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CHAPTER 8: You don't care
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2025-03-28 02:02:55
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Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 9: See you soon, husband
CHAPTER 9Jason’s POV"I didn't invite you here," I said, striding toward the kitchen, my patience already wearing thin.Diana followed me, her heels clicking against the floor. "I called you several times, but you didn’t pick up," she whined. "Since you were ignoring me, I figured I’d surprise you."I scoffed, pulling open the fridge and grabbing a bottle of water. "A surprise? Or an ambush?" I twisted off the cap and took a sip, ignoring the way she was eyeing me like we were still something."This place hasn't changed a bit," she murmured, running her fingers over the edge of the couch. Then her gaze settled on me, her eyes softening. "It still feels like home."I clenched my jaw. "That’s funny, because you lost the right to call this place home a long time ago."Her expression faltered for a second before she plastered on a smile. "Jason, come on," she purred, taking a slow step toward me. "Don’t be like that.""Don't come closer," I warned, my voice low.She paused, pouting. "Why
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-28Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 10: Protect me from what?
CHAPTER 10“Auntie!” I gasped, stopping in my tracks as I stepped into Grandma’s hospital room. My heart thumped hard against my chest. I hadn’t expected to see my late father’s sister here—she rarely visited.She turned, offering me a small, strained smile. “Yes, dear. I was going to call you,” she said, opening her arms. “Come here.”I hesitated for a fraction of a second before stepping into her embrace. Her familiar scent—something like lavender and old books—wrapped around me, but there was a stiffness in her hold that didn’t go unnoticed.Pulling away, I turned to Grandma, whose wrinkled yet warm face softened when she saw me. “Grandma,” I breathed, bending to hug her frail frame. Her hands trembled slightly as she patted my back.“You two were talking before I came in,” I said, straightening up. My eyes flicked between them, catching the unspoken exchange between them. “What was it about?”“It was nothing,” Auntie said quickly, but the way she averted her gaze told me otherwise
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-28Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 11: Meeting Jason's Parents
Jason led me into the house, his hand resting lightly on my lower back. I tried not to stiffen under his touch, but my heart was already racing. The place was massive—polished floors, gold chandeliers, and expensive artwork hanging on the walls. It screamed wealth and power, making me feel like an outsider."Relax," Jason murmured close to my ear, his voice low and smooth. "Just follow my lead."Easier said than done.We stepped into the dining room, and I instantly felt the weight of their stares. His mother, a striking woman with cold, piercing eyes, sat at the head of the table. She barely masked her disapproval as her gaze swept over me. Jason’s father, broad-shouldered with a commanding presence, observed me with quiet calculation.Jason pulled out a chair for me, his fingers brushing against mine as I sat down. I tried not to react, but the warmth of his touch lingered."Mother, Father," Jason said, his voice calm but firm. "Meet my wife, Nelly."I forced a polite smile. The wor
Huling Na-update : 2025-03-28Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 12:THE RULES OF US
The cool breeze slipped through the open car window, brushing gently across my face as we drove down the quiet road. I leaned back into the seat, resting my head on the headrest, letting my eyes flutter shut for a moment.But I couldn’t escape my thoughts.His parents clearly didn’t approve of me. That much was obvious from the moment I stepped into their house. His mother looked at me like I was dirt on her designer shoes. His father didn’t say much, but the look in his eyes spoke volumes—he didn’t think I belonged.They probably had high hopes for that other woman Jason refused to marry. The one with the rich family and polished manners. Someone from their world.But if she’s such a perfect match, then why was Jason so against marrying her?I hesitated before speaking, afraid of overstepping. But I needed to know.“Your parents…” I said softly, glancing at him. “They don’t like me.”Jason didn’t even look at me. His eyes stayed fixed on the road. “Don’t worry about that.”My chest t
Huling Na-update : 2025-04-08Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 13: Private personal assistant
JASON’S POVAm I being too hard on her? On myself?I leaned back in my office chair, staring at the ceiling like it held the answers. My mind was a mess—no structure, no calm. Just thoughts spinning, tugging me in a dozen directions.What did Nelly say that day again? Something about my mom warning her. I didn’t even let her finish before brushing her off.God. I should’ve listened.She looked hurt. No, more than hurt—disappointed. I hate that I caused that.And yet, every time I feel something real between us, every time I get too close, my mind drags me back to the past like chains around my neck.I can’t risk it again. That’s why I gave her those damn rules. I had to set boundaries. Protect both of us.But maybe I went too far.Snap! Snap!"Hey, Kobo for your thoughts, man?" Dave waved his fingers in front of my face before crashing into the chair opposite me.I gave him a side-eye. "Must you snap like that?""You were zoning out like a ghost," he grinned. "I thought you'd left thi
Huling Na-update : 2025-04-09Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 14:Relax, Mr. CEO
Nelly's POVI watched him as he ate.The flickering chandelier light danced across Jason’s face, softening his usual sharp features. He didn’t speak much, but he kept reaching for more, tasting every dish like it was some gourmet feast.The silence wasn’t awkward—it was calming. Comfortable.A part of me couldn’t believe I made him a meal. A whole spread, actually. And he was enjoying it.I took a bite of the pepperoni pizza and let the crispy crust and gooey cheese distract me for a moment. My eyes kept drifting back to him though, and before I realized it, I was studying him again.He looked relaxed now—so different from the cold CEO I’d been dealing with lately. His tie was loosened, his sleeves rolled up, and his hair had that messy, just-showered look that made him even more distracting.But
Huling Na-update : 2025-04-09Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 15:What are you doing here, Lowlife.
