All Chapters of The Runaway Bride: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Helen looked at herself in the mirror. Her face was pale, marked by deep sorrow. It was the second time she would walk down the aisle without carrying even a grain of love in her heart. However, this time she wouldn’t run from her misfortune. This time, she would face it gallantly, because it was her choice. No one was forcing her—it wasn’t a marriage of convenience. She dabbed a touch of blush on her cheeks and tried to swallow the lump in her throat, holding back the tears to keep her mascara from running. The twenty-fifth of the month had arrived without warning. Everything had happened so fast, she didn’t even have time to change her mind. Her little ones were already dressed and waiting in the large living room. Even though Santiago was not in optimal health, that afternoon he looked spectacular. The sparkle in his eyes was more alive than ever, and his pale face was brightened by a gentle blush on his cheeks. "My loves, you’re beautiful. Such little gentlemen," Helen knelt an

After Helen’s failed wedding, she and the others got into Ricardo’s car. He and his wife sat in the front, while Fernando, Helen, and the twins sat in the back. As strange as it seemed, no one spoke a word. They all traveled in complete silence—though not the kind of silence that’s usually uncomfortable. On the contrary, it brought the peace they had long needed. Half an hour later, they arrived at Helen’s mansion. She hadn’t let go of Fernando’s hand once. Ricardo turned off the engine and looked back. "Well, I think that’s enough silence. Now that we’re all here, I want to hear from both of you." He pointed at Helen and Fernando. "You’re holding hands, but you haven’t said a word. Helen didn’t marry Matt, but I’m still not sure what your relationship is." "Dad, the truth is… we haven’t had a chance to talk about everything that’s going on with Fernando. It’s been pretty uncomfortable, so..." Eva took her husband’s hand and stepped in gently on her daughter’s behalf. "Ricardo,

The reconciliation between Fernando and Helen was a fact, but this time they vowed to love each other unconditionally. They arrived at Helen’s mansion, glowing with happiness. Their natural smiles were proof of it—hearts swollen with joy and full of hope that this new beginning would be perfect. Fernando looked at Helen like a man deeply in love, his eyes shining, reflecting the pure love he felt for her. As they crossed the threshold of the door, her children were waiting. Santiago and Jonathan ran into her arms. The boys couldn’t decide who to hug first. Their love for their parents was innocent and boundless. Thankfully, Helen’s twins had never been touched by hatred or bitterness. "My love, I’m so glad you’re back," Eva said as she stepped out of the kitchen, sensing their arrival. "Hi, Mom!" Helen ran into her arms, hugging her tightly, as if it had been a long time. "Hi, honey. How did it go?" Helen smiled mischievously and glanced at Fernando. "Better than I ever imagined

Fernando returned to Helen’s house. He would live there now. She helped him prepare for his mother’s funeral. News of Cristine’s death spread faster than wildfire. Everyone was talking about her shocking suicide. Even someone with unresolved business with Fernando heard the news. Virginia, who had fled from the authorities, had changed her appearance to avoid capture. She was now allied with Jean. With the downfall of Donovan & Associates, Jean had no choice but to cling to her failing small business. Jean came up from behind and kissed Virginia on the neck. She barely flinched at his touch. “What are you reading, honey?” he asked, noticing the newspaper in her hand. “My dear ex-mother-in-law killed herself. Unbelievable. I didn’t think that would be what ended her,” she said with intrigue. “Maybe it was all the karma she carried. Eventually, it caught up to her,” Jean said, trying to seduce her with gentle caresses. But Virginia wasn’t interested. Her attention was fixed on th

Jean had to struggle with Virginia to keep her from going back inside the church. She was determined to ruin Helen and Fernando’s happiness. “Let me go, Jean! Why do you care if I want to stop that marriage? Since when are you friends with these people?” she screamed in fury. “Virginia, it’s not about being friends with them. I just don’t see any logic in you exposing yourself like this. Tell me!” “You don’t care!” she spat. “Or are you interested in that little slut?” Virginia glared at him with contempt, her eyes burning with fury, her cheeks flushed from the surge of emotions. Jean clenched his jaw and rubbed his forehead. “Virginia, why can’t you understand? The only person I care about in this world is you. I want to be with you. I love you. I fell for you during all this chaos, and I swear I don’t want you out of my life. But do you still love Fernando?” “And what if I do?” she replied defiantly. “I’ve been with you through your worst moments, Virginia. When you came to m