Chapter 809 You Are My Dearest Sister
"Of course." Rhys smiled. "You know that I won''t sit back and let Belle take the shot for me. I''m a guy.
How can I let a woman take the shot for me? You must have considered that when you pulled the
trigger, which was why you did not aim straight for the heart. Otherwise, with your shooting skills, it
would be impossible for me to survive."
Back then, the bullet only deviated from his heart by one millimeter. She was a well-trained assassin,
so she would not make an error like this. She had everything under her control. Nobody else saw
through her intentions but Rhys understood at once what was on her mind.
"Rhys, my father has a grudge against you. If he pulled the trigger, then everything would be different.
However, I was deeply in love with you, so how could I let you die? I might have lost my mind and
aimed my gun at Belle. My apologies for that and I should probably apologize to her as well.
Fortunately, you took the shot for her. Otherwise, I would forever be indebted to her." Alyssa became
agitated as she reminisced about the past. "To be honest, I knew that you would take the shot for her.
Hence, before pulling the trigger, I aimed the muzzle slightly to the right. Nevertheless, my dad was
watching. Hence, I had to pull the trigger."
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At that point, the atmosphere at the table was heavy.
Alyssa''s face flushed with embarrassment and a shadow of guilt darkened her eyes. Sorrow crossed
her face and it grew pale.
It was a good idea to talk about the past. After settling the misunderstandings, they could finally let go
of the past and start afresh.
Rhys stared into the horizon and said lightly, "Alyssa, everything will pass. Let''s not talk about the past
anymore. We must move on."
"That''s right. People must move on no matter what happens." Alyssa seemed to be lost in thought as
she assumed a vacant expression and her gaze slowly softened. "Rhys, my dad has passed away. He
died in a global anti-drug operation."
"Oh." The news caught him off guard but it was as though he had foreseen it. He did not speak further
but he was clouded by a sense of sadness.
Sean helped him before. He owed him. Although he did not have a noble status, not everyone was
born into a prestigious family. No matter what, it was not right to forget those who had helped him
before.
"Alyssa, how are you doing now?" He raised his head and asked, being careful to avoid that question.
There was anguish in his eyes.
At the mention of her father, Alyssa felt as if she would choke with sorrow. She could barely utter a
word.
"I''m fine. My dad sold all his properties back then and got me a ce and started a business over here.
I now have my ownpany and life is pretty good." After a while, the sorrow faded from her face and
she spoke in a low voice. A slow smile worked its way across her face and into her eyes.
Rhys nodded his head and did not ask any more questions.
He knew the answer from her expression. She would live a happy life.
Not long after, a middle-aged man appeared with a boy.
"Mom." The little boy dashed over and threw himself into Alyssa''s arms. The anguish on her face
vanished in an instant, reced with a loving smile as she responded and carried him in her arms.
"Alyssa, do we have guests?" The middle-aged man entered and beamed. It was clear that he cared
about Alyssa very much and listened to her.
"Yes, this is my cousin. We ran into each other here today." Alyssa shed him a smile and introduced
him to Rhys.
She had invested in some properties at this tourist attraction site. They were here on a business errand
and she did not expect to see Rhys over here.
"Oh, it''s your cousin. Come and have a seat at our house." The man had tanned skin. His jaw was
broad and his eyes were bright. In short, he looked like an honest man who valued his family. After
Alyssa introduced Rhys to him, he immediately greeted him cordially.
Rhys was finally satisfied when he saw the scene. It was a good ending for Alyssa. He was truly
relieved. If she was having a rough time, then he would feel uneasy. Right then, he could finally be at
ease.
"It''s okay, I still have something to do, maybe next time. My wife is still waiting for me over there. I''ll
take my leave first." He beamed and rejected the offer.
"Well, I''ll see Rhys off." Alyssa handed the boy over to the man and followed Rhys out.
"Alyssa, there''s no need to do so. Go back and enjoy your life. Appreciate those who are by your side.
Cherish the love and joy as they did note by easily. Your father gave this to you. You must live a
happy life so that your father can be at ease even though he is no longer here. Your husband seems
like a trustworthy man." After taking a few steps, Rhys came to a halt and turned around as he spoke to
Alyssa with a serious expression.
"Okay, I will." Alyssa nodded her head. She was still a little reluctant to let him go and she was still a
little drawn to him. "Rhys, it was really a pity that I did not manage to send a gift over on your wedding
day with Lottie. However, I can see that Lottie is the right woman for you. I wish you guys all the best,
and stay happy and sweet."
She spoke in earnest. Her face lit up with anticipation as she asked solemnly, "Rhys, can we still hang
out in the future like siblings?"
She did not have any other rtives in the world. Her Mom passed away a long time ago and her
father was no longer here as well. Only Rhys was left. Rhys, whom she had been deeply in love with
back then had been by her side as she grew up. Her feelings for him were irreceable and not many
would understand it.
At that moment, Rhys also understood what was on her mind. He reached out his hand to stroke her
head and chuckled. "Alyssa, you have always been a sister to me. Whether it''s in the past or the future,
this will never change. If you happen to run into any trouble in the future, then feel free to find me. You
will always be my little sister."
"Thank you, Rhys." Having received Rhys''s assurance, Alyssa was so jubnt that tears streamed
down her cheeks and she choked with sobs.
"Go back, don''t let your family wait." Rhys smiled and reminded her in a gentle voice. He then waved
his hand and strode away.
"Rhys, who was it that wished to see you?" Lottie was waiting anxiously for him by the beach. Upon
noticing him approaching her with a smile on his face, apparently in high spirits, she walked over
immediately. Her eyes were filled with concern and her features creased with worry.
ncing at her anxious expression, Rhys''s heart was filled with warmth. He pulled her into his arms
and said affectionately, "Don''t you trust me?"
Lottie was slightly stunned when she heard his reply. He seemed to be indicating something, but Lottie
let it go after a while.
She trusted him. She had always done so. For certain stuff, if a man was willing to reveal it, then he
would do so, but if he wasn''t, nothing good coulde from pestering him. It would be a fruitless
attempt. Lottie was an easygoing person. She refused to be that pathetic.
"Rhys, let''s book a ne ticket for next week. I just called Calvin. He is going to take Belle back to A
City next week. I want to go back and see my best friend." Lottie changed the topic and said gently.
She looked at him dTristany.
"Okay, I''ll listen to what you say." Rhys agreed immediately.
Time really changed people. Even an independent woman such as Lottie would change in a
rtionship. She had changedpletely and had attained the happiness of her life.
The two snuggled up to each other and walked away.
Giggles andughter filled the air as the gentle sea breeze swept over the beach.