Chapter 5 BANG- With the piercing sound of brakes , Aurelia was thrown into the air . For those few seconds suspended above ground , her world became a blur of chaos . As her body crashed onto the pavement , she thought she heard the sound of her own bones shattering . Then , she lost consciousness completely . She seemed to drift into a dream , returning to the time when she and Nolan were still in love . She had just gotten her drivers license then , still unfamiliar with driving , and Nolan sat beside her , teaching her hands on . Aurelia , dont be afraid . Drive boldly Im right here with you . But the scene shifted abruptly . The person beside her suddenly vanished , replaced by the image of Nolan with bloodshot eyes , furiously stepping on the accelerator and driving straight toward her . Aurelia jolted awake from the nightmare , her forehead drenched in sweat , her back soaked through . Only then did she realize she was in a hospital . Her chest ached terribly , and it wasnt until a nurse came to give her an injection that she learned several of her ribs were broken . During her time in the hospital , Nolan never visited . She hadnt expected him to come see her after all , he hated her so intensely now . When she was discharged , Nolan was already busy preparing for his wedding to Evangeline.He demanded that Aurelia participate in the entire process . Because he wanted her to watch , with her own eyes , as he married another woman.To witness everything that should have been hers being given to someone else . Aurelia didnt refuse . She obediently followed behind him and Evangeline , watching as he helped her select a wedding dress , accompanied her for wedding photos , and finalized the venue . She had walked this path once before , but now , experiencing it again , the main characters had changed . On the anniversary of Nolans mothers death , Aurelia bought flowers early in the morning and went to pay her respects . 06:50 Eternal Pledge . Where Mountains Touc 2.6 % Chapter 5 She sat beside the tombstone , resting her head against it , looking at the kind and gentle face in the photograph while speaking softly to herself . Creed , are you well where you are ? Do you ever feel lonely ? I remember when you were alive , you were so fond of me . You said I was like your own daughter . And in my heart , you were like a mother to me . Dont worry , Ill be joining you soon . Before Mrs. Creeds death , they had actually been very close . Having lost her own mother at a young age , Aurelia had found maternal love in her.They were about to become a true family . But fate had other plans , and ultimately they were denied that connection . Lost in thought , she suddenly heard a familiar voice . Looking up , she saw Nolan and his father arriving to pay their respects . Upon seeing her , Mr. Creeds expression immediately darkened . Wretched girl ! Who said you could come here ? How dare you come here ! With that , he lunged forward and forcefully pushed her away . Having just been in a car accident , Aurelia had no strength to steady herself . She fell heavily against the tombstone , her head striking it hard enough to open a deep gash . Blood trickled down her cheek , but she didnt say a word . Creeds anger wasnt diminished in the slightest by her injury . His furious condemnations came one after another . You ! You dont deserve to be here ! Murderer ! Youre the one who should be dead ! What did our family ever do to wrong you ? Nolan loved you so deeply , and his mother treated you like her own daughter . Why did you have to kill her ? By the end , his voice was choked with emotion , nearly breaking into sobs . Aurelias face turned deathly pale , but she remained crouched silently on the ground , saying nothing . 06:51 Eternal Pledge , Where Mountains Touch In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.