All Chapters of Runaway Bride, Runaway Heart: Chapter 1 - Chapter 7

On the day I returned to my home country, my husband, Daniel Holden, had a last-minute work issue and had to take a later flight, so I arrived in Stonevale on my own.At the arrivals hall, I saw someone holding a sign that said "Samantha Miller". However, when I got closer, I was shocked to find my ex-boyfriend, Oliver Parker, whom I hadn't seen in three years.Wearing a tailored suit, Oliver stood with Angela Summers and several friends, waiting for someone."Oliver, isn't this your ex-girlfriend, Jessica Brooks? Didn't you say she threw a tantrum and left without a word three years ago?"Only then did Oliver notice me. He immediately became smug, boasting, "Didn't I tell you? She left three years ago without a single word, clearly wanting me to chase after her. "I didn't call or look for her. Now, she's back here all on her own."The others stared at me mockingly and whispered among themselves."Oliver, do you think Jessica came back because she found out you're now the gener

Oliver looked down at me with a look of disgust."Jessica, you disappeared for three years and came back even more shameless. Not only are you wearing a fake necklace, but you even had the nerve to say Mr. Holden gave it to you. You're just making things up!"I can put up with your tantrums, but you should've never made up a story about being with Mr. Holden. That's crossing the line. He bought that necklace for his wife, not for you!"Jessica, watch your mouth! Stop spreading these ridiculous lies! We're here to pick up Mrs. Holden and leave a good impression on her. If she hears you making up stuff about being with Mr. Holden, don't think I'll let it slide.Oliver's friends also glared at me and began criticizing me."Oliver worked so hard to become the general manager of Holden Group's Stonevale branch. That's the only reason we even got a chance to join the company. And now, you're here causing trouble! Are you trying to get him fired?"I sat on the ground, wiping away the bl

When the little girl saw the blood on my wrist, her eyes widened in horror."Mommy, you're bleeding!" she cried anxiously. "Who hurt you? Daddy! Someone hurt Mommy! Come quickly! She's bleeding a lot!"Her voice rang through the room like a thunderclap, instantly drawing everyone's attention. The previously bustling banquet hall fell into an eerie silence as every guest turned toward us.I noticed Oliver's and Angela's faces immediately turning pale.Those guests who had just joined Angela in dragging me around began trembling, not daring to utter a single word."It's alright. I just accidentally hurt myself. Come, let me hug you..."I wrapped my arms around my daughter, Daisy Holden, pulling her into a big hug.She clutched my hand tightly, tears streaming down her little face.A second later, she lifted her head and glared fiercely at the people behind me. "It was you, wasn't it? You hurt Mommy! Just you wait! I'll ask Daddy to check the security footage! Anyone who hurts Mom

When Daniel didn't rise to his bait, Oliver frowned, clearly annoyed.He opened his mouth, ready to say something else and try to provoke Daniel. However, before he could get a word out, Daisy jumped right in with her sharp little tongue.She crossed her arms, looking Oliver up and down with disdain. "So you want my mommy to be a housewife? Are you sure you can even afford that? The suit you're wearing probably costs less than one of my hair clips."Honestly, if you added up everything you own, it still wouldn't be enough to buy one of my daddy's dress shoes. And you think you can take care of my mommy? Please! You even wanted her to work as a janitor?"Listen here. My mommy has never had to lift a finger at home. You really think she should get her hands dirty? Keep dreaming!"She cast another dismissive glance at Oliver. "You're nothing compared to my daddy. You wouldn't even have a salary if my dad weren't signing your paychecks, so maybe you should stop embarrassing yourself!"