As Irene stepped out of the class, her mind was finally at ease after completing her last exam. The semester had been a whirlwind of stress and hard work, but now she could finally breathe. However, her moment of relaxation was interrupted by the sight of Josh, the new guy who had recently joined their faculty. She couldn't help but wonder why he enrolled in the final exams instead of waiting for the next semester.He had a presence that was hard to miss – the tall, well-built frame and chiselled features gave him a striking appearance, earning him the nickname "Greek god" among their peers. Irene had noticed that he seemed to be popular, and she often found him trying to start conversations with her, even though they didn't know each other well.As Josh approached her, Irene greeted him with a curious expression. "What happened, Josh?"He seemed a bit nervous, his usually confident demeanour faltering slightly. "Uh, well... I was wondering if you could help me out with some notes. I m
Irene's frustration reached its peak, and she realised she couldn't tolerate him anymore. Her patience had run out, and she no longer had the will to compromise. Though Irene wished to speak these words directly to his face, she knew he would completely ignore her and proceed with his absurd plan to frighten her by using her husband's name, which was nothing short of a complete disaster. "Don't worry too much; I won't do anything harmful... yet," Theodore chuckled, amused by Irene's behaviour. Even though she tried to hide her face, it was evident how repulsed she was, to the point of wanting to kick him out. Her expression mirrored her disgust. The disguise as Cyril gave Theodore a sense of satisfaction. It was a clever strategy he used whenever he wanted to wander incognito. Not many people knew his cousin Cyril, who lived overseas. This anonymity provided a comforting shield. "Cyril, it would be best if you left. This doesn't feel right. My landlord won't allow a guy to stay h
"I want to talk to him. Only then can you stay here. It's nearly morning, and I have classes in a few hours. I need some rest," Irene spoke sternly, emphasising her point. If he insisted on being so stubborn, she wouldn't go easy on him. He could display his obstinacy elsewhere, not when she was in dire need of sleep. Otherwise, she would become nothing more than a sleep-deprived zombie. "Who gave you permission to use that tone with Cyril Myers?" Theodore clenched his teeth, shooting her an angry look. In truth, he wasn't truly angry with her stubborn behaviour; annoyance was a more accurate description. Nevertheless, he wanted to feign anger, just as she was attempting to project false confidence. Irene felt intimidated by his piercing green eyes, brimming with anger, and his furrowed brow, which lent him a menacing aura. It was becoming increasingly difficult for her to prevail in any argument within this room. "Furthermore, I have to work in a few hours. It would be best if we
"Irene?" Leo Jones called out, his voice filled with a mix of concern and frustration."Yes, Dad," Irene replied, her heart pounding in her chest as she stood before the Jones family. She felt a jumble of emotions, knowing that this encounter was not going to end well. The way her mother had sounded on the phone, so angry and disappointed, it was clear that trouble was brewing.Leo's question hung in the air, and Irene couldn't help but feel a sense of confusion. How was she supposed to answer? Everyone knew she had no relationship with Theodore Myers, let alone ever met him. The situation seemed absurd."He is my husband, that's all, Dad," Irene responded, her voice steady despite the anxiety that threatened to consume her. She didn't want to reveal the turmoil inside her, the fear that gripped her heart.Leo's voice rose, filled with anger and frustration. "I never said he's not your husband, you foolish girl! I'm asking what on earth you're doing, what kind of wife you are, when yo
Irene was taken aback by Misha's question, leaving her at a loss for words. The revelation that Misha knew about Cyril shocked her to the core. It just didn't seem right. Irene's relationship with Cyril was purely platonic, but he had shown signs of being a troubled individual with psychopathic tendencies.The thought of Cyril attempting to molest her and casually bragging about it in her own apartment sickened her. She couldn't confide in her own family about this; who would believe her? They would never fathom that someone from the esteemed Myers family could commit such heinous acts."Or maybe they'll be thrilled that, despite my plain appearance, I managed to attract someone from the Myers family," Irene pondered silently. She was relieved that her family remained unaware of her connection with Josh. However, doubts lingered in her mind. What if they already knew? That would not bode well for her and Josh. Although they weren't officially in a relationship, their actions suggested
The sudden commotion in the hall left everyone present feeling confused. Irene, engrossed in a heated conversation, was taken aback when she heard her name being called out."Cyril," Irene's eyes widened, her palms becoming sweaty as she laid eyes on him. She couldn't understand why he seemed so rushed."I asked you something, Irene. What the hell are you doing here?" Theodore walked closer, standing in front of Irene, disregarding the stares from the Jones family.The moment he learned that Irene was here, he abandoned all his work and hurried over, thinking she might want to discuss divorce. He was still furious about how she had brought up the topic in front of him, even if she wasn't serious. After all, he was her husband.Over the past three months, this husband of hers had been through so much. And then he discovered the closeness between his wife and Josh Crick. Secretary Albert had been keeping him updated on Irene's activities for the past three months. Albert was the only pe
