Chapter 356 Lucky Man
Chapter 356 Lucky Man
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I recounted everything that had happened over the past few months. Zoey sat silently for a long time after
I finished.
Everything I told her surpassed the sum of her experiences from the past 20 mess
Pecially t surrounding Monica’s family, as well as the complicated love and hate between Mom and Bill.
And I had resolved it all within just a few months.
“Chloe, you’ve done so much,” she said, pulling me into hug. I always knew you were capable, but I didn’t think you’d be this amazing. You’re braver than ne–stronger than me. Thank you–for giving Mom a new purpose in life, a new beginning.”
I raised my hand and gently patted her head. “I promised you, didn’t I? When your entrusted me with your body, I swore I’d get revenge for you. Even if Sadie hadn’t meddled in our business, Monica’s secrets would eventually come to light. As for Sadie. her fate was tragic, but her early death was partly because of me.”
“That’s just who she was. If it wasn’t you, it would’ve been someone else. She brought it upon herself, Zoey reassured me. “Chloe, you’ve done nothing wrong. Don’t carry that guilt.”
She had changed so much, even comforting me now.
I smirked slightly. “Guilt? I don’t feel any. I’ve faced death once; it’s made me realize how precious life is As long as I’m alive, I won’t let myself have any regrets won’t show mercy to my enemies. Whether my actions are good or bad, let the tallying wait until after Im gone. For now, I just want to live for myself, without holding back. Even if I could do it all over again, I’d still make the same choices.
“Hey, I feel the same way,” Zoey replied with a chuckle. When I think about how I used to waste my energy being angry over people like Ashley and Sadie, Iwant to slap myself for being such a fool. Now? I’ve moved on. Instead of letting it cat me up, I’d rather embrace the chaos and drive my enemies insane Life’s already a mess–if they want to fight, bring it on!
She really had let go of her past. I could almost see her glowing.
But in the next moment, her face clouded over. “Still, Chloe… the people in that organization are so dangerous. I’m worried about you.”
“Don’t be. Justice may take its time, but it always arrives. I’ll drag every last one of them into the light,” I promised her.
“Alright. If you need my help, just say the word.”
We exchanged a smile. What a strange twist of fate.
Two strangers now the best of friends because of our death.
“In a few days, I’m planning to visit Mom, I said. “You should come with me. She’ll be overjoyed to know you’re alive.
“I–I can’t face her.” Zoey’s voice trembled. “Chloe, I’ll go with you, but please don’t tell her who I am, okay?”
I understood her hesitation. She had taken her own life and abandoned her mother. To her, that was the
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ultimate betrayal.
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I had been in a dark place myself. When emotions run wild, you lose control. She had taken all the blame upon herself.
Zoey hadn’t fully healed yet, and I understood her desire to reenter her mother’s life as someone new.
There was plenty of time ahead for them.
“Alright, I promise,” I said.
“Chloe, you’re the best.”
I laughed softly. Just remember, when we’re out in public, you should still call me Zoey.”
“Calling someone else my own name feels so weird, she muttered.
“You’ll get used to it. Let’s get out now; we’ve soaked long enough.”
“Okay!
We spent ages in the bathroom, fussing with body lotion and giggling like we were twins.
I couldn’t help but reflect on the strange bond we’d formed. My little sister had gone missing when she was five, and Zoey’s fake older sister had bullied her all her life. We’d both lacked real family connections, yet somehow, we’d found them in each other.
Zoey
twirled in one of my silk dresses. She teased, “Carter must be living the good life. If you keep wearing stuff like this around him, how does he even manage to keep his hands off you?”
I blushed and playfully chided, “What are you talking about? I dressed like this before I got married too. Silk is comfortable!”
“Yeah, well, I wouldn’t wear it,” she said, scratching her head.
I rolled my eyes and, at a loss for words, said, “Please, for the love of all things fashionable, could you please reconsider your sense of style? I don’t even know where to begin with the critiques. Sure, you have the freedom to express yourself, and goth aesthetics can look cool in photos or at cosplay conventions, but have you ever seen someone from a respectable family rocking a gloomy, deathly makeup look every single day? If you walked out looking like that on Halloween, you’d probably scare someone into a heart attack and send them straight to heaven!”
Zoey turned bright red. “Ahem. I was just trying to annoy my dad, okay? Fine, I’ll change my style from
now on.”
“Good. The dress you’re wearing today suits you. I bet you’d look stunning in a fitted gown.”
“Really? Let me try one!”
At the end of the day, she was still a 20–year–old girl–possibly with the emotional maturity of a teenager. I dragged her into the master bedroom, where Carter had all my clothes prepared in advance. When we walked in, he was already in his pajamas and opened his laptop for a video call. Thankfully, his
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microphone and camera were off, though I could hear voices speaking in another language.
When Carter saw ine, his eyes lit up. “Chloe, you’re back
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Zory cut him off mercilessly. “Don’t get any ideas. She’s mine tonight. We’re just grabbing some clothes.”
The light in his eyes dimmed instantly.
Still, ever the gentleman, he said, “Of course. Help yourselves.”
I glanced at the screen, which showed several executives mid–discussion. “Carter, am I interrupting your meeting?”
“Not at all.” He stood, laptop in hand, and moved toward the door.
“I’ll work in the study so I don’t disturb you. If you’re tired, you’re welcome to use the master bedroom. The sheets are fresh”
He even closed the door for us on his way out.
Zoey stared after him, dumbfounded, pointing at the door.
Chloe, pinch me. Am I hallucinating? His legs… they’re fine?”
I replied calmly, “Yeah, he’s been faking it.”
“What?! I had this whole novel outline in my head about a brooding CEO with a tragic injury pampering his beloved wife. And now you’re telling me he’s not even disabled? What a scam!”
“You write novels?” I asked, genuinely surprised.
Zoey grinned sheepishly. “Just for fun.”
“Well, when you publish, I’ll be your first fan.” I pulled out a white dress from the wardrobe.
“How about this one?”
She grabbed a black couture gown instead. “I like black?
“Fair enough.”
Her figure was stunning, and her pale skin was the same as her original body.
The only difference was her aura. Her original body carried a cold, ethereal vibe, while Janice’s features were striking and alluring–an undeniable beauty even without trying.
When she put on the gown. I added a striking red lipstick to complete the look. The mole on her forehead stood out, giving her an otherworldly charm.
I touched the mole thoughtfully and asked, “Zoey, did your original body have this mole?”
“I don’t think so. Why?”
“No reason. It’s just fascinating. On your original body, it added a cold, tragic beauty. But on Janice, it’s lik
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a temptress’s mark–completely mesmerizing.”
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She stuck out her tongue and teased, “You’re exaggerating. Chloe, why does my soul always end up with a red mole? Do you think I’m terminally ill or something
I flicked her forehead and said, “Idiot. No curse follows you between bodies. Maybe it’s your fate–or your curse. Who knows?”
I styled her hair into an elegant updo and pushed her toward the mirror. “Look at yourself. You’re stunning.”
“It’s been a month, and I still can’t get used to this body she said, spinning in place.
“But hey, at least it’s a great body. Good looks, excellent figure. Seriously, was Harlan blind? Even I’m tempted. Three years of marriage, and he never touched her? Is he okay?
I chuckled lightly and asked, “Want to book him a doctor?”
As we teased each other, Damian knocked on the door. Mrs. Zocy, Mr. Pearson has arrived to pick up Ms. Pearson.
