Arrangement Between Strangers
"I-I just married a stranger!"
Isang kasunduang kasal ang naganap sa pagitan ng mga estranghero, maisakatuparan lang ang kanya-kanyang layunin.
Ang negosyo ng pamilya Alvarez ay unti-unti nang nalulugi na siya ring dahilan ng unti-unti nitong pagbagsak. Isa nalang ang paraan upang maisalba lahat ng pinaghirapan nila, iyon ay ang ipagkasundong ipakasal ang anak nilang si Elle, sa anak ng mag-asawang Martinez.
Si Ashton Klyde ang natatanging binata na ipinagkalooban ng naipong mana mula sa angkan ng Martinez. Ngunit, makukuha lang nito ang lahat kung siya ay ikinasal na. At sa kagustuhang maipasa sa kanya ang mana, pumayag siya sa isang kasunduang labag rin sa loob niya...
Ang kasunduang ikasal sa taong wala siyang pagkakakilanlan.
Dalawang bagay lang ang kailangan nilang gawin upang magtagumpay, ang tumira sa iisang bubong at magpanggap bilang mag-asawang nagmamahalan.
Ngunit, may mabubuo kayang pag-ibig sa kasal na wala namang pagmamahal? At, pauusbungin pa ba nila ang mga nararamdaman nila sa oras na malaman nila ang tunay na pagkakakilanlan ng taong pinakasalan nila?
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Chapter: Chapter 9: Unveiling Synergies[Elle Alvarez]The soft morning light poured through the expansive windows, casting a warm glow across the polished table and the faces of our eager audience. In my charcoal pantsuit, I sat at the head of the table, my laptop displaying the intricate details of our project. Confidence flowed through me, knowing that the innovation we were about to unveil had the power to transform industries. Wow!As I glanced at my watch, the anticipation in the room grew palpable. I cleared my throat and addressed the group, composed of potential investors and partners who had come to witness our vision."Ladies and gentlemen, I extend my gratitude for being here today. It's an exhilarating moment as we present our groundbreaking project—a fusion of cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices." Said with my confidence overflowing.Just then, the entrance of the charismatic Klyde Martinez captured the room's attention. His navy suit exuded professionalism, and the way he carried himself was mag
Last Updated: 2023-08-29
Chapter: Chapter 8: Whispers of the Heart[Elle Alvarez]The warm sunlight filtered through the mansion's gardens as I walked along the corridor. A faint sound caught my attention, a voice I recognized all too well – Klyde's. My curiosity piqued, I followed the sound until I stood before a partially open door. Peering inside, my heart sank as I saw Klyde engaged in conversation with a woman. It was his ex-girlfriend and Kendrick's current flame.Hmm, I smell leech.My stomach twisted as I watched them. The girl seemed at ease, laughing at something Klyde had said, her hand resting on his arm. I felt a strange mix of emotions – jealousy, frustration, and irritation. Wait id is said jealousy? No! I’m not jealous. It’s just that I still care for Kendrick. Not just because she was his ex, but because she was now with Kendrick, my ex-boyfriend. The sight of them chatting so casually gnawed at me.What is she doing here!?Klyde's demeanor remained as cold and composed as ever. It was as if his emotional fortress was impenetrable,
Last Updated: 2023-08-25
