All Chapters of Marrying The Disabled Billionaire Heir : Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

52 Chapters

Chapter 41: Remorse

HELENEThe moment his words fell, Mom was the first to react.“You’re leaving already?” The smile on her face faltered instantly, her disappointment impossible to conceal. “But it’s your first time coming back in so long…”Her voice gradually trailed off.I instinctively glanced toward Lucien.His head had lowered slightly, making his expression difficult to read.But then I noticed it.From where I stood, I could clearly see the fingers of his right hand curl tightly into a fist before slowly loosening again a moment later.For some reason, my chest tightened along with it.In that instant, I suddenly remembered that Lucien had lost his father at a very young age.Therefore, his relationship with Mom must have once been extremely close.But now…It was obvious that his accident had placed a strain between them.A mother who perhaps found it difficult to accept her son’s current reality and instinctively treated him like fragile porcelain.And a son who was proud, strong-willed, and h

Chapter 42: Skittish Fawn

HELENEAll these years, I had convinced myself so thoroughly that even I came to believe I truly wasn’t upset about the engagement switch.That at most, I had merely felt irritated at being treated like a disposable tool.But was that really true?Was I truly that indifferent?That detached?Of course not.How could I possibly not care?Only those who held no expectations would never feel disappointment.And no matter how much I denied it, I once had expectations too.In my previous life, I had been born into a chaotic and desolate world.An abandoned child.An orphan who never even knew who her biological parents were.Later, after awakening my plant-affinity ability—something considered both rare and valuable in that world—I was taken into a facility and made to work endlessly without rest.In the end, I died there.I was only fifteen years old.Yes.Fifteen.An age most people in this world still considered childhood.Yet, in that world, I had never gotten the chance to truly be a

Chapter 43: Sharing a Bed

HELENE I knew Lucien couldn’t possibly have meant anything beyond the literal meaning when he mentioned showering. And yet, for one brief moment, my heartbeat completely lost control. It pounded so hard against my chest that I almost felt afraid he might hear it. As a result, I could only flee. The moment I entered the bathroom, I hurriedly shut the door behind me before leaning back against it. My hand pressed instinctively against my chest as I tried calming my racing heartbeat. It took quite a while before my emotions finally settled. Only then did I begin properly taking in my surroundings. The bathroom was enormous, decorated in a style that was both luxurious and understated. Soft marble tiles gleamed beneath the warm lighting, while the faint scent of cedarwood lingered subtly in the air. On the vanity sat an entire set of neatly prepared toiletries alongside a folded pale sage-green silk sleepwear set. Nearby, several bathrobes hung neatly in place. One was brand n

Chapter 44: Sleeping Together

LUCIENI had always disliked people invading my personal space.Their presence.Their scent.Anything unfamiliar that did not belong within my territory.It made no difference what it was.For that same reason, Adrian and the others who worked closely with me rarely wore cologne, if at all.But now…For the first time in years, I realized there seemed to be an exception to that longstanding rule.Helene.Whether it was her staying in my room, sleeping on my sofa, or...I paused slightly, catching the faint lingering fragrance still hanging in the air.For some reason, none of it bothered me in the slightest.I accepted it all far too naturally.As though her presence around me was simply where she was meant to be from the very beginning.The thought made me pause briefly.Then a low chuckle escaped my throat, faint amusement surfacing within my eyes.Who would have thought an accidental marriage arrangement would bring so many unexpected surprises?***By the time I finished showering

Chapter 45: Malice

HELENEI stepped out of the bedroom and quietly closed the door behind me.The corridor was silent as I made my way toward the staircase.Far too silent for an estate this large.Not even a single staff member was in sight.A moment later, a possibility occurred to me.Earlier, Isabel had mentioned that Grandpa specifically instructed no one to disturb my sleep.…Could that be the reason for this unusual quietness?The thought made me shake my head faintly in amusement.I really was becoming a little self-indulgent lately.Pushing the thought aside, I continued toward the staircase, the soft sound of my footsteps echoing lightly through the corridor.Technically, I could have used the elevatorBut aside from the fact that it had clearly been designed primarily for Lucien’s convenience, I also wanted to observe the situation downstairs beforehand—something the elevator, which opened directly into the living room, wouldn’t allow.When I reached the landing, I slowed slightly.Resting on

