66|Our Big Day

[Camari]

I took a deep breath and let it out slowly. Everyone had left my unit, and I was alone, staring at the city night view through my bedroom window. Grandpa invited my parents to stay at his house until the wedding day.

I was out of my mind. I agreed to marry Otis, knowing he was full of past wounds. He must be furious with me. I should be on his, not our parents' side, especially since he had a complicated relationship with his father.

But I was blinded when Grandpa promised he would recognize him as a son if he would marry me. It was something he had been looking forward to for a long time. Otis was generous to me and helped me when I was down. I was delighted that I wanted to repay his kindness by marrying him.

Although it wasn't in my plans, I changed my mind. Bella had gone too far. I should take back everything she took from me. No. Farrell wasn't in it. I was aiming for Mrs. Haworth's position.

“Good morning, Nicole,” I greeted as I accepted her helmet.

“Good morning, Mis