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22- TYING THE KNOT

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LILA

Gothic, black wedding dress, a short dark veil adorned with feathers, and accessories—it all seemed surreal.

Today was supposed to be the happiest day of my life. It had been a lifelong dream, imagining finding my soulmate, the love of my life, and savouring the joy of my wedding day. But life had a way of throwing curveballs, and my dreams lay shattered. I didn't even bother with makeup; dressing up for Blaise was the last thing on my mind. I had explicitly instructed the beautician not to bother with it.

Now, I stood before the vintage mirror, staring at my reflection. Blaise had kept his distance since the previous night. He hadn't slept in the same room with me, and I couldn't care less. I wished to keep him far from me; he was dangerous in more ways than I could fathom. But I had made a solemn promise to myself that I would make life unbearable for Blaise. I would frustrate him to the point where he would regret ever meeting me, let alone marrying me. I had agreed t
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