Eternal Farewell: Her Love Endures

Suddenly, Arthur sprang to his feet, a look of extreme anxiety crossing his face.

I couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement.

I thought, "Arthur, have you finally remembered me?"

He said, "Chief, I'd like to request some time off!

"If the killer is targeting the police by attacking their families, my sister could be in serious danger. She is alone at home!"

The chief agreed to his request. Arthur quickly gathered his things and drove home.

On the way, he floored the gas pedal, speeding down the road.

As I watched Arthur's anxious expression, my heart ached.

In the past, I had often asked Arthur to come home early to help with our son, but he always refused.

I thought he was just obsessed with his work, which was why he neglected our family.

Now, I finally understood. It wasn't about time; it was about he didn't love me.

Half an hour later, his car screeched to a halt in front of the villa.

Cathie Hewitt, wearing a white dress and with her hair in a ponytail, threw herself into Arthur's arms.

"Arthur!"

Arthur affectionately stroked her hair, his eyes showing a tenderness I had never seen before.

"It's good that you're safe."

I noticed that on Cathie's right ring finger, she was wearing my wedding ring!

Furious, I thought, "How dare she!"

I was both anxious and angry, reaching out to snatch the ring back, but my hand passed right through Cathie's body.

Angrily, I thought, "Arthur, look her! Look at your precious sister. She's nothing but a monster!"

Suddenly, as if he heard my call, Arthur grabbed Cathie's left hand and asked in confusion, "Why is her ring on your finger?"

Cathie feigned an innocent look and said, "Last time, Luisa threw your engagement ring in the trash.

"I thought it was a waste, so I picked it up and wore it.

"Arthur, you're not mad at me, are you?"

Cathie's fake vulnerability made me sick.

The ring she had stolen was still stained with my blood.

If Arthur just looked closely, he'd see through her lie.

But Arthur couldn't bring himself to doubt his sister.

After dinner, he sat by the bed and put her to sleep.

"Cathie, it's not safe lately. You should be careful and stay home as much as possible."

A sly gleam flashed in Cathie's eyes.

"Is there another case at the station?"

Arthur frowned. "Yes.

"There was a dismemberment murder today. The victim was a young woman.

"Her body was scattered, and her left ring finger still hasn't been found."

Cathie sat up and naturally snuggled into Arthur's arms, her eyes brimming with tears. "That's so scary.

"Does the police have any leads?"

Arthur sighed, "Not yet.

"In any case, I hope you can try not to go out, it's safer to stay at home."

Within minutes, Cathie had coaxed the progress of the police investigation out of him.

I wanted to cry, but no tears came.

A smug smile played at the corners of Cathie's lips.

Feigning innocence, she added, "Arthur, ever since Mom and Dad passed, you're the only family I have left.

"If Luisa ever comes back and makes me leave, where would I go?"

Arthur comforted her, "She's nothing compared to you.

"As long as I'm here, you'll always be the mistress of this house."

Arthur gently patted Cathie's back, lulling her to sleep.

I stood there, desperate and helpless, watching them.

I thought, "Arthur, wake up! See the true face of the monster beside you!

If not, our child won't last much longer..."