The CEO Who Promised Me the World And Then Asked Me to Pay With My Soul by Caden Blake 477

In this chapter, the story reveals a deeply emotional and poignant moment between Alpha Henry, Aubrey, and Jax. Jax explains a secret acupuncture technique developed by an ancestor of the Mary family, which prolongs life day by day but ultimately results in both the practitioner and the recipient dying on the same day. Jax admits he chose not to learn this technique to avoid exchanging his life for someone else’s, and warns Alpha Henry not to reveal this secret as it could bring disaster upon Aubrey. Alpha Henry is surprised by Jax’s knowledge and the fact that Aubrey’s medical skills have surpassed even her grandfather’s.

Alpha Henry reflects on Aubrey’s sacrifices, realizing that she had been quietly enduring great pain and risking her life to care for him, including administering acupuncture treatments that drained her life force. Despite her calm and indifferent exterior, she had always been devoted to him, standing by his side through battles, illness, and suspicion. He feels both gratitude and guilt for not fully appreciating her depth of love and sacrifice until now.

As Alpha Henry tenderly cares for the unconscious Aubrey, he is overwhelmed by the realization that she had willingly tied her life to his, prepared to face death alongside him as her ancestor once did. Her unwavering commitment, even at the cost of her own life, reveals the profound bond between them. Alpha Henry’s emotions are a mixture of love, admiration, and sorrow as he kisses her pale face and questions how he ever deserved such devotion.

The chapter ends on a bittersweet note, emphasizing the theme of sacrifice and the enduring power of love. Alpha Henry’s longing for Aubrey to wake up and his jealousy of his past self highlight the depth of his feelings and the pain of their shared fate. The story captures a moment of intimate reflection and emotional intensity, underscoring the sacrifices made in the name of love and loyalty.

477 A Life for a Life

Third–Person POV

“It’s said that this acupuncture technique was developed by an ancestor of the Mary family. His wife was dying, so to keep her, he came up with this idea. He didn’t extend her life all at once, but day by day. In the end, they died in the same year, same month, and on the same day…”

Jax shivered. “I didn’t want to exchange my life for someone else’s, so I didn’t learn it. As for Aubrey… she’s still young, she probably hasn’t learned it to that level yet. But, Alpha, you must not speak of this to anyone. If this gets out, it could bring disaster upon her!”

Alpha Henry was surprised that Jax knew everything. And… he had been smart enough to escape that fate.

He also hadn’t realized that Aubrey’s medical talent was so heaven–defying that she had long ago reached a level her grandfather had never achieved in his entire life.

“I understand.” Alpha Henry nodded, then looked at Aubrey.

Back then, Aubrey had given him acupuncture every three days. And every time he asked, she only said it was draining, but not a major harm. If they hadn’t developed the Kajit virus antidote, did that mean… if she had continued, they would have died in the same year, same month, and on the same day?

His heart gradually warmed. She had never told him any of this.

It wasn’t just this. Aubrey had done so many things, but she told him very little. She calmly and composedly gave everything for him, seeming so indifferent that it always made him feel it wasn’t enough. Thinking back on it now, he was such a bastard.

He loved Aubrey with passion, while Aubrey loved him with depth. He couldn’t distinguish who loved more. He only knew that he was desperate for her to wake up so he could whisper “I love you” in her ear ten thousand times.

Wake up soon, Aubrey!

After Jax left, Alpha Henry lifted Aubrey, letting her rest her head on his lap, and began to comb her hair.

As he combed, the corners of his mouth turned up involuntarily.

“You’re such a dishonest little thing. Did you tie your life to mine when I wasn’t looking?”

He felt both sweet and a little pained.

It seemed it had always been this way. Before her rebirth, she was devoted to him. After her rebirth, although she was harsh to him on the surface, in reality, every time a major incident happened, she was always, always by his side.

When the flames of war were raging, he was at the front fighting the enemy, and she was at the back, saving the wounded.

When he was infected, she faced the doubts from all sides with him.

Even if she always wore a calm and indifferent expression.

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But everything she did was to help him, and to save him.

She faced danger for him; she held on for him.

She clearly suffered for it in her last life, yet in this life, she still chose to expose her mysterious medical skills for him. She died from the Kajit virus, yet she willingly became infected again for him. She promised she would save him when there was no guarantee, which meant that from the very beginning, she was prepared to die with him on the same year, same month, and same day…

He didn’t know if she had heard the story of her ancestor. Maybe she had, and she would have called that person stupid, but in reality, she was doing the exact same thing…

There was nothing more she could do for him, because she had already given everything. And only now, in this moment, did he realize it so clearly.

Alpha Henry bent his head and gently placed a kiss on her pale face.

“I’m starting to get jealous of my past self. You said I was no good to you in our last life. How did a man like that deserve your love?”

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This chapter delicately unveils the profound depth of Aubrey’s love and sacrifice, painting a portrait of devotion that transcends time and life itself. Despite the immense cost to herself, she remains unwaveringly by Alpha Henry’s side, embodying a love so selfless that it binds their fates together in a way both beautiful and tragic. The revelation of her ancestral acupuncture technique and the silent burdens she bore deepen the emotional resonance, highlighting the quiet strength behind her calm exterior.

Alpha Henry’s reflections bring a tender vulnerability to the narrative, as he grapples with the weight of Aubrey’s sacrifices and his own feelings of unworthiness. His longing for her awakening and his gentle affection underscore the enduring connection between them, a love marked by both passion and profound respect. In this moment of stillness, their intertwined destinies feel both inevitable and heartbreaking, a testament to the power of love that endures beyond the bounds of life and death.

The next chapter promises to delve deeper into the intricate bond between Alpha Henry and Aubrey, revealing more about the sacrifices she has made and the weight of their shared fate. As Henry grapples with the realization of just how much Aubrey has given for him—often silently and selflessly—the emotional tension will rise, highlighting the delicate balance between love, duty, and the looming shadow of destiny. Readers can anticipate moments of tender vulnerability intertwined with the harsh realities they face.

Tensions may also surface as Henry confronts his own feelings of guilt and inadequacy, questioning whether he truly deserves Aubrey’s unwavering devotion. The story is poised to explore the complexities of their past lives and the echoes those experiences cast on their present, hinting at unresolved conflicts and the possibility of deeper revelations about Aubrey’s mysterious medical talents. This chapter will leave readers yearning to uncover whether their love can withstand the inevitable challenges ahead or if the sacrifices demanded will be too great.

Sara Lili

Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.