The Bucket List Of A Perfect Marriage
Love isn’t in Jett Byrd’s agenda. For a powerful man like him, love is an unnecessary emotion, and what he needs is a convenient wife. Amanda is supposed to be the answer — she has the perfect background, the fame, and the upbringing but the woman is blinded by love. Crazed, in fact.
On their wedding day, Amanda left him on the altar, so he has no choice but to turn to their stunning, unforgettable wedding planner — Lilac Carter. Lilac is the epitome of everything that isn’t him — warm, pure, and naive. She was scammed out of her money by her accountant. How stupid can she be? He believes they have nothing in common.
But this naive woman is the one that brought light back into his dark world. The woman who set his heart on fire, and makes his body tingle with passion that he has buried inside him. Their lives intertwined because of their contract marriage.
The lies, the passion, and the danger brought them together, but how can they survive it all enough to admit to each other that they’re meant to be? And that their marriage is just more than a contract? That they have the bucket list for a perfect marriage?
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Chapter: CHAPTER 9Jett I flick through the contract that's been occupying my desk for the past three hours. The numbers and details blur together as they pass before my eyes, but my mind refuses to engage.With a snap, I close the folder, drawing in a deep breath. Fantastic, I feel absolutely dreadful. It's been three days since I last laid eyes on Lilac, yet she occupies my thoughts incessantly, like a relentless storm.Isn’t she exhausted by now? The instant I forbade her from stepping foot in the company, I regretted it profoundly, though I can't pinpoint why. Everywhere I turn, her presence lingers.Even the mere thought of restaurant food pales in comparison to her culinary creations. I fear I'm on the brink of losing my sanity.Maybe it’s time to talk to that old bat I’m paying to diagnose my brain. I stand up, stretching a bit. I check my watch, it’s 5:21 pm. My stomach rumbles, voicing its protests. Great, I haven’t had lunch and it’s already time for dinner. I'll just make do with whatever I
Last Updated: 2024-02-22
Chapter: CHAPTER 8Lilac I jolt as his shout electrifies every nerve in my body, causing an involuntary flinch. I'm utterly perplexed by his sudden fury, especially considering his days of indifference to my desperate pleas. His vice-like grip around my arm tightens, and a pained groan escapes my lips. "Let me go, damn it!" I hiss, the pain coursing through my arm. The skin around his fingers turns red. I press on, my voice dripping with bitterness, "What's it to you if I meet my death? You've never shown an ounce of concern for my well-being! So, if I'm destined to die, I'd rather embrace death in a car crash than be at the mercy of loan sharks, selling me off or dissecting my organs for profit!" Locked in an intense stare, our eyes become twin blades locked in combat. I stand my ground, refusing to back down. Fighting against his hold, I summon every ounce of strength and snaps, "Let go of me!" I seize his hand, desperately attempting to pry his fingers from mine. "Sir, the lady insists you releas
Last Updated: 2024-02-22
Chapter: CHAPTER 7Jett A wave of irritation washes over me, permeating my entire being, as Amanda singlehandedly derails my entire morning. She adamantly refuses to cooperate with the new arrangements for our wedding, transforming what should have been a seamless transition into an absolute train wreck. Now, the thought of replacing not only the wedding coordinator but also the bride herself looms heavily in my mind. Speaking of the coordinator, a deep frown forms on my face as I absentmindedly twirl my ballpoint pen, unable to shake the image of Lilac from my thoughts. It's already 11:23 am, and Lilac is conspicuously absent. I haven’t seen her in two days when she has been hounding me for almost a week now. "Good riddance," I mutter with a tinge of irritation, forcefully pressing the intercom. "Camilla, bring me my lunch promptly," I command, my hand pressed against my protesting stomach. I didn't even have a chance to indulge in the tantalizing pancake this morning, courtesy of Amanda's infur
Last Updated: 2024-02-22
Chapter: CHAPTER 6Jett The darkness envelops me like a suffocating shroud, closing in from all sides. I trudge through this bleak expanse, devoid of any glimmer of light or sign of escape. Time slips through my fingers in this damned place. Is this my own personal hell, a punishment for my sins? If so, I deserve it. Suddenly, a piercing sound cuts through the silence, assaulting my senses. I cover my ears instinctively, snapping awake and gasping for air. Reaching for my phone on the nightstand, I silence the blaring alarm. Good Lord, it's just my wake-up call. Running my fingers through my tangled hair, I try to shake off the lingering terror of the nightmare. These recurring nightmares have become increasingly frequent, plaguing me more than they did three months prior. It seems I may need to pay another visit to the therapist, an idea I dread. Who wants to enjoy the company of an old bat who believes she has a license to pry inside my brain? Sadly, she’s the best in the field and I have to do thi
Last Updated: 2024-02-08
Chapter: CHAPTER 5Lilac His declaration lands like a blow to the gut, amplifying the throbbing ache of my injuries. I lock gazes with Mr. Byrd, desperately hoping for a glimmer of jest in his steely expression. But his demeanor leaves no room for doubt—this man is deadly serious. A man of his caliber doesn't dabble in humor. My mind whirls, grappling with the grim reality that if he chooses to replace me, I’m truly going to die this time. Emotions surge beneath my composed facade, threatening to erupt. I battle to contain them, though tears threaten to spill down my cheeks. The fate of the shop hangs in the balance, teetering on the brink of falling into the hands of those greedy bastards. And as for me? I'll meet my end somewhere in some ditch as Jane Doe. Anna will probably kill me again, or die trying to get justice for me. Either way, it's a grim outcome. My hands shake as I struggle to find my voice amidst this situation. What could I possibly say to a man so ensconced in the echelons of p
Last Updated: 2024-02-07
Chapter: CHAPTER 4Jett The emergency responders rush onto the scene, their uniforms a blur of neon amidst the chaos. With practiced efficiency, they administer first aid, swiftly stabilizing Lilac before carefully maneuvering her onto the stretcher. With synchronized movements, they load her into the waiting ambulance, the doors slamming shut with a sense of urgency. Relief floods over me as they reassure me of Lilac's condition. Her arm is broken, but her ribs remain intact, a small mercy in this situation. Though her head injury raises concerns, the paramedics assure me it's not severe, though they recommend further testing. Gratitude wells within me. "I'll follow you to the hospital," I inform the paramedic. Returning to my car, my eyes land on Amanda, who's engrossed in fixing her makeup. "What are you doing?" I exclaim, incredulous. While I'm consumed with worry for Lilac, our wedding planner, Amanda seems preoccupied with her appearance. "I have to look good in front of the camera. People wil
Last Updated: 2024-02-06
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