Theodore steps came to a sudden halt, his gaze fixated on Misha, who had the audacity to stand in his way. A surge of anger coursed through him, igniting a desire to commit unspeakable acts right then and there.He didn't mind indulging in such dark thoughts, for he had always harboured a sinister inclination towards the entire Jones family. Well, everyone except Irene, that is.Daggers shot from Theodore's eyes, causing Misha to tremble under his murderous glare. "You dare?" he growled, his voice dripping with menace, sending shivers down the spines of everyone in the Jones family.Irene was taken aback by his behaviour. He had always been intimidating, but today he seemed to have crossed a line, toying with her emotions in the most terrifying way possible.Leo, sensing the danger, stepped in to shield Misha from Theodore's wrath. Fear gripped him as he witnessed the terrifying transformation of the man before him. He couldn't fathom how someone he once knew could exude such an aura
Theodore's eyes twitched upon hearing Irene's dismissive words, causing a surge of anger to course through him. Ignoring her indifference, he reached out and grasped her feet with his icy hands, sending a shiver down her spine and leaving her utterly shocked.An electric current seemed to surge through her body, yet she stubbornly refused to meet his gaze, unwilling to confront him. In a swift motion, he pulled her towards him by her feet, while his other hand provided support for her back, settling her onto his lap. The intoxicating scent of her body overwhelmed him, making her even more irresistible than she already was.Irene's breath hitched at his sudden action, her face buried in his broad, muscular chest, her senses filled with the alluring fragrance of his expensive cologne. His deep, commanding voice resonated in the air as he asked, "What were you saying before, sweetheart?" The weight of his presence made the atmosphere heavy and suffocating, making it difficult for Irene t
"Huh?" Irene was confused, unable to comprehend what he found romantic in any case. It was certainly beyond her understanding.There was nothing remotely romantic about this situation, which was quite perplexing. It seemed like he had some strange notion in his mind, making it impossible for him to grasp something as ordinary as this."I said this is so romantic, the way you challenge me. I would love to see how you handle challenges in bed though," Theodore deliberately commented, a mischievous glint in his eyes.Irene felt her cheeks flush at the sensation of his words, which were clearly evident."Drop the act. There is no romance here, and if you think I would ever be in your bed, you're delusional and daydreaming," Irene retorted, growing tired of his nonsensical and idiotic questions that made no sense to her."I believe you should never say never, especially when you have a handsome man like me. Men like me don't even spare a glance at ugly women like you," Theodore said, playf
"I hope you just disappear from my life before I need you to witness something," Irene said, wiping her tears with the sleeve of her dress while giving him a death glare."I don't know if wishes come true, but I swear Irene, this one is too good to be true. That much I know," Theodore replied, smiling at her.If Irene thinks she can escape from this situation, she must be lost in her own hallucinations. It seems like he wanted this, not her."I need to go. You've already wasted enough of my time," Irene answered, turning away and limping with pain in her feet. She had endured enough dragging and standing for her liking."Of course we've wasted time. I need to meet your friends too," Theodore replied, quickly following her and walking beside her."Huh?" Irene looked at him, confused. It was as if she had heard something wrong or her ears were playing tricks on her. This was too hellish to even imagine.She knew he was mentally unstable, but this was beyond her comprehension. He had no
Irene's mind buzzed with disbelief as he casually uttered those words, as if it wasn't the most shameless thing anyone could say.For him, it clearly didn't matter. He had the audacity to speak such words before her wedding day, a day that was supposed to be one of the happiest in her life. Which, It was not due to the whole Forced marriage thing. But to make it worse, his words would forever echo in her mind.And now he had the nerve to claim that he would leave her if she slept with him.What was the issue here? Irene felt completely unstable, unable to comprehend the situation.In one moment, he would call her ugly, and in the next, he would act crazy, showering her with unexpected kisses and talking about sleeping together.He made it sound like she was the ugliest woman alive on this planet, and she couldn't argue with that. After all, she was pale and plain-looking. But of course, that's all he saw.At least she wasn't ugly on the inside. The entire Jones family, including this C
