20. Getting Married

BELLATRIX...

"What is this?" I asked, a strange knot forming in my belly.

"Wedding ring. Try it and see if it suits you," he replied.

"Wedding ring..." I murmured, feeling a sudden heaviness in my heart, "Is it necessary?" I asked.

"Hmm, it's one of the basics to make this marriage look authentic."

He is right, the contract remains between us only. Therefore, I agreed and looked at the beautiful ring. Undoubtedly, the ring holds an outstanding design, not to mention it's a diamond.

"It looks expensive, and I don't think that is necessary in this contract marriage."

His gaze met mine, the beautiful shade of green was cold as usual. He was silent for a moment and then said, "Fooling others would be easy, but not Grandpa. I assume you know him already, so you might as well be aware of his values, and I don't want to take a risk," he stated calmly yet sternly.

Once again, I was left wordless because he was right. Grandpa Gregory is one of the powerful and respected businessmen in the coun