Divine Temptations のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 31 - チャプター 40

Khana's heart sank. The confirmation hit her harder than she expected. Bettina had been telling the truth. Richard's time was limited. She left the doctor's office with a heavy heart, the weight of her decision pressing down on her.Khana sat on the edge of the staircase at the fire exit, her hands trembling. Tears streamed down her face as the weight of her guilt crushed her. She had been blind to Richard's silent suffering, unaware of the tumor that had been causing him immense pain. The realization hit her like a tidal wave, leaving her gasping for breath.Khana fled to the restroom. She stared at her reflection in the mirror, her eyes red and swollen. As she splashed cold water on her face, she tried to calm the storm of emotions swirling inside her. She needed to make a decision, and she needed to make it now."Is marrying him the best thing I can do?" she whispered to her reflection. "Will I regret it in the end?"She sighed, closing her eyes for a moment. "Maybe, this time, I c

"I have known you since we were teenagers. Your eyes are telling me you are not happy with this marriage. Are you secretly in love with someone else?"Khana was caught off guard by the question her friend had raised. "The question should be, why can't I unlove Henry?" she thought to herself."Why can't you answer me? Are you secretly in love with someone else?" Serina repeated."Don't mind me. You are just overanalyzing everything,” Khana replied.Serina laughed and said, "Good to hear that. You know you're lucky to have Richard. He's kind, gentleman, rich, and handsome.”Another friend, Bettina, added, "He was your savior as well. It's like destiny played its part. What else do you ask for?" There was a bitter tone and sarcasm when Bettina stated her sentiment. She even rolled her eyes, but Khana and Serina did not notice it.Khana was silent, then excused herself to go to the washroom. She stared at her reflection in the mirror and reminisced about the day when Richard had changed h

Father Henry walked back and forth in his modest quarters, the walls of the monastery closing in on him as he grappled with a torrent of emotions. His mind swirled with memories and regrets, his heart torn between duty and desire.He had known Khana since they were children, growing up together in the small village nestled among the hills. They had shared dreams of a future intertwined until life had taken them on separate paths. That one missed supposedly meeting up to elope together had started the downfall of their relationship. If only they had met back then, the young wouldn't find solace at church. Henry would not have been drawn to the serenity and purpose of the church, he wouldn't have become a priest. And, Khana wouldn't have pursued her own journey and eventually ended up with another man.Today was the day Khana was to marry. He had hesitated, debated with himself whether he should go, whether he could bear to see her as a bride, radiant and happy with someone else. He to

Khana and Richard had spent the entire day bustling with excitement and joy, preparing for their baby shower. Friends and family filled their house, bringing gifts and well-wishes for the little one on the way. With Khana's radiant smile, graciously received everyone while Richard played the perfect host, ensuring all were comfortable and entertained.The venue was delighted with a blend of pastel hues and baby-themed adornments, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. There were games, laughter, and an abundance of love shared among the guests. "Congratulations! I knew you two were blessed," says one of the guests.Khana faintly smiled and exchanged a subtle kiss on the cheeks with the lady who handed over a huge box wrapped in gold riffles and red ribbon.Then, the expectant mouthed, "Thank you.""I can't believe I'll be a grandmother after five months! How's life, my child? I told you, Mother knows best. And, you made the right choice when you trusted your mom on who to marry,"

The room was bathed in a soft, predawn light, casting shadows that danced across the walls. Khana lay in bed, her eyes closed, though sleep had long since eluded her. Her husband's presence next to her, a source of comfort and warmth, had now become a source of unease. Richard was seated on the edge of the bed, his phone clutched tightly in his hand. He believed Khana was still asleep, unaware his wife had been awake and listening.“How’s the thing I asked you to find?” Richard's voice was a low whisper, tinged with urgency. His eyes flicked nervously towards Khana, ensuring she wouldn't wake.“Is he truly a goner?” Richard added, his tone colder now. Khana felt a chill run down her spine at the words. Her mind raced, trying to decipher who Richard might be talking about. Who was 'he'? And why was Richard concerned about whether he was deceased?Khana's heart pounded in her chest. The man she had entrusted with her life was talking about someone’s death. “Then, how about the curren