Winds Carry Lost Promises by Asa Holt Vale 56 Summary
In Chapter 56 of “Winds Carry Lost Promises,” Lavern’s fury erupts as he confronts Shawna, who is pregnant with his child. His anger blinds him to her condition, and he roughly drags her toward the exit, disregarding her pleas. Shawna, overwhelmed by humiliation and fear, collapses on the floor, drawing the attention of the guests who witness the chaos. Carrie intervenes, trying to protect Shawna and highlight the potential danger to the unborn child, but Lavern’s rage only escalates as he shoves her aside. The tension in the room thickens, with Lavern desperately searching for Marina, who is mysteriously absent.
The situation intensifies when a video of Lavern kissing Shawna plays unexpectedly, shocking the crowd and revealing a betrayal that Lavern never anticipated. As whispers ripple through the guests, Marina finally makes her entrance, calm and composed, watching the turmoil unfold with an amused expression. Dressed in black, she seems to embody the role of a grim reaper at a wedding, signaling the end of Lavern’s and Shawna’s union. Carrie’s anger boils over as she confronts Marina, accusing her of creating chaos, but Marina remains unfazed, confidently challenging Carrie’s threats.
As Lavern attempts to reconcile with Marina, hoping to explain away his actions, she taunts him, revealing her awareness of the emotional stakes involved. She mocks the significance of their wedding day, hinting at the pain and humiliation that Shawna will forever associate with it. Lavern is caught in a whirlwind of emotions—desperation to mend his relationship with Marina, guilt over Shawna, and confusion over Marina’s manipulative behavior. Carrie, witnessing Lavern’s struggle, lashes out, revealing Shawna’s past and further complicating the already volatile situation.
The chapter culminates in a heated confrontation, with Lavern demanding everyone to leave, including his own mother, in a bid to protect Marina. Carrie’s accusations about Shawna’s past relationships hang in the air, leaving the room in stunned silence. The emotional turmoil reaches a peak, as Lavern grapples with the consequences of his choices, the fractured relationships surrounding him, and the impending fallout from the chaos of the day. The atmosphere is charged with unresolved tension, setting the stage for further conflict and emotional reckoning.
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### Winds Carry Lost Promises by Asa Holt
**Chapter 56**
Lavern stormed across the room, fury etched on his face like a storm brewing on the horizon. His icy demeanor sent shivers through the air as he approached Shawna, his eyes narrowing in disdain. Without a moment’s hesitation, he seized her wrist, the reality of her pregnancy seemingly lost on him in his blind rage. His grip was unforgiving, a vise that left no room for mercy.
“Who the hell let you in here? Get out. Now!” he barked, his voice a low growl that reverberated through the hall.
Shawna, caught off guard by his harshness, stumbled as he yanked her off balance. The delicate fabric of her wedding dress twisted around her legs, and she fell to the floor in a chaotic heap, her heart pounding in her chest as she realized the eyes of the guests were upon her. Their faces, twisted in amusement, only deepened her sense of humiliation. Lavern’s furious glare sent waves of anxiety crashing over her, making her breath quicken.
In that moment, all thoughts of dignity evaporated. She sat there, crumpled on the floor, tears streaming down her cheeks as she sobbed uncontrollably, the weight of the world pressing down on her.
Lavern’s expression remained as cold as ice as he began dragging her toward the door, his grip like iron on her arm.
“Lavern! Wait!” Carrie rushed forward, her voice filled with urgency as she stepped in front of him, a barrier of desperation.
“Shawna’s pregnant with your child! If you keep being this rough, you could hurt the baby!” she cried, her eyes wide with concern.
The darkness in Lavern’s expression deepened as he shoved Carrie aside with a roughness that made her stumble.
“You get out, too,” he snapped, his voice laced with fury.
Carrie let out a startled yelp as she hit the ground hard, the shock of the fall drawing gasps from those nearby. Members of the Ross family rushed to her aid, pulling her up and quickly ushering Shawna away, sensing that Lavern was on the brink of losing control completely.
Lavern stood amidst the chaos, his head spinning. He scanned the crowd frantically, searching for Marina, but she was nowhere to be found. Hyman was absent as well, leaving a gnawing sense of dread in his gut.
Carrie, in her flustered state, didn’t even have Hyman’s contact information, and Hyman had no idea that Carrie was in the city. The only person who could reach Hyman was Shawna; after all, they were relatives from the same clan.
A flicker of hatred ignited in Lavern’s eyes as he shot a venomous glare at Shawna, who was cowering behind the family members, her sobs echoing in the tense atmosphere.
