All Chapters of Beyond His Reach: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

10 Chapters

Chapter 1 Disappear From His Life

After I left, someone at the door noticed the cake."Edward, Vanessa was here. She didn't hear what we just said, did she?""So what if she did?" Edward replied indifferently. "It's not like she'll actually get mad. Give her a couple of days, and she'll come crawling back to me anyway."Their voices faded into the distance. There was only silence in my heart.After knowing him for ten years, I thought I had a place in his heart. Now that I had heard what he truly thought about me, I felt that I had wasted ten years of my life.How pitiful of me.I shook my head and went straight to the institute that very night."Sir, I've decided to restart the operation."The teacher, already past fifty, looked stunned. "Vanessa, are you sure? What about your boyfriend?""We broke up," I replied without hesitation. "From now on, I have nothing tying me down. I'm the best candidate, so please let me do it."When my teacher heard this, his lips trembled, and tears filled his eyes.This class

Chapter 2 Leave Everything Behind

I watched coldly as she was chased out in a panic, my heart completely still.Edward put on a pair of pants and walked out bare-chested. He looked at me with a hint of mockery in his eyes and asked, "Are you satisfied now?"I looked straight at him. "Pack your things and get out."Hearing my words, he frowned and asked, "Are you serious?""Please leave my house now." I pointed at the luggage by the door. "See that? It's all yours. Don't leave a single thing behind."Perhaps my indifference stung him. He let out a laugh out of anger."Fine, but don't regret it!"Then, he turned back into the room, got dressed, and stormed out. Seeing the luggage by the door, he kicked it over violently. "Throw it away!"I ignored him. After he left, I went into the bedroom. The air still carried traces of what had just happened.I opened the windows to air it out, then casually packed up all his belongings. That very night, I called a delivery guy to take out the trash and tipped him 200.The

Chapter 3 An Old Acquaintance

My teacher personally saw me off at the airport. Before leaving, I snapped my SIM card in half.The only people who had my new number were my teacher and my superior. I deleted all my old emails.Now, under a new identity, I boarded a flight overseas to begin a new life.In the tenth year, I successfully intercepted intelligence from hostile forces and ruined their plan, though I was injured in the process. Because of my special status, I did not dare return home. So I remained abroad.On the day my surgery ended, I ran into an old acquaintance in the hospital.She froze when she saw me. "Vanessa? Is that you?"I had not expected her to recognize me after ten years apart. But I did not admit it."You've got the wrong person. Sorry."As we brushed past, she grabbed my arm. "You don't have to deny it. Edward has been looking for you all these years. I've seen your photos countless times, so how could I be mistaken?"I met her gaze and smiled calmly. "I know that seeing a famil

Chapter 4 Edward's Harassment

My mind went blank with a buzz. A few seconds later, I snapped back to my senses.It was my partner—he had returned.He pulled me into his arms. I lifted my face with a smile and looked at Edward, slowly regaining my composure.Edward stopped in his tracks and took the initiative to extend his hand. "Hello. Edward Miles, your new neighbor.""Hello, I'm Donna Anderson. This is my husband, Ryan Mckey."Edward nodded at me, his expression complicated as he studied my face.I kept things light as I continued, "That lady mistook me for someone else last time. I didn't expect you to do the same.""You look a bit like a friend of mine, but you're not her." Edward nodded again and turned to leave.The woman followed behind him and asked, "Are you sure it's not her?"I didn't catch what Edward said. The woman only glanced at me suspiciously before going inside.At the same time, my partner and I returned home. Once the door was shut, he let out a breath. "He didn't recognize you?"I

Chapter 5 Being Exposed

I took a step back, putting distance between us.Edward looked dejected. Then, he made a request. "Can you at least let me hug you? I don't even know if she's still alive."Hearing this, I took a deep breath and shook my head."I'm sorry, Mr. Miles. We're not that close. Aside from our first meeting, we're basically strangers. I don't want my husband to misunderstand us."His eyes dimmed instantly. Faced with my coldness, he could only stand there, looking helpless.His hand, suspended in midair, slowly dropped. He let out a bitter laugh and said, "I was asking for too much. Sorry about that. I didn't expect things to turn out like this. I guess it's my turn now."My heart skipped a beat. Out of instinct, I warned him, "Don't talk about life and death like that."Edward gave a bitter smile to me before leaving.I took a deep breath as I watched him go. Then, I shut the door and collapsed onto the floor, feeling drained.I thought everything could finally end after ten years, b

