Zuriel POV Sipping on the champagne, I checked the time again. She should be here any minute and that's when I saw her approaching us. To say I was stunned would be an understatement, I was gob smacked.I never expected her to look so... different. If I say I wasn't turned on I would be lying. This Brielle was completely different than the one I married. She completely stunned me.The dress she was wearing wasn't the most extraordinary dress I've ever seen but it suited her perfectly, showing right amount of curves, especially her long leg. I wonder how would her legs feel wrapped around my waist. My thoughts made me feel uncomfortable and I took a generous amount of champagne.She just made this night a whole lot worse than I actually planned to. What surprised me that even with her bold appearance, she was colouring deep root red with everyone's eyes on her. My guess is that no idiot ever told her how beautiful she actually is.She was still standing uncomfortably as we all took in
"Why?" She stuttered."Because you won't be able to eat. Right sweetheart?" Julienne said as she leaned closer and placed a seductive kiss on my cheek, lingering for a bit longer."Well, I don't care." She said dryly, looking away.I was surprised by the tone she was using. She is normally soft-spoken or that's what I think."Okay, number four for this lady please," Julienne said with a sweet smile before I could stop her from ordering. The waiter flustered and then noted down."So Zuriel how's Brielle as a wife?" Emma asked me ridiculously batting her eyes.I heard Samuel groan and I don't blame him since all we were doing was talking about her."There's a room for improvement," I replied bluntly, it's true though she could improve.She glared at me and I smirked. I'm sure she is using all kinds of 'sweet' words for me. Before she could say anything the waiters arrived with our meals. They placed in front of us and Samuel told them to refill everyone's flutes. I took a look at her pl
Brielle POVI knew something was off tonight, that's why I didn't wanted to go at all in the first place. How stupid of me to think nothing would happen tonight. From the moment he invited me I knew it. And yet I trusted him like a fool. I never ever felt so humiliated in my entire life. I agree I am not as rich as they were but that didn't mean they had to make me feel like trash.'I had it coming.' I felt like laughing but ended up crying more.I kicked an empty trash on the road furiously. I felt pathetic crying my eyes out for people like them. Ever since I left from there I kept thinking that why is god so kind to people like them? Why did he had to blessed them with so much money but didn't even bless them with a soul.Am I that pathetic that they had to insult me?Is my fault that is decided to marry him to save my dad's company for which he worked so hard for.Or was it my fault to believe maybe he is different. I really thought maybe he is hiding himself from the others. Mayb
Shit.I chose to ignore it. What if he tried something else? I don't even have my pepper spray with me and there wasn't even any houses around I could ask for help. I started to pick up the pace."I will pay you twice.""Get lost." I managed to say between my clattering teeth."Okay I will pay you thrice." This sentence made me rile up. I turned around and the driver stopped the car immediately."Listen you desperate prick... just go away." I cut my sentence when I realised it was Zuriel's friend, Samuel, who was grinning at meHe leaned over the passenger side and opened the door. He gestured me to sit inside. I stared at him not knowing what to do. He is after all his friend that I barely know but looking at the situation I was in I couldn't decline either. There was no sign of any other transportation."Thank you but I will manage." I replied him politely.He laughed at me loudly. What the hell? My deathly glare managed to stop him laughing."He is right. You are stubborn, even in
I went upstairs, not caring how awkward it must be for the two. As I was about to enter my room, I saw my reflection in one of the mirrors and grimaced at myself. I look like shit. No kidding, I had panda eyes from all the crying and my hair was fuzzy. I have to give credit to Samuel for not saying anything. I quickly took a shower and joined them. Surprisingly, Samuel and Analia were getting along perfectly. After some time, Samuel decided to go home."Isn't he just beautiful?" Analia muttered dreamily when he left, and I just laughed.She asked me about my night, and I told her everything. We never hid anything from each other back there in high school, so why now? Let's say she didn't take it in a good way. It took me one hour to explain that I was really fine and to make her get rid of the baseball she had in her hands.As I rested on my bed, I couldn't help but think about what Samuel told me. He said he had been through a lot, and I could tell by the way he would switch his mood
As soon as we came out of my car, I helped him to get inside the mansion.He can't even walk properly in his drunken state, so, after a debate with myself,I've decided to drop him off towards his room.It will be the very first time for me to go to my husband's room. We've already loved in separate bedrooms as this marriage is nothing but a contract which was destined to end after 19 months.I just don't know what happened to me, but this thought makes my chest squeeze, making me feel so uncomfortable aroundI was supposed to be very happy that, finally, I would be able to get freedom from him after 19 months, but then also, my heart was so hurting with this thought of leaving him.My feet involuntarily moved with his. He led me into his room and shut the door behind me.If you thought his living room was cool, wait till you see his bedroom. In the middle, there was the biggest size bed I've ever seen in my entire life. Adorned with black and grey sheets and cushions, There were few b
"In the kitchen, downstairs," I said loudly, letting her know where I was.It took her five minutes to find the kitchen, and by that time, I was making coffee for myself. I took a long look at her appearance, and I busied myself so I wouldn't get caught staring at her. Her dress was riled up to her thighs, offering me a view I could enjoy all day. Her hair was open and all messed up, giving her a sexy morning look. How strange is it for her to be in my place looking like she has just been fucked up without us even doing it? The icy blue eyes were staring at me in shock."Morning." I greeted her softly.She gently smiled at me first, and then her smile turned into a scowl, as if she remembered what I did to her, and she glared at me deathly. Her face was set in a frown as she looked around for an exit, I suppose. I knew I quickly had to do something, otherwise she would never forgive me and the guilt would eat me alive."Let me explain... please."Her face was deadpanned but she made n
"Bad enough to live with you even after you scared the hell out of me." She smiled, but it didn't quite reach her eyes."Do I scare you, Brielle?" I asked her, momentarily stunned. I know I can be intimidating sometimes."A bit."I can't do this. I can't take advantage of her weakness.Do you want the money and investment? You don't have to work for me. I can help you. " I offered herShe looked surprised for a minute but then resumed eating the ice cream."Thank you but no thank you." I'd rather pay back myself. I don't need any more favors. "Jesus, she is so stubborn."I mean it, Emberly." You don't have to pay me back immediately. Take your time. " I tried once more."Am I that bad? I will try my best. " Her voice was so low, almost a whisper.I sighed deeply, feeling pity for her.Pride and stubbornness are her dangerous qualities."So how are we going to make this work?"What was it about her that compelled me to learn more about her?"I don't know. You are perfectly fine when y