Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

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Lizetta had only been in Evercrestia for about two weeks, as the West family had been tirelessly searching for

her.

Dora helped Lizetta leave, and they eventually settled down in a quaint town called Luminesia.

The town was nestled among mountains, with homes built along the lakeside. Colorful rooftops dotted the

landscape, covered in snow during the winter months, making it feel like something out of a fairy tale. The locals

were warm and friendly, making Lizetta's days there peaceful and serene.

However, as April approached, an unexpected snowstorm hit the town, causing a sudden drop in temperature

and a shortage in heating supply.

"The fireplace must be broken; it's letting smoke into the room," Dora said, frowning as she tried to light the

living room's fireplace.

Lizetta sat cross-legged on the carpet, following a video tutorial to knit a beanie, a new hobby she had recently

fallen in love with. She wanted to make a cashmere beanie for Daisy, smiling at Dora when she heard her

comment.

"Let's just put it out; it's not that cold. I'll wear an extra layer. Oh, and don't forget to deliver sof the cookies

I baked to Nolan."

Nolan was a neighbor's young boy who often visited Lizetta. With Lizetta's beauty, gentle personality, and knack

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for baking delicious treats, she quickly beca favorite among the local children. Nolan and his pet forest cat,

Daisy, were regular visitors.

"I'll head over now, better than having him cover in the snow."

As Dora got up, Lizetta also stood up to help her fetch a down jacket and scarf.

Watching Dora leave, Lizetta's gaze fell on the two trays of heather in the yard. The plant was cold-resistant, but

perhaps not enough to withstand such heavy snowfall.

She put on her coat and stepped outside, reaching for the flower pots when she heard the crunch of footsteps in

the snow.

Thinking Dora had returned, Lizetta turned with a smile, only to freeze at the sight of a tall, imposing figure.

The man's short hair, illuminated by the indoor lighting, was a stark black, unlike that of the locals.

Startled, Lizetta's grip loosened, and a flower pot fell from the shelf, heading straight for her.

"Watch out!"

The man's deep, mellow voice rang

out as he quickly closed the

, pulling Lizetta away ne

the shelf and blocking the

Hom

with his hand.

pot

The pot shattered, and Lizetta's heart raced as she looked up to see his handsface, her expression shifting

from shock to surprise.

"Mr. Madden?"

It turned out to be Jerome, not the person she had initially thought.

With her heart still fluttering, Lizetta managed to say, "What brings you here?"

He lowered his gaze with a smile, "You should wear a scarf when you cout. Where's Dora? Let's go inside

and talk."

"Right, let's go inside."

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Despite the snowy night, Lizetta was happy to have an unexpected visitor.

She smiled, nodding eagerly as she led Jerinside.

After making Jera cup of hot tea, Lizetta turned to find his gaze upon her, deep and contemplative in the

dim light.

"You look well," Jersaid, breaking the silence and dispelling any awkwardness.

Lizetta nodded, her tone light yet

polite. "Dora has been taking great care of me. Thank you, Mr. Madden. Without your help, | don't know where

my baby and | would be."

Placing the coffee in front of Jerome, she maintained a courteous distance.

Jersensed her formality and

said after taking his coffee, "You've

thankedenough. If you're truly

grateful, treatas a friend and callby my name, not Mr. Madden."

Sitting there, his demeanor was relaxed and inviting, effortlessly making Lizetta feel at ease.

"Jerome? That's a nice name. What brings you here all of a sudden?"

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