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Chapter 11

Penulis: Worry Be Gone
Justine walked down a slope with her sketchpad slung over one shoulder. She greeted the older women she passed along the trail with a gentle smile.

The mountain air had done wonders for her. It felt like even her wounds were healing faster up here. She had meant to buy a new phone and SIM card when she arrived, but once she got here, she realized there wasn't any real need.

There was barely a signal here, and she had no one left to call. Eventually, the idea just slipped her mind.

When she returned to her small home, she noticed a small figure peeking timidly around the doorway.

"Megan, you're here again?" she asked with a smile.

She handed the girl, Megan Valdez, some fruits she had picked from the mountain.

Megan took them with both hands, smiling shyly. "Can I stay at your place today, Ms. Payne?"

"Of course, you can."

With permission granted, Megan's face lit up with joy. She followed Justine inside, her steps lighter now.

Megan was a young girl Justine met after moving to
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    Justine's smile faded slightly. She gently pulled her finger away from Gavin's grasp and reminded him calmly, "Bigamy is a felony. Do you really want to see me in prison?"The hope on Noah's face shattered. For a moment, a trace of grievance even crossed his features.Robert's gaze flicked between the two of them, and it was clear he understood Justine's resolve. With quiet understanding, he stood up and took Megan by the hand."We'll give you guys a minute," he said.A moment later, he returned with a soft blanket and gently draped it over Justine's shoulders. His voice was low and warm. "Don't talk too long. It's getting cold out there."He gave her shoulder a soft pat. Justine reached up and patted the back of his hand in return, a quiet way of saying she understood. The simple, familiar exchange between them felt like something shared by a couple who had been together for many years.It was the kind of calm, steady life Noah had once dreamed of. But the man standing behind

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    Robert stood tall and calm, like the man who belonged by Justine's side, as he turned to Noah with an unmistakable warning. "Don't come around harassing my wife again."Robert and Justine got into the car hand in hand. Their eyes met, and they exchanged soft, quiet smiles filled with warmth and understanding.Noah stood frozen, staring as their car drove off and disappeared into the distance. His chest felt hollow as if something vital had been ripped straight out of him.That was the moment it truly hit him—Justine was gone. He had been lying to himself this whole time.After receiving their marriage certificate, Justine and Robert immediately moved forward with the adoption paperwork. By the time it was approved, Megan was officially their daughter.That night, the three of them stayed in, made a big dinner, and celebrated with laughter and dessert.Megan was overjoyed. Her once timid demeanor had been replaced with confidence and bubbly energy."Dad! Mom!" she called brightly

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    The night the exhibition wrapped up, Robert took Justine and Megan out for dinner. The three of them were chatting and laughing when Robert suddenly paused, his gaze shifting past Justine's shoulder. "Is that someone you know?"Justine had a bad feeling. She turned around—and sure enough, it was Noah.Megan recognized him too and wrinkled her nose. "That weird guy has shown up before. He kept following Mom around, saying he screwed up and wanted her to forgive him. There was a kid with him too. He was super rude and loud like he'd never been taught any manners."Megan didn't understand the complexity of adult relationships, but Robert caught on quickly. He smiled slightly and asked, "Ex-husband trying to win you back?"Justine shook her head. Maybe it was the alcohol talking, or maybe years of frustration had finally pushed her to her limit. Whatever it was, the words came pouring out.She told Robert everything—from the moment she first met Noah to how their relationship deepened

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