Ashes Before Dawn のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 11 - チャプター 20

News of the plane crash had already reached Francoria. However, Paul and Rebecca had never imagined that Sheila had been on that flight.The moment Joshua called them, the couple nearly collapsed. Without wasting another second, they booked the earliest flight back to Aster City.When they finally saw Joshua, they looked as though they had aged ten years overnight.Tears filled their eyes as they rushed toward him."Sheila… how could Sheila have been on that plane?"Why was she coming to Francoria alone to look for us? Did you do something to her?"Joshua had already put on an expression of overwhelming grief. He lowered his head before the elderly couple."Dad... Mom... I'm sorry. I failed to take good care of Sheila."We had planned to visit you together in Francoria. We wanted to surprise you. However, something urgent came up, so I asked Sheila to go first. I was going to bring Max and follow after her. I never imagined something like this would happen."It's all my fault.

Joshua could not understand where his father's prejudice against Cecilia came from.He had known her for years. He had paid for her high school and college education. He knew exactly what kind of person she was.How could she possibly be hiding her true nature?Still, there was nothing he could do for now except put the matter aside. The most important thing at the moment was dealing with everything related to Sheila.The next morning, Paul and Rebecca said they wanted to visit the house Joshua and Sheila had shared. They also hoped to take a few of Sheila's belongings back with them.Joshua personally drove them to the seaside villa.The moment they stepped inside, they saw Cecilia sitting in the living room. Paul and Rebecca turned toward Joshua in surprise."Who is she?"Joshua's expression changed immediately. He hurried over to Cecilia, giving her a meaningful look."What are you doing here? I told you already. No matter how important work is, it’s not more important than

Hearing those words, Cecilia nearly broke down. However, after a few moments, she forced herself to calm down. Swallowing her anger, she nodded. "It's okay. I believe that one day...he'll agree to let me marry into the Stewart family."After comforting Joshua for a while longer, she finally left.…Once Sheila's memorial service was over, Paul and Rebecca did not stay in Aster City any longer. They boarded the first flight back to Francoria.More than ten hours later, the plane landed safely.Without even returning home, the couple drove straight to the best private hospital in Parish.Lying in a hospital bed, Sheila immediately smiled when she saw them walk in."Dad, Mom. You're back."Her parents hurried over to her bedside."Lie back down. The doctor said you're still very weak. You need plenty of rest."Sheila smiled and shook her head."I'm doing much better now, and the doctor said there's hope for my legs. As long as I keep up with my rehabilitation for a while long

After a month of recovery, Sheila's legs finally healed.The day she walked out of the hospital and stood on her own two feet again, she felt lighter than she ever had before.Even so, there was one last thing she had to do.The people who had caused her so much suffering...Who had taken her child...Who had stolen her chance to ever become a mother again...She would make every last one of them pay.When she told Paul and Rebecca about her plan, they immediately objected.They thought it was far too dangerous."Sheila, you're finally safe and back with us. Just let the past stay in the past."Joshua did all those cruel things for that woman. If you appear in front of him again, we're terrified that something will happen to you."Sheila simply smiled reassuringly."Dad. Mom. I know you're worried. However, don't worry."When I go back this time… I won't be Sheila anymore. I'll be someone else and I'll make a few changes to my appearance. They won't suspect who I really am

The ballroom fell completely silent as all eyes were fixed on the breathtaking woman beneath the spotlight. She moved gracefully toward the center of the stage, every step radiating elegance, poise and breathtaking beauty.Cassius stepped forward first to greet the guests."Good evening, everyone. Thank you all for joining us tonight. I'd like to introduce my younger sister, Yara."To welcome everyone, Yara has prepared a dance for you. I hope you all enjoy the evening."As he stepped aside, every spotlight shifted onto Yara.The moment Joshua saw the woman standing onstage, his entire body went rigid.He stared at the face that looked so remarkably like Sheila's.Seven parts alike, enough to steal his breath away. For the first time in years, he completely lost his composure.The music began and Yara started to dance.Every movement was graceful, precise, and effortless, making it obvious that she had spent years perfecting her craft. Every lift of her hand, every turn and ev