Rebirth After Being Betrayed by My Husband (Lily and Ryan)

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Lily watched Aurora intently, her voice soft but sincere. "If it's because of what I said earlier, let me clarify- I'm not forcing you to help me with my personal plans. I truly admire your talent, and it would be an honor if you'd consider singing my songs."

Aurora shifted uncomfortably in her seat. She felt caught in an impossible situation. These strangers seemed genuine, but her past weighed heavily on her decision. Shaking her head, she finally said, "It's not about that. It's... personal. I'm sorry, but I can't accept your offer."

"Is it because of your child?" Lily asked gently, her tone careful not to offend.

Aurora hesitated, her fingers tightening around the edge of the table. "Not exactly," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. "I appreciate your kind words and the opportunity you're offering me, but I have to decline." Rising from her chair, she offered a polite nod. "Thank you again, but I really must go."

Before Aurora could leave, Lily leaned forward, her voice firm yet kind. "Aurora, please, just hear me out before you go."

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Reluctantly, Aurora sat back down. Her gaze was wary but curious.

"Thank you," Lily began, her eyes earnest. "I don't know the reasons behind your decision, and I won't pretend to understand your circumstances. But what I do know is this-you have an extraordinary gift. Your voice isn't just beautiful; it's powerful, moving, and full of emotion. That kind of talent deserves to be heard. If you let this opportunity slip away, you might regret it one day."

Aurora blinked, taken aback by the conviction in Lily's words.

Lily continued, her tone softening. "I'm not asking you to do this for me. Do it for yourself. Do it for your child. You deserve to give yourself-and him-a better future. Don't let fear or the past hold you back."

Ethan, who had been quiet until now, added, "And it's not like this is the first time you've worked with me."

Aurora's brow furrowed in confusion. "What are you talking about?" she asked, her gaze narrowing as she studied him.

Ethan's expression remained calm. "Think back. You've sung for me before."

Realization dawned on Aurora's face. Her breath hitched as memories flooded back. "Wait... that was you?" she whispered, her voice laced with disbelief.

Ethan nodded.

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She stared at him, stunned. Her mind reeled as she recalled the incident. It was a desperate time -her grandmother had been gravely ill and hospitalized, and the medical bills were insurmountable. A man had approached her then, offering to pay the amount in exchange for recording a song. She hadn't known who he was, but she had agreed out of sheer necessity. That act of kindness had saved her grandmother's life.noveldrama

Unable to contain her emotions, Aurora stood abruptly and bowed deeply before them. "Thank you," she said, her voice trembling. "Thank you for saving my grandmother's life. I don't know how to repay you."

Lily and Ethan exchanged surprised glances. "You don't owe us anything," Lily

said gently. “We're just offering you an opportunity to shine."

Aurora straightened her evnreccion conflicted Her gratitude was undeniable, but the weight of her fenre

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"Take your time to think about it," Lily added with a warm smile. "We'll respect whatever decision you make." she said softly. "You don't have to feel so overwhelmed or indebted because of it."

Aurora hesitated, her breathing uneven as she tried to steady herself. Slowly, she sat back down and took a long sip of water, calming the whirlwind of emotions within her. After a moment of silence, she looked up with newfound determination.

"I accept your proposal," she said firmly.

Lily blinked, momentarily taken aback. "Are you sure?" she asked, her voice careful. "Aurora, if you're agreeing just out of gratitude for what happened before-"

"No," Aurora interrupted, shaking her head. Her eyes shone with resolve. "It's not because of that. You're right. I can't keep letting the past hold me back. I need to do this-for myself, for my grandmother, and for my son."

Lily's lips curled into a bright smile, her joy evident. "Really?" Aurora nodded resolutely.

As the reality of her decision sank in, a question popped into Aurora's mind. Her brows furrowed slightly as she glanced between the two people seated in front of her. "Who are you, really?" she asked. Despite spending the past half hour with them, she still had no idea who they were.

Lily chuckled at Aurora's curiosity. Slowly, she began removing her scarf, goggles, and mask, revealing her face. Smiling, she extended her hand. "Hi, I'm Lily."

Aurora froze, staring in disbelief. For a moment, she was utterly speechless, but then, a high-pitched scream erupted from her.

"AHHHHH!!!" she shrieked, her hands flying to her mouth. "You... you're Lily! Oh my God! Oh my God!" Her voice wavered between excitement and disbelief. "Am I dreaming? This can't be real!" She pinched herself, yelping softly when it hurt. "Ouch!"

Lily laughed, thoroughly amused by Aurora's reaction. The calm and composed woman from earlier had vanished, replaced by a wide-eyed fan in full fangirl mode. Lily leaned toward Ethan and whispered, "She's adorable, isn't she?"

Ethan smirked, pulling his wife closer. "In my eyes, only my wife is the cutest person in the world. And maybe... our future daughter," he added with a wink.

Lily giggled, her cheeks tinged with pink. Meanwhile, Aurora finally regained a semblar of composure. She lowered her gaze, feeling embarrassed by her earlier outburst. "I'm so sorry for acting this way," she muttered, fidgeting nervously.

Lily waved her off. "Don't worry about it. I take it you're a fan?" she teased playfully.

Aurora nodded fervently. "Miss Lily, you're so beautiful! I've watched all your movies. I'm your biggest fan!"

"Thank you," Lily said warmly, her smile reaching her eyes.

After a moment, Aurora's gaze shifted to Ethan. Curiosity lit up her face. "Miss Lily, is this man... your boyfriend?" she asked hesitantly. Realizing the personal nature of her question, she quickly backtracked. "I'm sorry! I shouldn't have asked that."

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Lily chuckled at Aurora's flustered apology. "No worries," she replied with a grin. She reached over to take Ethan's hand. "This is Ethan, my husband."

Aurora's eyes widened again, her jaw dropping slightly. She stared at them, utterly speechless.

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