Chapter 237 237: After Years Apart!
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Lucas tightened his embrace, his own tears mingling with Ellie\'s. He whispered soothingly, "Ellie, my dear sister, I\'ve been waiting for this day to come too. You have always been in my thoughts, and I\'ve never forgotten about you." His voice filled with a profound sense of love and sincerity as he held her even closer, cherishing the moment they had both longed for.
Ellie\'s heart swelled with gratitude, her tears slowly subsiding. She gazed up at her brother, her eyes filled with a mixture of vulnerability and hope. In a soft, trembling voice, she made her plea in whisper, "please...brother, don\'t ever leave me alone again, okay?" It was a simple request, one that conveyed her fear of being abandoned once more.
Lucas felt a rush of determination surge through him. He tightened his grip on Ellie, comforting her and assuring her of his unwavering commitment.
"Yes, Ellie, I understand the depth of your longing. For five years, we were apart, but now we have each other. I promise you, from this day forward, you will never be alone again. I will be there for you, through every moment, every trial, and every joy."
In their tender embrace, Ellie felt a newfound sense of security and belonging. It was as if the lonely years without her brother had been erased, replaced by the unbreakable bond they now shared. She reached up, gently wiping away the remaining tears from her cheeks, a small smile gracing her lips. "Thank you, brother. I trust you completely."
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Ellie had first entered Lucas\'s life almost a decade ago when she was just a eight-year-old child. Lucas father, who was the head to the esteemed Villebéon family, had experienced the tragic loss of his first wife and eventually married a maid from the mansion, who became Ellie\'s mother. This unconventional union faced opposition and judgment from those around them, but the family had come to embrace Ellie as their own.
As Lucas\'s step-sister, eight years old, integrating Ellie fully into the Villebéon family took time and patience. At first, there were moments of uncertainty and perhaps even occasional awkwardness.
However, Lucas had made a conscious decision to embrace Ellie with the same love, care, and respect he would show a blood-related sister. It was his steadfast commitment that laid the foundation for their relationship to flourish.
Over the course of five years living together under the same roof, Lucas\'s kindness and acceptance had a profound impact on Ellie.
She began to see him and their father as her true family, gradually building trust and a sense of belonging. Lucas\'s dedication to her well-being and happiness made Ellie feel valued and cherished, erasing any lingering doubts or insecurities she had felt initially.
During this transformative period, Ellie pursued Lucas with unwavering love and devotion, viewing him as her true brother. Each interaction was filled with the contagious energy of her affection, pouring from her like a bubbling spring.
She spoke to him with raw honesty and openness, revealing her innocent and childlike sincerity. In her heart, she genuinely believed in the unbreakable bond they shared, considering themselves as biological siblings.
Lucas, who had always possessed a nurturing nature, recognized the purity of Ellie\'s intentions. He listened attentively to every word she shared, understanding the depth of her emotions and the love that fueled them. It was a privilege for Lucas to be entrusted with her unwavering love and to reciprocate it with his own.
Their shared childhood was a tapestry woven with countless joyful and heartwarming memories spent together as siblings.
From playing games in the park to baking cookies in their cozy kitchen, their lives were filled with moments of laughter, support, and comfort. Lucas treasured these memories dearly, each one serving as a testament to the strong bond they shared.
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Lucas\'s idyllic childhood took an unexpected turn when tragedy struck, forever altering their once-happy life. Their loving and busy father, who had always been their pillar of support, fell unexpectedly ill to a severe fever and tragically passed away. The devastating loss left a void in Lucas\'s heart, casting a dark cloud over the lives of both Ellie and their stepmother.
In the wake of their father\'s untimely death, grief consumed the household. Ellie and their stepmother struggled to find solace in each other\'s presence, seeking comfort in the memories they shared. However, their lives became increasingly challenging as they tried to navigate a world without their beloved patriarch.
Overwhelmed by a deep longing for exploration and a desire to escape the confines of their now somber and silent mansion, Lucas made the difficult decision to leave home and embark on a transformative journey abroad. Little did he know that this choice would set in motion a series of events that would forever shape their lives.
Days turned into months, and months turned into years, as Ellie anxiously awaited her brother\'s return with each passing day.
Yet, as winter faded into spring, the weight of their father\'s absence and the hardships they faced became too much to bear for both Ellie and their stepmother.
The Villebéon relatives, no longer constrained by their father\'s presence, heartlessly expelled them from the mansion, leaving them with no other option but to build a new life elsewhere.
In the midst of their trials, Ellie\'s love for her brother remained constant and unwavering. Despite the difficult circumstances, she tirelessly wrote letters to the Villebéon family, desperately longing to stay connected with Lucas and yearning to know about his new life.
Each letter was imbued with heartfelt emotions, carrying her hopes and affection across the distance that separated them.
However, as time passed and circumstances unfolded, Lucas found himself unable to reply to Ellie\'s letters, leaving her with an ache of uncertainty that gnawed at her heart.
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