Chapter 774

“Aaron, what’s up with you?” Marilla asked with concern, noticing his troubled expression.

“It’s nothing, let’s get going.”

Aaron forced a smile, feigning ease as he casually draped an arm around Marilla’s shoulders, moving forward with the crowd. But his sharp eyes swept the surroundings like radar, undetected and vigilant. Just then, his cellphone buzzed in his pocket.

Pulling it out, he glanced at the screen, lowering his eyelids to read the text. It was a short message, few words that made his piercing blue eyes narrow momentarily before the tension in his heart eased.

Meanwhile, at the other end of the crowd.

Jareth stood in a corner, trying to blend in. Despite his efforts, his tall and striking frame still caught the eyes of passersby.

Amidst the hustle and bustle, the laughter and chatter, Jareth’s loneliness seemed as profound as an old man in the twilight of his life.

His gaze followed them relentlessly, never straying from their backs.

The sunshine was beautiful today, casting a warm and radiant light. In it, the girl protected by a man’s care had a clear and bright smile,

blooming on his heart like a splendid iris.

Lost in thought, Jareth watched as Marilla’s figure grew hazy, the tender warmth in his eyes ready to shatter.

Hearing footsteps approaching, he knew Lily was coming. Suppressing his intense emotions, he forced a wry smile,

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“Marilla always told me she wanted an ordinary life. I never

understood what an ordinary life was, but now I think I do. It’s just too late.”

A pang struck Lily’s heart as she hurried to console him. “It’s not too late, Mr. Jareth. It’s never too late to win back your love.”

“I never took her out for fun like Aaron is doing now.”

Jareth’s eyes were red–rimmed, his voice a hoarse whisper, “I thought I was giving her what she wanted, but I never really asked her.”

Marilla, what do you want?

He had asked before, but as she repeatedly answered, “I want to be with Jareth,” he gradually forgot to seek her true desires.

get a little closer,” Lily suddenly suggested,

shook his head, “She’s having a rare day out. Seeing me would

her eyes, Lily smiled cunningly, “Just let go of your pride, Mr. Jareth. Leave

visited an amusement park, the last time being for a fugitive chase.

all the best rides and treats like the back of his hand.

of thrilling rides like roller coasters and drop towers. After several rounds, Aaron felt a bit

was showing more than he

of these

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cream, his

being up high, the feeling of flying. It makes me feel unbounded and free.”

up with satisfaction, “It’s

bittersweet ache filled Aaron, his heart going out

dream of

born to soar, yet her wings were clipped, and she was caged

because of her illness, or to spare her family

his hand instinctively reaching out to

soft

instinctively shrinking away.

her and Jareth. But now, even the touch of Aaron, whom she deeply trusted, brought a wave of panic and discomfort that flickered

quickly withdrew, managing a bitter

was still not ready to accept the growing warmth of

affection.

would take a very long time. Or maybe,

happen.

was running short, they headed toward the dolphin

catch the show.

they reached the entrance, whispers spread through

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crowd,

isn’t that girl the one from the Abernathy family, the

look like Marilla! Much prettier in

of being pretty if

to me. And who’s that handsome

Marilla’s ears, her heart pounding as she clutched

second, she was enveloped in a warm, strong embrace, Aaron’s arms shielding her

be afraid, Marilla. I’m here,” he said, his voice low and

blank, “Aaron, I don’t want to watch the show anymore, let’s leave.”

“Okay.”

guided her away

arena.

from the noise and the stares, Marilla’s pale face began to relax, but her mood

let’s go

she spoke, “I’ve had enough. I’m satisfied, really happy.”

mind what

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one knee before her, looking up earnestly, “Always remember, we live for ourselves, not to conform to others‘ views. No matter how good or excellent you are, there will always be those who dislike you, who laugh at you. What you need to do is walk tall in the sunlight.

her doe eyes

But Evadne didn’t give a hoot. In her own words, she wanted to stick it to those green–eyed monsters who couldn’t stand to see her happy. She wanted to be unshakeable, untouchable, and indomitable in their eyes. Watching them snarl and grimace, helpless against her, was the

“But I’m

you’re braver than you think.”

step you’ve taken, every choice you’ve made, others wouldn’t dare. You’re much braver than you or anyone else gives

warmed Marilla’s heart, dispersing

park’s mascot parade

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