OWEN'S POVI stood before my father, frozen by his question. Why? Why what? He had that grim and disappointed expression that I always feared and I felt my heart pounding with ferocity in my chest as I finally opened my mouth to speak. “Why what, father?" I asked, surprised that my voice didn't crack or tremble because I could feel myself shaking. He stared at me for a while and then suddenly his face burst into a smile and he came to me as he hugged me tightly. Okay, what? I stood there awkwardly as he hugged me, my heart still pounding loudly in my chest and when he pulled away, he looked at me in amusement and I smiled awkwardly. “Why is your heart beating so fast?” He asked and I shrugged as I scratched my neck awkwardly. “You asked me why… why what?” I asked again and he just smiled and went to sit as he poured himself a glass of whiskey. “Why didn't you bring her home all these while? You just had to make me act against my will. You don't know how happy you've made me today.
CHARLOTTE'S POVI laid on the bed, staring at the ceiling as questions upon questions popped into my head. How did I get here? Rose hasn't come to visit me for the past two weeks, I haven't seen Owen since the day he stood outside my door. What did I do wrong?I stared at the bowl of ice cream on the table stand and I sighed. He had fulfilled his end of the contract and given me everything I needed. A thought dropped into my mind and I sat up immediately. He has done everything I asked for… but what have I done for him? He paid my debts, allowed me the freedom I needed but unfortunately I'm an introvert and I have nowhere to go, I receive a bowl of ice cream everyday just like I asked. But I've never done anything for him. Nothing at all. Isn't that unfair?Just as I was thinking of what to do for him, someone knocked rhythmically on my door and I knew it was Catherine. She came to visit me every now and then and always made sure that I was never too bored or lonely.I jumped off the
OWEN'S POVEthan stood before me as I cross-checked the pile of papers on my desk. I haven't eaten or slept well in the last two weeks and I know it bothered him but I didn't care. Staying away from home and avoiding seeing her at all costs was the best option I had.“Sir…” He started and I hummed for him to go on without looking at him. “You haven't gone home in weeks now and you look…exhausted. You need rest sir. And you also need to check up on you wife-”“She's not my wife, Ethan. We're only bound together by a contract, nothing else. And I'm fine. You don't get to tell me what to do.” I said as I looked up at him.“But Sir-” He was about to speak again when I glared at him and he shut up instantly. “You can go Ethan. When I need you, I'll call for you.” He looked at me with worry but left anyway and I continued working, ignoring the intense migraine in my head and the grumbling of my stomach.A few minutes later, I heard Ethan's voice and another lady's voice and I frowned as the
CHARLOTTE'S POVI wiped my tears that won't stop falling as the driver drove me home. I suddenly wished I never had that idea in the first place. But why did it taste that bad? It tasted amazing when I tried it at home. What could have gone wrong?I sighed as I ran my hand through my hair. I needed to talk to Rose so I told the driver to change directions and head for Rose's house instead. I should have gone to see her when she didn't come to see me. I am a bad friend indeed.We arrived in less than an hour and I saw her sitting at the entrance, a bright smile on her face as she fed her puppy. I got out of the car and walked up to her and when she saw me, her smile dissipated.“Charlotte…” She said quietly, “What brings you to my home today?” She asked and I raised a brow at her as Rain, her puppy ran towards me and I picked him up happily.“Is it a sin to visit my best friend even when she's forgotten about me?” I asked and she scoffed as she walked inside and I followed her, a feeli
OWEN'S POVI glanced at the clock impatiently as I twirled around in my chair. I clearly asked her to be here as early as 8 am, it's past 10 already and she's still not here. Is she mad at me for what happened yesterday? That was clearly not my fault!I called for Ethan only to find out he didn't show up at work today. That's new, he's never been absent without my permission before. I sighed in frustration as Caleb walked into the office with a tired expression.“You look like a disaster.” I said and he chuckled. “You look worse.” He replied and I smiled at him. He looked around and then looked at me in confusion.“Where's Charlotte? I thought you guys were heading to the registry today.” He said and I glanced at the clock again. “As you can see, she isn't here. She was the one who wanted to get married but she clearly isn't ready for anything!” I said as anger bubbled within my chest. I was close to losing it.Caleb noticed and stood up as he calmed me down. “Maybe she's still mad a
CHARLOTTE'S POV“Caleb? You mean Owen's cousin?” I asked and Beatrice nodded. “He said he's here to take you to Owen.” We have never talked before, this is definitely gonna be awkward.“Thank you so much, I'll go to him now. And please don't feel guilty or apologize for anything. You were simply obeying orders.” I smiled and she smiled back as she walked away and I picked up my purse as I walked outside.Indeed, Caleb was standing by a car that was probably his and when he saw me, he bowed as he extended a hand to me. I was caught by surprise and after a moment of hesitation, I placed my hands in his.“Oh my lady of radiant beauty. What fortune have I stumbled upon to be able to hold thy hand?” He said in a funny British accent and I laughed at how dramatic he was. I curtsied as well as I tried to copy his accent.“Probably a fortune of a lifetime, oh handsome man of valor.” I said and laughed and he joined me as well. “I don't think I've introduced myself to you before. I'm Caleb, yo
OWEN'S POVShe linked her arms with mine and I just couldn't stay mad at her for a second. She looked so happy and innocent beside me and I knew deep within me that divorcing her would be a very hard decision to make. I just couldn't help but fall in love with her. I spotted the rare gem on her neck and instantly knew that father got it for her. She deserved more than this anyway, and I'll definitely get her something more priceless. As we walked past my employees, we were welcomed with looks of surprise and shock. Not that I can blame them, I never imagined I'd have a lady hold my hand like this either.She noticed and instead of pulling her hand away, she rested her head on my arm as she smiled sweetly and I felt my heart flip multiple times. She would definitely be the death of me. “So, we're getting married officially right?” She asked and I nodded. “Are there gonna be wedding rings? Because these ones on our fingers are engagement rings and not proper wedding rings right?” She
OWEN'S POV“Father-” I started but he silenced me immediately with a glare and I immediately kept shut. This is gonna be a long talk.“Where have you been since the last two weeks?” He asked and as I opened my mouth to answer, he cut me short with a tsk.“I don't know why you always choose to be so irresponsible! You brought a girl home, fine. But you abandoned like she was some kind of home property! Didn't you try to consider her feelings!? Do you know what she's been going through because you weren't home?” He yelled in his hoarse tone and I could feel my legs trembling.“Father, it was not my fault-”“Then whose fault is it? Mine!? Listen, I don't care what you and your mother already decided on, but I won't let you leave Charlotte for anybody else! Especially not Catherine!” He said and I scoffed in disbelief.“Father, I hate Catherine. I've never had it in mind to marry Catherine. Moreover, Charlotte and I officially got married today. So please calm down father.” I said with a