The Heiress Nobody Saw Coming (Natalie and Marcus) novel Chapter 763

"Keep walking. Don't look back."

Sky was still calling Emma's name when a soft, gentle female voice suddenly drifted in from the sea of blue flowers.

"See how Emma's doing now. Then, you'll finally be at peace."

The voice seemed to pull at him, and before he knew it, his body moved on its own, following the sound through the endless expanse of hydrangeas. The flowers grew taller, fuller, their brilliant blue petals nearly engulfing him as he walked deeper into the field.

After what felt like forever, Sky emerged on the other side—into a new scene, where he saw Emma.

Her long hair was let down. She was wearing a light pink tracksuit and was playing volleyball with a group of people.

Laughter spilled from her lips nonstop. After the game, she headed inside the house, where everything, from furniture to appliances, was perfectly in place. Then, someone familiar appeared.

It was her biological mother, Cindy.

"Mom, I'd love to have baked salmon for dinner tonight. Is that okay?"

Emma grinned and clung to Cindy playfully.

"Of course, sweetie. I'll go and get groceries to cook for you tonight."

"Thanks, Mom!"

"You're all sweaty. Take a shower and change. You've got class to attend soon." Cindy smiled lovingly and patted Emma gently. "Be good and pay attention in school."

"Got it! I'm going to shower now."

Emma headed upstairs. Sky watched as she disappeared into a pink-themed bedroom.

She went into the walk-in closet to grab some fresh clothes, then into the bathroom.

The sound of running water echoed faintly. He couldn't see her anymore, but he could hear her singing.

"I love showers, bubbles everywhere, la la la…

"I love learning, growing every day, la la la la…

"Flowers are pretty, I've gotta take care of them, la la la…"

Her offbeat singing made Sky laugh out loud. It seemed like Emma was happy now, and that was enough.

"Now that you've seen her smile, are you ready to let go?" the gentle voice returned.

He glanced around, but saw no one.

"Who are you?" he asked quietly. "Will Emma always be this happy?"

"She will," the voice replied softly. "Emma will live happily from now on. Mr. Sky, you can rest easy now."

Tears streamed down his face. He wanted to speak, but didn't know what to say.

"Mr. Sky, it's time to go home.

"Retrace your steps. Feel the breeze and breathe in the scent of flowers. Remember Emma's hydrangeas, a flower that symbolizes romance and happiness, which your future will be full of.

"You can let go of the weight now. Follow my voice. It's time to return."

The voice was warm and reassuring, like an invisible thread gently pulling him back.

Soon, Sky stepped out of the hydrangea field, and Walker Estate appeared before him. The voice guided him to his bedroom. As if in a trance, he took off his shoes and climbed into bed.

"Sleep as long as you need. When you wake up, you'll feel lighter."

The voice faded as he closed his eyes. Soon after, he fell into a deep, peaceful sleep.

…

Hours passed.

At 7:00 pm, Sky finally roused. He hadn't slept well in days and had been on the edge of exhaustion. But now, he felt completely rested.

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