Theodore Conscience sneered as he observed Irene, who appeared to be a complete mess compared to before when her mother was dragging her. Her face was flushed, and she struggled to catch her breath after the forceful kiss. Her lips were swollen and stained with her own blood, a sight that strangely appealed to Theodore."You look like a complete disaster now," Theodore commented softly, unsure if the words were his own. Irene's presence made it difficult for him to maintain control, as his desire surged within him."Why the hell did you have to kiss me? Don't you understand that I am married to your own brother?" Irene's eyes turned red as she blinked her eyelashes, attempting to meet his gaze. His green eyes showed no remorse, only a wicked intention that made it clear he didn't care about the consequences.Him kissing her? It was a trivial matter. With his looks, he could have any woman he desired, day and night. But Irene was different. She believed that certain intimate acts were
"Yes, my dear," Theodore whispered, his voice dripping with affection. "You exude such innocence and charm, regardless of what you may think of me and my brother. However, I must confess that I harbour some rather impure thoughts about you." Without hesitation, he withdrew his thumb from her delicate lips and replaced it with his warm, eager mouth.Irene was taken aback by the suddenness of the kiss, especially considering they were in the hospital hallway where anyone could stumble upon them. Even if no one were to witness their indiscretion, she couldn't fathom how he could dare to kiss her so brazenly. It was utterly absurd.She began to struggle, but Theodore's hand, firmly grasping her cheek, tightened its grip, causing her to gasp into his mouth. This gave him the opportunity to explore her mouth with his tongue, engaging in a passionate dance while his lips hungrily devoured hers."Mhmmm," Irene whimpered, her voice muffled by the forceful kiss. The roughness of it caused her t
Irene responded firmly, locking eyes with him as he gently held her cheek, his thumb caressing her lips."Is that so?" Theodore tried to suppress a smile, hearing her passionately defend him without even knowing what he looks like.He never regretted his decision, but he found himself enjoying this charade as Cyril more than he had anticipated. He rarely revealed his true identity, only doing so when necessary, while keeping his face hidden from the world.But with Irene, it felt like the right choice. He could see that she wasn't trying to win him over, despite knowing he was Cyril Myers. She had the opportunity to ask for numerous favors, yet she chose to defend her husband whom she had never met."Yes, I don't need any validation from you," Irene blinked, shrugging her shoulders to show that she didn't care about his opinion.Irene didn't know what her husband looked like or how terrible he could be because they had never met. However, she despised people who lacked empathy and made
Theodore questioned, taken aback by the fact that she was speaking. He knew she thought he hated her, but that was a different story for him. He hated all Jones, but Irene was a different case; things were just over the top for her.He had an overbearing nature. There was nothing to it, but with Irene, it was all the way."You already heard me, why do I need to repeat myself?" Irene's expressions turned sour as she questioned.She felt like whatever she said went above his head, and he cared less about what she was doing or saying, which was surely a thing."Don't be so hasty with things, it's not like I need to do something to shut your mouth, little one. Or do I?" Theodore started walking and got closer to her.He placed his hand on her soft cheek, rubbing his thumb on her pink, juicy lips. He couldn't forget how his first kiss tasted, having her as his first kiss.He was just over the moon to have her as his first kiss. It was replaying in his head again and again, like a tape recor
"Childhood friend," Irene replied. She didn't understand why he was so interested in her, but given her current situation, she knew it was better to comply with him.He was intimidating, and she could sense his power. There was no way she wanted to test him."Then why did you lie? If you came here for a friend, what is there to hide? Or are you having an extramarital affair?" Theodore asked, unable to comprehend why she would hide anything if she had come here for a friend.Anger surged through Theodore's veins at the thought of Irene having an affair. He couldn't understand why, but he didn't believe it. From the moment he first met her, when she denied him and claimed to be married, he had his doubts.Even though he was her own husband, he had encountered her under the guise of Cyril. And when he had asked to sleep with her, she had pushed him away. Of course, he had never intended to sleep with any woman, and it wasn't part of his plan. He simply wanted to gauge his replacement br
Irene's senses were instantly heightened when Theodore commanded everyone to leave. Within minutes, the hallway emptied, a clear indication that things were not going well for her. Helplessness washed over her as she took deep breaths, unsure of what to expect. The cold wind brushed against her, intensifying her awareness of the situation. Despite her best efforts to remain calm, the look Theodore gave her made it difficult."I'm going to ask you one last time," Theodore's face contorted as he spoke, "if you lied, I'm going to humiliate you right here in this hallway."Hearing the dangerous tone in his voice and seeing the emotionless expression on his face, which was different from his usual insulting demeanour, Irene instinctively took a few steps back. The fear she felt from his menacing presence was overwhelming, but his words were even more terrifying.He had the power to evoke a myriad of emotions within her, leaving her frozen in place. Though every fibre of her being screamed