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

together, then shook his head, “She’s having a rare day out. Seeing me would only spoil her mood.”

a hopeful look in her eyes, Lily smiled cunningly, “Just let go of your pride, Mr. Jareth. Leave the rest

visited an amusement

the best rides and treats

of thrilling rides like roller coasters and drop towers. After several rounds, Aaron felt a bit dizzy, while Marilla seemed unfazed,

age gap was showing more than he

of these high–flying

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his eyes

feeling of flying.

ice cream, her face lighting up with

ache filled Aaron, his heart going out to her.

had never dared to dream of such simple pleasures in her twenty–two years

wings were clipped, and she was caged in

of her illness, or to

heavy, his hand instinctively reaching out to

her soft

instinctively shrinking

gestures had been common between her and Jareth. But now, even the touch of Aaron, whom she deeply trusted, brought a wave of panic

withdrew, managing

ready to accept the growing warmth of

affection.

would take a very long time.

happen.

short, they headed toward

catch the show.

as they reached the entrance, whispers

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crowd,

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

look like Marilla! Much prettier in person than

if she

who’s that

ears, her heart pounding as she clutched her stuffed bear,

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

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

went blank, “Aaron, I don’t want to watch

“Okay.”

her wishes, Aaron quickly guided her away from the dolphin

arena.

stares, Marilla’s pale face began to relax, but her mood was nowhere near as

go

long lashes trembled as she spoke, “I’ve had enough. I’m satisfied,

what they say.”

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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

this, Marilla looked up, her doe eyes shining with new

slander. 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

“But I’m not as brave as Evadne.”

than you think.”

taken, every choice you’ve made, others wouldn’t

sincere and powerful words warmed Marilla’s heart, dispersing the clouds that had gathered in her expression.

the amusement park’s mascot

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