Chapter 18(Cheeseburgers) Hazel's Point Of View: âLook! There's a restaurant there, let's go for a meal.â I suggested, trying to make him not notice the fact that I actually held tight to the mysteriouswoman's words. He snapped, âsure, sure.". We entered the restaurant and sat at a random table. We ordered cheeseburgers and as soon as the waitress left, I initiated a conversation between Alex and I. âI really find it hard to trust you. Each time I trust you, I'll see some red flags, telling me not to. I really am torn in between. I don't know what to do anymore.â I whispered, fighting back my sudden tears. âYou can absolutely trust me. We're friends right? These are just phases which we'll overcome together. We're great together. Look, we both crave revenge. Our enemies are just jealous that we're together.â He responded. "Why would you want me to believe you when I barely trust you. You call us friends but friends do not sell themselves out, do they? Friends have each other's
Chapter 19(married to Alexander Bluemoon) Hazel's Point Of View: Alex walked into the room with a smile on his face. His company just threw an insanely big party which went on all night. And to make matters more fun, it was a freaking rooftop party! I took off my heels. He knelt before me and did it for me slowly. âOh. My. God! That was so fun and wild! I didn't know how I managed to control myself and not take alcohol.â. He smiled, âI'm so proud of myself too! Well then, we can discuss. I have something to discuss with you.â. "What's that?âI groaned, trying not to sleep as he positioned me properly on the bed. âWell, IâŚ.. wait a minute, I'll be back.â He spoke, leaving the room. He came back with some papers in his hand and handed it to me. I held the papers in my hand, holding them over my face. I sprang out of bed immediately. âWhat?!" I exclaimed, my eyes widening. âWhat?" He asked. âA contract marriage?!!" I exclaimed again. âYes, a contract marriage, is there anythin
Chapter 20(Damian's return) Hazel's Point Of View: He fell onto his knees, âPlease come back to me, Hazel. We are mates, remember?â He pleaded, grabbing the hem of my skirt. I smirked as his stupid voice reverberated through the room. âNot anymore. I found my mister perfect." I whispered, turning to leave as I snatched my skirt away from him. Look who's begging for love now? Look who's on his knees now? Look who's at the brim of tears now? That's right, Damian fucking Dusk. âAre you really doing this to me, Hazel!" His voice broke. I laughed, turning to him, "Yes, I am, Damian. You had something of value but you smashed it. You smashed a diamond and went for steel. Not all the glitters is gold, Damian.â I growled. He stood, âI love you.âhe whispered. Like that, I felt my knees become numb. I couldn't find my tongue, or find my previous courage. âThose were the days when Damian was still Damian. Please return to the pack safely now before my man finds you, you'll be dead meat
Chapter 21(the party)Hazel's Point Of View:"No," I replied, "Let's stay. Don't let me be a fun killer. Let's keep the party going. besides, the party was quite fun." I added."oh. I'm glad you finally got along well." he replied, giving me his killer smile.We headed back to the party. He wanted to stay and promised to stay by my side all night, he promised to never leave me.I saw Shimmer and Rachel sitting at a table and I pointed at them. "Let's go sit with them, right there." I suggested. He nodded, taking me through the crowd of people dancing to the hard music.1We sat with them on the table."Hey, you're back like you promised." Rachel spoke.I nodded, smiling. "Yeah, now let's have that drink!" I screamed.She distributed the shot glasses and poured in some champagne for us. We all drowned our shots.I sighed in relief, "Ah. alcohol tastes better when you haven't had it in a long time." I chuckled, stretching out my shot glass for another shot. That was when I noticed Alex
Chapter 22(Tension and confrontation)Alex's Point Of View:I laughed, "Oh come on.â.My phone rang and I picked it to see who it was. It was Dylan, I answered the call.âHey." Dylan's voice blasted out immediately I answered the call, his voice filled with panic.âOh. Hey,Dylan. Sup.â I said, smiling.âThe don⌠HeâŚ.. he's DEAD! He was murdered!â Dylan shouted, his voice breaking.My smile immediately melted away as the phone slipped away from his grip, falling to the floor.âWhat's wrong?" Hazel asked, immediately standing. I didn't reply, I was still trying to process everything.Shimmer stood also, holding me by my shoulder, âWhat's going on?" She asked, worry lingering in her eyes.Rachel just sat there, staring at us. âThe Don is dead." I whispered.Hazel denied, "TheâŚâŚdon? What?!! That's not possi-â,I chipped in, "He was murdered.âI whispered."This must be a joke. No one can murder such man. No, no, they must be playing games with you. I think you should wait and see yourself
Chapter 23(Shimmer's past secrets)Hazel's Point Of View:I returned into the hotel where the party was being held. I went to the deejay, turned off the music and grabbed a microphone.âThis party has come to an end. Kindly leave immediately.âI announced. They all groaned before some if them left one after the other, guiding the drunk ones out.Shimmer walked up to me. âHey. Why did you just kill the fun, huh?" She asked, smiling.Only if she knew I wasn't in for her jokes this time. âSorry about that. I just need to coordinate MY party but since I'm leaving now, everyone needs to or it will go on the whole night with the way things are going.â I replied."Oh. I can't actually believe you are Alex's wife, however I'm happy for you both. He finally found his partner even though it's obvious it's a CONTRACT.â She responded, forcing a smile. I raised my gaze further, feeling anger build up in me.âUhhâŚwhat's that supposed to mean?âI asked, laughing for a split second to cover my anger.
Chapter 23(Heartbroken) Hazel's Point Of View: She let out a sigh, âNo, I can't. Goodbye. My regards to Alexander." She said, immediately walking away. My nails dug into my palm as I stood, angered. âShit!" I mumbled before grabbing my bag and leaving immediately. I waited in the living room for Alex to return, after I changed into my silk nightgown. He finally arrived home, he didn't even bother sparing me two glances, he just moved along. I immediately stood, taking slow steps towards him. Who is she?â I asked. He halted, sighing but continued walking away He didn't really care, did he? He knew the truth and he wasn't willing to let me know. Just what do I even mean to him? I pulled him back, fighting my tears as I yelled âI said who is she?!". "Who? Who the fuck are you fucking ranting about?! Hazel! Shut the fuck up and get the fuck! I'm trying to calm myself, don't get on my nerves. Do not! Don't fucking dare me or I swear to God I willâŚ..âHe yelled, veins popping up on
Chapter 24(where is Alex)Hazel's Point Of View:He didn't reply to me, he only grabbed his coat from the hanger and left the house, slamming the door. Well, that confirmed his words. I meant nothing to him.I locked the door and went up the stairs to my room, burying my head in the fluffy sheets while I begged myself not to overthink it. We were only contracted couples, right?âOh, finally. You learned your actual worth." I heard a lady's voice. I immediately rose up, only to see the same Mysterious lady who appeared before us after the meal at the restaurant.âWhat do you want? Who are you? How did you get in?!" I asked.She chuckled, "As naive as I thought huh? Try exceeding my expectations darling.â."Who are you? I repeat, how the fuck did you get in?!â."Do you ask the shadow how it got in? I'm Camilla. I know you haven't heard my name yet but I've always been there watching you your whole life, just like your shadow. I got rid of Zara's pregnancy, you're welcome, you owe me one