as memories of the night before filled her mind.

But her smile quickly faded when she looked around and realized Ethan wasn’t there. Her brow furrowed in

confusion. “Where could he have gone?”

A sweet aroma wafted into the room, causing Lily’s stomach to rumble in protest. The enticing smell pulled her

out of bed, and she hurriedly made her way to the bathroom to freshen up.

After getting ready, she followed the delightful scent to the kitchen. She stopped in her tracks when she saw

Ethan, standing by the stove, expertly preparing breakfast.

Her initial reaction was to greet him, but she hesitated. Shouldn't she be the one cooking breakfast for her

husband? Cooking had always been something she enjoyed, but the thought carried a bittersweet weight.

Memories from her past life surfaced-those countless meals she had lovingly prepared for Ryan and his

ungrateful family.

They hadn't deserved her care, her food, or her love. Now, standing here, she wanted to cook for someone who

truly did. Ethan, her husband, who valued and cherished her. Yet, she couldn't bring herself to do it. The mere

thought of being near a stove and the open flsent an involuntary shiver down her spine.

Lost in her thoughts, she didn’t notice Ethan turning around. When he saw her standing there in a daze, a soft

smile spread across his face. He closed the distance between them and leaned in to plant a gentle kiss on her

lips.

“Good morning.” he murmured, his voice warm and affectionate.

Blinking, Lily snapped out of her trance. “Good morning, Ethan,” she replied, a shy smile gracing her lips. She

took the plates from his hands and began setting the dining table.

They sat down to eat, and Ethan served her breakfast. He noticed her staring at her plate, lost in thought again,

and asked softly, “What's on your mind, love?”

She looked up at him, hesitation evident in her eyes. “Why didn’t you wakeup? | mean... shouldn't | be the

one cooking for us?” she asked, though her tone wasn’t accusatory. In fact, she couldn’t deny that his cooking

was exceptional.

Ethan laughed lightly, his eyes crinkling with affection. “First of all, you looked so adorable while sleeping that |

couldn’t bear to disturb you. And secondly, | enjoy cooking for you. It makeshappy.”

Her heart swelled at his words, and with a soft smile, she finally started eating.

After breakfast, they left the house, and Ethan picked up Mia on the way to the shooting location. As soon as

they arrived, Mia stepped out of the car first, tactfully giving the couple a moment of privacy.

Inside the car. Ethan reached for Lily’s hands, holding them tightly. An uneasy feeling gnawed at him. The

memory of the banquet and everything that had transpired left him anxious. The thought of her facing any

danger again was unbearable.

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He leaned in, pressing a tender kiss to her cheek. “Take care of yourself.” he said, his voice laced with

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Lily

nodded obediently, “Okay”

“And stay away from Rose,” he added, placing a kiss on her other cheek.

“Okay” she replied, stifling a giggle.

“If that Ryan shows up to bother you, kick him where it hurts,” he said in a mock-serious tone, kissing her

She burst into laughter, nodding. “Okay!”

Ethan continued his affectionate instructions, punctuating each one with a kiss, “If anyone tries to make things

difficult for you, don’t hesitate to give them a harder time. Remember, you have me, Sister Mia, and Parker to

back you up.” he said, planting a kiss on her forehead.

“Okay,” she whispered, her cheeks flushing.

“And if you ever need anything, I'm just one call away.” He finished his speech with a lingering kiss on her lips.

Lily blushed furiously, nodding as he pulled back. His thorough instructions and protective demeanor reminded

her of a parent sending their child off to school for the first time,

Before he could continue, she leaned in and kissed him softly. “Take care, Mr. Ethan. Bye.”

She opened the car door, ready to leave, but Ethan gently caught her arm. She turned back, eyebrows raised in

question.

“CallEthan,” he said with a smile. “I like hearing my nfrom your lips.”

Her face turned a deeper shade of pink, and she gave a small nod before stepping out of the car.

Mia stood nearby, her expression teasing as she watched the exchange. Lily felt her cheeks heat up further, but

she couldn't help the small smile that lingered on her face.

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