Nelly’s POV“Gregg… Gregg… Gregg…”That damn alarm again. I groaned, reaching blindly for the clock on the nightstand and smacking it silent."Why did I even forget to turn it off? Or maybe I should just throw the damn thing away," I muttered, dragging myself out of the cozy bed. I hadn’t needed an alarm since moving in here. No more running to the restaurant. No more brothel. Just this quiet house, this new life that still felt too shiny to touch.I freshened up, fixed the bed, and took a slow walk around the room—my room.It was beautiful. Creamy walls. Huge windows that poured in sunlight like a blessing. A bed big enough for four Emilys. A bookshelf full of books Jason probably hadn’t touched. A vanity that looked like it belonged to a Hollywood starlet.Everything screamed money, class, and comfort.And for a second, I just stood there… soaking it in."This can't be my life," I whispered.But it was.I pulled my thoughts together and made my way to the kitchen. Maybe I’d cook br
Huling Na-update : 2025-04-09Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 16:You married me, for convenience!
Nelly’s POVThe clock ticked louder than usual. I sat on the edge of the couch, arms wrapped tightly around my knees. The breakfast I made had gone cold hours ago, untouched. I didn’t even have the strength to clear it from the table.All I could think about was her—Diana.Her smug face. Her words.And Jason… walking out like I didn’t deserve answers.I waited.And waited.The sky turned orange, then grey.And finally, the door creaked open.Jason stepped in, loosening his tie like nothing had happened. He paused when he saw me sitting there, arms still folded, eyes locked on him like fire."You’re back," I said flatly.He gave a nod, ran a hand through his hair, and dropped his keys on the counter. "Yeah."“Do you have
Huling Na-update : 2025-04-09
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Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 20:Cat got your tongue?
NELLY'S POVSome questions aren’t meant to be answered—especially when the answer rips open a wound you’ve spent your whole life pretending didn’t exist.“Where are your parents?”The question hit me like a slap. Mr. Wilson’s voice was calm, almost casual, but his eyes? They were drilling holes straight through me.I froze, my hand clenching around my fork under the table. I blinked at the food on my plate but suddenly couldn’t tell rice from vegetables.“My parents…” I began, but my voice trailed off, thin and shaky.From across the table, Diana snorted. “Cat got your tongue?” Her voice was sweet poison. “He asked about your parents, dear. Or don’t you have any?”I swallowed hard, forcing down the lump rising in my throat.“I… I lost them when I was little,” I finally said, staring down at my plate. “Raised by my grandparents.”Silence.Not even the clink of a spoon.I hated talking about this—because how do you explain missing people you never really knew? My memories were made up o
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 19:Enjoy the spotlight while you can
Nelly’s POVI don’t know why my stomach won’t stop churning.The mansion stood tall and intimidating under the evening sky, its perfectly trimmed hedges and glowing windows a reminder that I didn’t belong here. Not really. Not in their world of luxury, old money, and sharp tongues hidden behind polite smiles.Jason parked the car, killing the engine in silence. For a moment, neither of us moved. The tension had followed us from the apartment, clinging to the air like perfume.He finally looked at me. “You okay?”I forced a smile. “I’m fine.”That was a lie.I wasn’t fine.Not with the knot twisting in my chest, or the pit in my stomach that told me tonight wasn’t just a dinner—it was a test.He reached out and gently tucked a strand of hair behind my ear, his fingers lingering on my cheek for a beat longer than necessary.“We go in together,” he said firmly.I nodded. “Together.”We walked up to the front door, my heels clicking softly on the marble steps. When it opened, I was met wi
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 18:Your husband's doing
Nelly's POVTWO DAYS LATERThe last two days had been peaceful—no drama, no awkward silences. Just soft mornings, warm dinners, and shared looks across the table that made my heart flutter. But tonight? Tonight would be different.We were heading to dinner at Jason’s parents’ place.I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my dress for the hundredth time. Not too flashy, not too plain. Just the right amount of “fake wife” mixed with “respectable daughter-in-law.”“Nelly!” Jason’s voice echoed from downstairs.“Coming!” I called back, grabbing my handbag and hurrying out.When I reached the living room, he was already by the door, keys in hand. He didn’t even look at me.“You took long enough,” he muttered, turning the knob.My smile dropped. A compliment would’ve been nice. Hell, even a smirk. But no, classic Jason—cool and distant.Still, I followed him out. The evening air brushed against my skin as we stepped into the car. I couldn’t help sneaking glances at him while he drove. T
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 17: Shirtless. Barefooted.