Chapter 6 In the Hospital

Edward hadn't expected me to actually attack him. The next second, there was a dull thud behind him—someone collapsed with a muffled groan.Then, my partner made his move.I cursed under my breath as everything was about to fall apart at the very last moment.Our location and identity had been exposed.My partner and I worked in tandem. I pulled Edward behind me—no matter what, he was a citizen of my country. I had to protect him.In the chaos, I heard someone shout, "Vanessa!"Then, a shadow lunged at me.Edward suddenly grabbed me tightly. At that moment, I felt a sharp pain, and then everything went black.When I woke up again, the smell of disinfectant filled my nose. My partner stood in front of me and said, "Good thing you woke up. Otherwise, I wouldn't be able to face our teacher!"It took me a while to process that I had been saved. "I…""You're lucky that the bullet didn't hit anything vital. Looks like it'll take a bit longer before we can return home, but all good

Chapter 7 A New Life

"Sir, I did it.""You did. Among all my students, you were the one I believed in most. From now on, take good care of yourself." He took a deep breath and patted my shoulder."After you left, Edward came to the school like a madman, saying you'd gone missing. He even called the police. It caused quite a stir. I knew the truth, but I couldn't tell him. They say he had been searching for you ever since. This time…" My teacher didn't finish his words and only looked at me.I understood what his unfinished words were.Back then, I had chosen the mission without explaining the truth, so my teacher thought I had broken up with Edward purely for the sake of the country.Now, there was no need to explain either."I understand, but it's impossible between us now. The past is the past. To me, my country will always matter more than him. Besides, he was never right for me."The moment my identity was exposed, Edward had nearly caused years of restraint and sacrifice to collapse. If not f

Chapter 8 A Peaceful Life for Another Ten Years

We hit it off immediately. With our teacher as our witness, my partner and I registered our marriage, had a simple meal together, and just like that, we were married.I supposed we were simply making do.Given the nature of my identity, Edward and I were never going to be possible. Even if none of this had happened, there was no going back. I had my principles, and I could never accept him again.Somehow, Edward found out about this marriage. On the very day my partner and I registered our marriage, a package arrived from far away.It was sent directly to our new place. I froze for a moment when I opened it.Inside was a necklace—exquisite, beautifully designed—with my initials engraved on it.I sighed and said, "If he keeps this up, I'm really going to have to step in."My partner shrugged and replied, "It's fine. Let him hold onto something. Maybe it'll help him let go eventually.""You told him?" I looked at him in surprise."I just hinted that you and I will never split up

Chapter 9 Death Approaches

Edward's voice pulled me back.I thought for a moment.It was at a bar.At that time, my senior and I were on a mission. Back then, I had multicolored hair and a miniskirt. According to Edward, my bright eyes made me stand out, making me look like someone who didn't belong in a place like that. Still, I was bold enough as I pinned a handsy thug to the ground and beat him senselessly.I was furious at that time. Because of him, the target we were tracking got away. Yet Edward was still there, cheering me on, even trying to buy me a drink.I shot him a glare and walked off.Thinking back, I couldn't help but smile."Edward, are you joking with me? It's been so long. I don't remember anymore."Edward didn't pause. His voice was low as he continued, "I remember. You said if I were ever unfaithful, you would disappear and never let me find you again. Vanessa, you really are ruthless. You meant it."Back then, I was young and full of hope for a better life. As my seniors fell on

Chapter 10 The End of Everything

After a long while, the doctor came out and shook his head at me. "He is asking for you. He has something to say."My legs trembled as I walked in. The moment I saw his gaunt face, tears spilled uncontrollably down my cheeks.Ten years together. We had long since carved ourselves into each other's hearts."Blake…"Hearing my voice, he opened his eyes."Don't cry, Vanessa," he said softly. "I'm free now. You say you've let go, but I know there has always been something weighing on your heart. Once it's said, let it go. Live well. If not, we'll just start over."I looked at him and smiled through tears. I nodded and said, "Don't worry. I'm not afraid of death. I'll live well for both of us. If it comes to it, we'll just start over."Blake Hilton. That was his real name. I had not said it in a long time.I held his hand, watching him silently until everything grew still.Edward had been watching from outside. When he saw me walk out looking calm and composed, he looked uneasy."

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