“Where’s Marina? Where are you hiding her?” he demanded, his voice a low, menacing growl.
His mind raced with suspicion. They must have stashed Marina somewhere, he thought, the idea burning in his mind. He refused to believe that Marina would ever abandon him. She had no one else in the world—only him.
Shawna trembled under his gaze, tears spilling down her cheeks as she shook her head, terrified and desperate to deny any involvement in Marina’s disappearance.
Suddenly, the screen on the stage flickered to life, illuminating the room with unexpected brightness. A video from a car dashcam began to play, and the footage was crystal clear. Lavern was seen holding Shawna close, their lips locked in a passionate kiss, a moment that felt like a betrayal caught in time.
The crowd began to murmur, their whispers growing louder, a wave of gossip washing over them.
Lavern’s face drained of color as the realization hit him like a punch to the gut. Panic gripped him as he froze, his eyes wild with a mix of rage and fear.
“Turn it off!” he barked, his voice cracking under the strain.
The video cut off abruptly, but the damage was done. A gasp rippled through the crowd as someone spotted Marina standing on the second floor, her presence commanding immediate attention.
All eyes turned toward her. She leaned elegantly against the railing, slender fingers wrapped around a wine glass, a faint, almost amused smile dancing on her lips. Clad in a striking black dress with red lips to match, she was a vision of allure, captivating everyone in the room.
She observed the chaos below her like a spectator at a play, her demeanor almost detached, as if she found the unfolding drama amusing. Upon closer inspection, they noticed a white chrysanthemum pinned to her dress, a stark contrast that made her appear less like a wedding guest and more like someone attending a funeral.
She was here to bury this wedding herself.
Carrie’s blood boiled as she watched Marina, her heart racing with indignation. How could she stand there, seemingly unfazed by the turmoil she had caused?
“If anyone’s reputation is going down, it’s not just going to be my son’s!” Carrie seethed, her fury reaching a boiling point.
“Marina, you’ve already been tainted. Why are you still causing trouble? Lavern doesn’t even care about your past and is still willing to marry you. You should be counting your blessings, but instead, you’re putting on this ridiculous show! Aren’t you scared I’ll expose that video of yours for everyone to see?” Carrie snapped, her words sharp as knives.
Marina’s eyes gleamed with a cold, mocking smile as she met Carrie’s gaze, unflinching. “What video? Go ahead, play it for everyone,” she replied, her tone cool and fearless, as she began her descent down the stairs, each step radiating confidence, as if she were the one orchestrating the entire scene.
Carrie’s face fell, her threat losing its power. She had no video to back up her claims, and with Hyman absent, she felt utterly powerless to stop Marina.
Lavern watched as Marina approached, unscathed and composed, a wave of relief washing over him. At least she was safe, he thought, a flicker of hope igniting in his chest.
Without a second thought, he moved toward her, his heart pounding as he reached out. But before he could touch her, Shawna, panic-stricken, grabbed his arm.
“Lavern, my stomach doesn’t feel right… Can you please take me to the hospital?” she begged, her voice soft and pitiful, laced with desperation.
Lavern’s expression darkened as he yanked his arm free, the force of his movement causing Shawna to stagger. Someone nearby caught her before she could fall, but the moment felt tense, charged with unspoken words.
“Lavern…” she called out, her voice trembling, filled with desperation.
But Lavern didn’t spare her a glance. His focus remained solely on Marina as he approached her, trying to soften his voice, desperate to mend the rift.
“Marina, please, just let me explain. What happened between me and her was just a stupid mistake, I swear…” he pleaded, his voice thick with urgency.
Marina cut him off, a mocking smile playing on her lips. “Did you enjoy it? That was my special surprise for you,” she taunted, her words dripping with sarcasm.
Lavern’s brows knitted together, anger and helplessness swirling within him. “Marina, I know you’re mad right now, but please, just give me a little time. I’ll fix everything and end things with her for good. Just give me one more chance, I promise I won’t let you down again,” he implored, desperation coloring his tone.
“Today’s supposed to be our wedding. There are so many people here, and some of them are Ross Group partners. If you keep this up, it could ruin things for the company…” he said, urgency lacing his voice.
Marina remained unfazed, cutting him off again, her voice steady and cool. “I know.”
Lavern let out a quiet sigh of relief, thinking he had dodged a bullet, believing that this whole mess might finally be behind them. He reached out for her hand, but Marina subtly pulled her wrist back, avoiding his touch with an almost practiced grace.
