His Stepsister’s Shadow, Her Broken Heart의 모든 챕터: 챕터 11 - 챕터 20

In the past, Cara would always stay by Austin's side whenever he worked late into the night.Occasionally, she would bring him some snacks or warm coffee, give him a shoulder massage, and help him relax.He'd taken her care and concern for granted so much that he nearly forgot that Cara came from a family where she'd never had to lift a finger.She never seemed to have any airs whenever she was with him. In fact, she often humbled herself to be on his level, even offering to help him and Winter get back on track when they were at their lowest. She was their savior, but she never rubbed it in their faces.She had fallen asleep on the couch in the study countless times, shivering on the cushions because of the thin clothing that couldn't keep her warm."Austin, can't you just give me more attention?"Last time, Austin had thought that Cara was just being annoying and dramatic. But now that he was in the same situation as her, he realized that she had been very tough and determined

Austin felt a lump in his throat, and it made him feel extremely embarrassed."Austin, I don't want to end things on a sour note. We can end things peacefully," Cara said. "Instead of asking me why my love for you faded so quickly, why don't you ask yourself how you've been treating me over the past three years?"You never stopped hurting me from the moment I witnessed you masturbating to your so-called stepsister's nightgown at night. When I was nearly assaulted by a stranger, you told me you were busy with work. But then, you immediately appeared at the station to protect Winter and bail her out."When I was literally on my deathbed at the hospital, you took my blood without my permission to save Winter's life. Don't tell me that you never did any of these things!"Really, Austin Langford, how could you still be so shameless to ask me for forgiveness?"Austin was shocked. A numbing yet excruciating pain spread in his chest, and he found it hard to breathe.Cara glared coldly at

Austin was sent to the hospital right away, and the villa soon resumed its usual peace.One afternoon, at the table, Jessica frowned and asked, "Cara? I thought you liked seared salmon, but you haven't touched it."The fish fillet was still whole and untouched on Cara's plate.Cara shook her head and instinctively caressed her belly. She had a hunch about things, but she didn't dare to confirm it yet. She decided that she was just going to wait for Noah to come back with the test report.While thinking about it, the door was suddenly thrown open. Noah came flying into the villa like a hurricane, sweeping Cara into his arms and spinning her in the air. He was laughing loudly in such a giddy way that Cara could feel her eardrums quivering."Cara! I'm going to be a dad!" he exclaimed.Jessica spilled her soup on the table as tears gushed from her eyes. "Really? Wait, you're not lying to us, are you?"The entire household rejoiced and was filled with laughter.However, a split seco

"Austin? Austin!"The voice sounded faraway, and it was so gentle that it made Austin's heart tremble.He suddenly opened his eyes and saw in the blinding light that Cara was standing right in front of him, her lips curved upward in a familiar smile as she held a beautiful baby in her arms."What are you daydreaming about?" she asked, stepping forward to hand the baby to him."Little Cupcake knows how to say 'papa' now. Hurry up and hold her!"Austin awkwardly held his hand out until he could touch the baby's warm cheeks. It was as soft as a cloud. The little baby didn't cry or make a fuss either and just stared at him with her huge eyes, reaching instinctively for his fingers.Her grip on his finger felt so heavy and real."Why are you still standing there, dazed like that? Go on and hold her. Don't drop her, alright?" Cara said with a playful frown.Austin held on tightly to the baby in his arms, her unique scent mixing with Cara's as they wafted into his nose and made his ey

As Cara's due date approached, she decided that she wanted to give birth back in her hometown. That was where her parents were buried, and she wanted them to witness her lifetime of happiness with her.However, Cara's pregnancy was far from smooth-sailing. She suffered from morning sickness every day and kept losing weight as well.As expected, an emergency happened on the day she was due."We'll do our best to save her," the doctor said to Jessica, Noah, and Austin with an apologetic look.Jessica shuddered and nearly collapsed to the floor at the shocking news. Luckily, Noah caught her before she fell.Meanwhile, Austin felt his head buzzing loudly. He suddenly recalled a prayer place located on top of a hill on the outskirts of the city. Whoever managed to climb up all 100 steps would have their wish granted.He pressed his lips together and immediately left the hospital.There were exactly 100 steps leading up to the prayer place, just as the legend said there would be. The