Semua Bab The Wife He Abandoned: Bab 111 - Bab 120

News of Cedric's arrest spread far more quickly than anyone had expected.By the following morning, nearly every media outlet that had previously been consumed with reporting Elena's identity had shifted its focus to the arrest of Margaret Ashcroft's younger brother. Police announced that they had dismantled a network involved in identity fraud, the distribution of false information to the media, and an attempted kidnapping carried out by several of Cedric's associates. Elena and Ash were mentioned only as protected victims, allowing news about the two children to gradually disappear from the front pages.For Adele, it was the best news she had received in weeks.She switched off the television before Elena came downstairs. She didn't want her daughter to hear or see anything related to their family's ordeal.A few moments later, the sound of small footsteps echoed down the staircase.Elena came downstairs carrying her favorite teddy bear."Mommy.""Yes, sweetheart?""I'm hungry."Ade

The long-awaited morning had finally arrived.The London sky had been clear since sunrise, as though it, too, welcomed the day that would mark a new beginning for Adele and Sebastian. The hotel hosting the wedding reception had already filled with guests an hour before the ceremony was set to begin. Floral arrangements lined the entrance, while reporters and photographers waited in the designated press area.The wedding of Sebastian Rowe and Adele Laurent had become one of the city's most anticipated events.Not only because they were both well-known figures in the business world, but also because their life stories had captured public attention in recent months.This time, however, there were no headlines about the Ashcroft family scandal.No stories about Cedric.Today, most media outlets had chosen to focus on only one thing—A woman who had successfully rebuilt her life after surviving her past.Inside the bridal suite, Adele sat before the mirror as the makeup artist applied the

"Should we open it now?" Sebastian asked Adele."I think it would be better to wait."Sebastian nodded and handed the gift to one of the wedding coordinators."Please keep it in the bridal suite for now. After we've finished greeting all the guests, I'll open it."The coordinator immediately carried the box away.The family photo session resumed.Camera flashes continued to light up the ballroom as guests took turns stepping onto the stage to congratulate the newlyweds. The tension that had lingered over everyone for weeks had finally been replaced by warm laughter and cheerful conversation.Elena quickly became the center of attention.With innocent pride, she introduced Sebastian to everyone who came over to greet her."This is my Daddy."Every time she said those words, Sebastian would simply smile and gently stroke her hair.Adele watched the two of them, unable to hide her smile.To her, there was no greater gift than seeing her daughter grow up with the sense of security she had

Elena's question left Sebastian silent for a moment.The little girl was still clutching the edge of his suit jacket, occasionally glancing toward Leonard. The fear that had once filled her eyes no longer made her hide behind her mother, but her dislike was still unmistakable. For a child her age, a painful first impression was not something that disappeared simply because the adults said everything had changed.Sebastian gently stroked Elena's hair before lifting her into his arms."Why is Daddy talking to the bad uncle?""Because he's Daddy's friend."Elena immediately shook her head."No."Sebastian smiled patiently."Why not?""Because he's a bad uncle."Her voice wasn't loud, but it was clear enough for Leonard, who stood several steps away, to hear every word.He remained silent, allowing Sebastian to handle the conversation.Sebastian didn't contradict her right away."Elena... Uncle Leonard isn't a bad person."The little girl quickly shook her head again.She hugged her teddy

The first morning after the wedding was far more peaceful than Adele had imagined.There were no meetings on the schedule, no reporters waiting outside the house, and no phone calls about the past. The new home Sebastian had chosen truly offered a different atmosphere. The backyard, covered in lush green grass, still glistened with morning dew, while sunlight streamed through the large windows of the living room, filling the entire house with warmth.Adele stood in the kitchen preparing a simple breakfast.Over the past few days, many people had offered to help. Even Sebastian's company's private chef had volunteered to come every morning. But Sebastian had politely declined every offer. He wanted this place to be a real home, not simply a house filled with servants.A moment later, the sound of little footsteps came racing down from upstairs."Mommy!"Elena ran toward her, hugging her favorite teddy bear. Her hair was still adorably messy from just waking up.Adele immediately crouch