“You see, that’s the whole reason I arranged all of this. I knew today was meant to be our wedding,” she said, sarcasm dripping from her words as she shot a glance at Shawna, who stood not far away in her wedding dress.
“I wonder if this wedding will be etched into your memories forever? Will Ms. Thornton remember this day year after year, every time this date rolls around?” Marina mocked, her tone playful yet biting.
Both Shawna and Lavern’s expressions shifted, shock and embarrassment washing over them, for those were the exact words Lavern had said to Shawna during their first fitting for wedding dresses.
“Marina…” Lavern whispered, his voice trembling with disbelief.
He had never anticipated her to catch on so quickly. Panic surged through him, drowning out any remaining anger.
Watching Lavern being played like a pawn in Marina’s game, Carrie clenched her fists, indignation boiling within her. “Marina! Lavern just did what every guy does. Seriously, do you expect a successful man like him to only have eyes for one woman? And after what happened last night, getting passed around by those men, what gives you the right to act all high and mighty now?” she spat, venom lacing her words.
Shawna gasped, never expecting Carrie to unleash such humiliation in front of everyone. In a desperate attempt to stop her, she grabbed Carrie’s arm. “Carrie, please, stop,” she begged, her voice shaking with shame.
Marina stood her ground, utterly indifferent, her cool gaze sweeping over Carrie’s helpless rage as if it were nothing more than a passing breeze.
Lavern’s expression turned grim as he snapped at Carrie, his words cutting through the tension like a knife. “Get out. All of you!” he roared, his voice echoing through the room, demanding obedience.
Carrie’s face twisted with heartbreak and fury as she unleashed her frustrations on Lavern, her voice rising in pitch. “Lavern, you’re actually telling your own mother to get out for some woman who’s been used and tossed aside?” she shrieked, her voice shrilling with rage.
“Just so you know, she slept with other men last night! And not just one, but several!” Carrie spat, her words dripping with contempt and disdain, leaving the room hanging in a heavy silence.
Conclusion
In the aftermath of chaos, Lavern stood at the precipice of his decisions, the weight of his choices crashing down on him like a tidal wave. The room buzzed with whispers and judgment, yet all he could focus on was Marina, her piercing gaze cutting through the noise, leaving him feeling exposed and vulnerable. The love he once thought was unwavering now felt like a fragile thread, frayed and ready to snap at any moment. Shawna’s sobs echoed in his ears, a haunting reminder of the life that was now intertwined with his own, yet his heart remained anchored to Marina, the woman who had come to embody both his salvation and his ruin. In that moment, amidst the swirling emotions, he realized that the promises he had made were as lost as the love he had once felt for Shawna—a love overshadowed by the fierce, consuming fire of his connection with Marina.
As the dust began to settle, Lavern faced the reality of his fractured relationships. The room, once filled with laughter and anticipation, now held a tension that threatened to suffocate him. Carrie’s anguished cries lingered in the air, a testament to the familial bonds now strained to their breaking point. Yet, as he locked eyes with Marina, he felt a flicker of determination ignite within him. He understood that to salvage any semblance of a future, he would have to confront the truth of his actions and the pain they had caused. With each heartbeat, Lavern resolved to navigate the storm ahead, knowing that the winds of change would carry him toward the daunting task of mending what had been shattered. In the face of uncertainty, he knew one thing for sure: the promises he had made, lost in the tempest of his choices, were now the very things he must fight to reclaim.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
**What to Expect in Next Chapter?**
As the tension in the room reaches a fever pitch, the fallout from Carrie’s explosive revelation promises to shatter the fragile alliances that have been painstakingly built. With Lavern caught in the crossfire between his past with Shawna and his tumultuous connection with Marina, readers can expect to witness the unraveling of loyalties and the emergence of hidden truths. Will Lavern finally confront the consequences of his actions, or will he continue to spiral deeper into the chaos he has created? The stakes are higher than ever, and the characters are poised on the brink of irrevocable change.
Meanwhile, Marina’s enigmatic demeanor hints at a deeper agenda, one that could turn the tide in her favor. As she navigates the fallout of Carrie’s accusations, her motivations will be scrutinized, leaving readers to wonder whether her calculated moves are a means of revenge or a desperate attempt to reclaim what she feels is rightfully hers. The arrival of unexpected allies or adversaries could shift the balance of power, making the next chapter a pivotal moment in the saga of love, betrayal, and redemption. Prepare for revelations that will not only challenge the characters but also leave readers questioning the true nature of loyalty and love.