Nelly’s POVThe faint clatter of pans woke me.At first, I thought it was a dream—one of those soft, fleeting ones you don’t want to end. But the scent of something buttery and warm floated down the hallway, and I realized it was real.I rubbed my eyes, wrapped my robe tighter, and padded out of the room.The apartment was quiet, hushed like the early moments before a city fully wakes up. Sunlight streamed through the blinds, casting gold stripes across the walls. I followed the smell toward the kitchen, heart thudding—half from curiosity, half from last night’s still-lingering emotions.Jason was there.Shirtless. Barefoot. Frying eggs.I stopped at the entrance, my fingers gripping the edge of the doorway. He hadn’t noticed me yet.His back was to me, muscles shifting with every movement, and his hair was tousled—like he’d run his hands through it a thousand times overnight. There was a tiredness in the slope of his shoulders, but his movements were careful, almost... thoughtful.He
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 16:You married me, for convenience!
Nelly’s POVThe clock ticked louder than usual. I sat on the edge of the couch, arms wrapped tightly around my knees. The breakfast I made had gone cold hours ago, untouched. I didn’t even have the strength to clear it from the table.All I could think about was her—Diana.Her smug face. Her words.And Jason… walking out like I didn’t deserve answers.I waited.And waited.The sky turned orange, then grey.And finally, the door creaked open.Jason stepped in, loosening his tie like nothing had happened. He paused when he saw me sitting there, arms still folded, eyes locked on him like fire."You’re back," I said flatly.He gave a nod, ran a hand through his hair, and dropped his keys on the counter. "Yeah."“Do you have
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 15:What are you doing here, Lowlife.
Nelly’s POV“Gregg… Gregg… Gregg…”That damn alarm again. I groaned, reaching blindly for the clock on the nightstand and smacking it silent."Why did I even forget to turn it off? Or maybe I should just throw the damn thing away," I muttered, dragging myself out of the cozy bed. I hadn’t needed an alarm since moving in here. No more running to the restaurant. No more brothel. Just this quiet house, this new life that still felt too shiny to touch.I freshened up, fixed the bed, and took a slow walk around the room—my room.It was beautiful. Creamy walls. Huge windows that poured in sunlight like a blessing. A bed big enough for four Emilys. A bookshelf full of books Jason probably hadn’t touched. A vanity that looked like it belonged to a Hollywood starlet.Everything screamed money, class, and comfort.And for a second, I just stood there… soaking it in."This can't be my life," I whispered.But it was.I pulled my thoughts together and made my way to the kitchen. Maybe I’d cook br
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 14:Relax, Mr. CEO
Nelly's POVI watched him as he ate.The flickering chandelier light danced across Jason’s face, softening his usual sharp features. He didn’t speak much, but he kept reaching for more, tasting every dish like it was some gourmet feast.The silence wasn’t awkward—it was calming. Comfortable.A part of me couldn’t believe I made him a meal. A whole spread, actually. And he was enjoying it.I took a bite of the pepperoni pizza and let the crispy crust and gooey cheese distract me for a moment. My eyes kept drifting back to him though, and before I realized it, I was studying him again.He looked relaxed now—so different from the cold CEO I’d been dealing with lately. His tie was loosened, his sleeves rolled up, and his hair had that messy, just-showered look that made him even more distracting.But
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 13: Private personal assistant
JASON’S POVAm I being too hard on her? On myself?I leaned back in my office chair, staring at the ceiling like it held the answers. My mind was a mess—no structure, no calm. Just thoughts spinning, tugging me in a dozen directions.What did Nelly say that day again? Something about my mom warning her. I didn’t even let her finish before brushing her off.God. I should’ve listened.She looked hurt. No, more than hurt—disappointed. I hate that I caused that.And yet, every time I feel something real between us, every time I get too close, my mind drags me back to the past like chains around my neck.I can’t risk it again. That’s why I gave her those damn rules. I had to set boundaries. Protect both of us.But maybe I went too far.Snap! Snap!"Hey, Kobo for your thoughts, man?" Dave waved his fingers in front of my face before crashing into the chair opposite me.I gave him a side-eye. "Must you snap like that?""You were zoning out like a ghost," he grinned. "I thought you'd left thi
Marriage of Convenience and nothing more CHAPTER 12:THE RULES OF US
The cool breeze slipped through the open car window, brushing gently across my face as we drove down the quiet road. I leaned back into the seat, resting my head on the headrest, letting my eyes flutter shut for a moment.But I couldn’t escape my thoughts.His parents clearly didn’t approve of me. That much was obvious from the moment I stepped into their house. His mother looked at me like I was dirt on her designer shoes. His father didn’t say much, but the look in his eyes spoke volumes—he didn’t think I belonged.They probably had high hopes for that other woman Jason refused to marry. The one with the rich family and polished manners. Someone from their world.But if she’s such a perfect match, then why was Jason so against marrying her?I hesitated before speaking, afraid of overstepping. But I needed to know.“Your parents…” I said softly, glancing at him. “They don’t like me.”Jason didn’t even look at me. His eyes stayed fixed on the road. “Don’t worry about that.”My chest t