Chapter 46: Concern

HELENEI looked back at him.Somehow, the faint smile that had disappeared earlier had already returned to his face.I blinked.Just moments ago, I could have sworn he was in a bad mood. Now there wasn't the slightest trace of it left.The abrupt change only strengthened my earlier conclusion.Men were every bit as difficult to understand as women.As the thought crossed my mind, I heard him continue speaking."There's no rush," he said. "Go get your things first. You can greet them on our way out."I paused, his words taking a moment to fully register."Wait — we're leaving already?"One of his brows lifted slightly."Why?" A hint of amusement flickered in his eyes. "Were you planning to stay another night?"Before I could answer, he tilted his head as though genuinely considering the possibility."If that's what you want—""Absolutely not."The words flew out of my mouth in a hurry, driven by the very real apprehension that if I hesitated even a second, he might actually take me up

Chapter 47: Grandmother's Tale

HELENEUpon stepping inside, the conversation came to an immediate halt.Two pairs of eyes turned toward us.The moment Mom's gaze landed on me, a smile spread across her face. She rose gracefully from her seat and walked over."You're here," she said warmly, taking my hands into hers. "I heard the bed didn't quite agree with you. I should have thought of that beforehand. Next time, I'll make sure you're more comfortable."Considering the bed wasn't actually the reason I'd slept so late, I could only offer an awkward smile in response.Fortunately, she seemed to notice my embarrassment and let the matter drop.Afterward, I greeted Grandpa as well."Did you sleep well?" he asked with a genial smile."Very well."Then, remembering what Lucien had told me earlier, I hesitated before adding softly,"Thank you, Grandpa."He blinked in bewilderment at first.A moment later, realization dawned on him and his gaze slid toward Lucien with unmistakable amusement."Seems someone can barely keep

Chapter 48: The Meridian

HELENEThe answer wasn't difficult to arrive at.It was for her son.Of course it was.Was I disappointed?A little.Surprised? No.If anything, the realization made me feel lighter.Knowing where someone's kindness came from made it easier to accept without reading too much into it.My silence must have conveyed something, because Mom sighed softly."I'm being too impatient, aren't I?" Her smile turned self-deprecating. "You've only been married a few days. Truthfully, there's no foundation yet.""No real connection to speak of."Thinking she was finally letting the matter rest, I began to relax.Then she lifted her gaze and met mine directly."But..."Something in her expression made me go still."From yesterday until now, I've been watching the two of you," her voice softened. "The way he acts around you."A faint smile hung on her lips."It's a side of him I haven't seen in a very long time," she squeezed my hands. "So while I know this is selfish of me to ask..."A slight tremor e

Chapter 49: Change of Heart

LUCIENAfter returning from The Meridian, I wheeled myself into my bedroom and stopped in the middle of the room. For a long moment, I simply sat there.Then I turned and headed toward the bathroom.Inside, the layout was nearly identical to the one at the estate, every fixture positioned for accessibility and convenience.I rolled forward until I was standing before the lowered mirror.An expressionless face stared back at me.For the past month, I had been trying to accept reality.Not for my own sake alone, but for my mom. For Grandpa.For everyone who seemed unable to move forward as long as I remained trapped between what was and what used to be.I hadn't fully succeeded. Still, I believed I was making progress.Then Josh happened.He gave me a harsh reality check.My jaw tightened. One lapse in attention. That was all it had taken to remind me how completely these legs had repositioned me from a man who controlled every variable in his environment to one who could be pushed i

Chapter 50: Her Decision

HELENEWith Isabel's ambitious five-year plan now hanging over my head, I could no longer afford to be as leisurely as I usually was.Under normal circumstances, I should still have been recovering from my last trip. Instead, I was already researching locations for my next feature.Unfortunately, the search wasn't going particularly well.Most of the destinations I'd looked into were either overflowing with tourists or offered nothing compelling enough to justify the journey. If things continued this way, I might end up choosing a country at random and figuring things out after I arrived.That was part of the charm of slow travel, anyway.Some of the best discoveries happened when you stopped searching for them.I was still scrolling through potential destinations when my phone rang.The caller ID displayed Isabel's name.The moment I answered, her excited voice burst through the speaker."Have you heard?" She didn't even bother with a greeting. "Josh got shipped off abroad. Further e

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