Chapter: Chapter 7: Embers of Tension[Elle Alvarez] Stepping back into the mansion's elegant foyer, the atmosphere was heavy with tension. Klyde's patience had clearly reached its limit, and it seemed that he could no longer hold back what was on his mind. "Alvarez," his voice had an icy edge to it, "do you ever plan to move on from your past?" So, he calls me Alvarez huh? His words caught me off guard, and my brows furrowed in a mixture of surprise and annoyance. "Excuse me? What's this about?" As he continued, his tone grew sharper, "I'm talking about your constant fixation on your ex-boyfriend. Quite frankly, it's getting tiresome." I could feel irritation bubbling up within me, my voice tinged with defensiveness. "And why is that any concern of yours? My personal life is exactly that – personal." His frustration was palpable as he countered, "Your personal life is starting to affect our arrangement. Your inability to move on is becoming a hindrance. Just like what you did earlier." "I'm fully committed to this
Last Updated: 2023-08-23
Chapter: Chapter 6: A Loveless Knot[Elle Alvarez] The ceremony commenced with the sun radiantly shining on our wedding day. It presented a picture-perfect scene, adorned with flowers in every corner, and the air was filled with love and anticipation. Little did everyone know, the love between us newlyweds was absent, replaced by a meticulously orchestrated union fueled by ambition and greed. "Please state your vows," came the request. "I love you, just be mine. Forever," he uttered, the sweet words I longed to hear, but meant for another girl. Yes! It's for his NEW girlfriend. Kendrick spoke as though he was the one making the vows. Damn! How I wished I were the one he was talking to! Annoyance and sadness washed over me. I glanced at him momentarily but ended up staring. "Aren't you going to say anything?" Whoa! This guy had some nerve! He even raised his brows at me! The priest gazed at me as if I were the most important person on earth. He stared, his patience unyielding. Guilt consumed me, and I forced out insin
Last Updated: 2023-08-21
Chapter: Chapter 5: Vows[Elle Alvarez] May naririnig akong ingay. Kinapa ko ang ibabaw ng side table ko at nahawakan ko ang alarm clock na siyang pinaniniwalaan kong kanina pa nag-iingay at umi-istorbo sa tulog ko. Dahil sa inis, wala sa sarili ko itong naibato. I heard it broke and fell. I felt bliss when it stopped ringing so I continued my sleep. Kung sino ka man, magtago ka na! "Ano bang problema mo!?" Sigaw ko sa lalaki. "Alam mong natutulog yung tao tapos ga-ganiyanin mo? Ha? Eh kung sa iyo ko gawin yan!?" Dagdag ko pa. Malamig na tubig ang gumising sa akin. Ramdam ko ang pagbasa ng katawan ko maging ang higaan ko. Mukha na akong basang sisiw, literal na basa! Alam nyang natutulog ang tao tapos bu-buhusan ng tubig!? Does he hold grudges against me!? Ang mas nakaka-inis, namumula ka na nga sa galit, yung lalaki, poker face lang! Walang pakialam ang peste! "Bakit ka ba namamasa, ha!?" "What time is it?" He asked me, expressionless. Hindi ako makapaniwalang tumingin sa kanya! Gulat, inis at pagkam
Last Updated: 2022-07-14
Chapter: Chapter 4: Grumpy Beginning[Elle Alvarez] Napanganga ako sa laki ng nakikita ko, at nakakagulat na nasa harapan ko na ito ngayon. "Ang laki..." Manghang sabi ko nang matanawan ko ang mansion kung saan kami titira. Oo, kami, kami ng 'asawa' ko kuno. Bumaba ako sa kotse niya at naglakad palapit sa pinto. Ramdam ko ang sama ng titig niya sa akin. Kung nakakamatay man ang tingin, malamang inuod na ako. Sobrang talim! Nananaksak! "Will you stop glaring at me!?" Inis na sabi ko. Kanina ko pa napapansin yan buhat ng umalis kami sa mansion namin. "Not until you take back what you said." Seryosong sabi nito. Napaisip ako sandali. Ano ang sinabi ko na tinutukoy niya? Sa sobrang dami na ng nasabi ko, alin don? Ah! Saka ko naalala ang nangyari kanina bago kami umalis. [One hour earlier.] Anong ginagawa niya rito!? Prente siyang nakasandal sa pintuan ko at titig na titig sa akin. Nanlaki ang mga mata ko sabay takip sa dibdib ko. Napabalikwas na rin ako nang higa para matakpan pa ito ng mabuti. "Hoy! Titingin-tin
Last Updated: 2022-06-02
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