Betrayed by her lover on the day of their wedding, as a form of revenge she kisses a mysterious man in front of her former love. Robin Heymers is a young, independent woman working towards building her business. But all comes crashing down when a scandal about her and a rich CEO by the name of Ethan Acres, makes its way to the media. Being the cause of the scandal she is cornered into a marriage, right after canceling her previous engagement. And so begins her new life of fake smiles and affection. But what happens when two strangers drawn to one another begin living together? Sheets entangle between them and a passion like no other sets ablaze. Physical attraction is always the gateway to a new love. So will this blossom into something more?
Lihat lebih banyakGazing at the mirror before her she could not help but feel at a loss. A million thoughts were running through her mind racing at a mile a minute. Sliding her hands down the silky white gown she hummed to herself.
Could she really do this? Was she ready? Would she be able to make the love of her life happy for the rest of their lives?
Shaking her head as if to shoo away the thoughts that haunted her for days she bravely put on a smile.
"I can do this, it's no big deal. Just me tying myself to someone for the rest of my life. No biggie, right?"
She asked the person in her mirror, her face fell when no reply came but of course, she would not get one from her reflection.
"Robin, are you rea-Oh my gosh you look stunning"
Her long-time best friend, Layla gushed entering the room. She admired her friend and bride-to-be. Her excitement far surpassed that of her own. Giving her a disapproving look Layla raised a brow at her, confused as to why her friend was not as excited as she was.
"What's wrong? Aren't you excited? You're getting married!"
She exclaimed in excitement but immediately packed that excitement away when she noticed the look of concern on her friend's face.
Walking up to her she held her by the shoulders, looking into her eyes she tried to comfort her.
"Robin, this is the day we have been waiting for, for the past six months. How can you not be nervous?"
"It's just I thought I would have gotten over the nerves by now but I guess not"
"There is nothing wrong with being nervous, this is the first time you're getting married after all"
"So you're saying if this was not my first time getting married I wouldn't be nervous?"
She teased her friend.
"N-No, I'm saying you wouldn't be as nervous or like you have every right to be nervous"
Raising a brow at her now panicking friend she could not help but smile at Layla trying to piece together a sensible argument.
"Layla, I'm just kidding"
She laughed at her friend who slapped her lightly on the shoulder.
"You. Well, I'm glad you're laughing now, and just remember the people here are here for you"
"Really? I thought they were here cause my mother invited them. I don't even know half of them"
Rolling her eyes at the fact she could not help but get upset at her mother for not even consulting her about the invitations. She sighed at the thought of thanking strangers for coming and celebrating one of her happiest moments with her.
"Hey, I'm here for you and I will definitely make it all about you and not your mother"
"Thanks"
Giving her a side hug Layla kissed her on the cheek and turned to the door to leave.
"Remember this day is about you, good luck"
Giving her a thumbs up before disappearing behind the door Robin could not help but laugh at her friend. Turning back to her full body-length mirror her eyes were more determined than before she finally settled the butterflies in the pits of her stomach.
"Yeah, I can do this. no pressure"
Trying to convince herself by all means her nerves began to set in again.
"Maybe I'll just go to Victor. You know just to see how he's doing definitely not for my own sake"
Nodding at her reflection she envisioned it rolling its eyes at her.
Opening her door she peeked out to see if anyone was in the halls, when she found them empty she went out of her room and made her way to her groom.
Sneakily making her way to his room she found herself standing at his door. Running her hands down her gown she steeled herself once more, raising her hand to the door she was about to knock but stopped when she heard a strange noise coming from inside.
Confused she placed an ear at the door hoping to hear it more clearly. Listening in closely she quickly removed her ear from the door startled by what she heard.
No, no maybe I heard wrong. He would never...Would he?She could not jump to conclusions just yet Victor was far more loyal than any man she had been with and she needed to have faith in him. Throwing away the thoughts that plagued her head she reached for the doorknob, but before she could open it a hand grabbed at her preventing her from going any further.
Looking up at the culprit her eyes widened in surprise at the sight of her mother dressed in an ankle-length white dress. She was beyond appalled at her the sheer audacity of the woman.
"Mom, what the hell are you wearing?"
"What are you doing here?"
She asked in anger, disregarding her question.
"I'm here to see my fiance. What are you doing here?"
Dressed like that?!
"I was in your room looking for you now come on we have to get you ready"
Grabbing her by the wrist she began pulling Robin away from the door, but she refused to comply with her mother. Twisting out of her grasp she held her wrist which began slightly bruising thanks to her mother's tight grip.
"I am not going anywhere, and why are you wearing a white dress?"
"Yes you are we don't have much time until the ceremony begins now come on"
She tried to grab her again but Robin moved back. The action only managed to anger her mother.
"I told you I'm not going anywhere and you still haven't answered me. Why are you wearing a white dress"
"Because it looks good on me and white is a suitable colour for me"
"For my wedding? Mom, this is beyond the crazy things you've done in the past seriously are you-"
"So what? It's not a big deal"
"Not a big deal? Wow, I'm pretty sure you wouldn't do that at Marcey's wedding"
"Here we go again, always bringing your sister in. Robin, get over yourself it's not always about you"
"It's my wedding day of course it's about me and I bet Victor would agree with me"
Reaching for the door once again, her mother tried to stop her by standing in front of her. Robin was stunned by the act, confused as to why her mother was trying to prevent her from seeing her groom.
Just what was it that she was trying to hide from her? What secret were they trying to bury?
Climbing a mechanic staircase, Robin winced with each step. After her discharge from the hospital, she was made to take physical therapy since she had been lying in bed for so long. It was a bit odd for her to be relearning how to walk at her age, but she needed to get back to who she was before."Alright, Mrs Acres. That is it for today. You did a great job"Her trainer complimented ending the session. Smiling at him with relief she could not be happier to be finished. "Thank you, Seb. Especially for coming all the way here"Unstraping the belt around her waist she threw it aside before placing her hands on her waist in exhaustion. "That is no problem at all. Besides, who else can brag about being in the infamous house of the Ethan Acres? I'll be telling this story for generations"Laughing at the joke she held a hand up to her lips. While the two were busy laughing they did not notice someone else entering the room. "I see you two are enjoying yourselves"Surprised at the voice t
Walking through the familiar large door Robin looked back at the man helping her up the stairs. His expression was somewhat solemn and dare she assume sad. She had no idea just what went on during the past three months of her hospitalisation for him to have a drastic change. Though he had always shown kindness towards her, these days it seemed that he was being extra cautious and caring. Like the time he peeled her orange for her, or when he was constantly asking if she needed anything during their ride home. They were little things and yet they seemed so sweet. What took the cake was when he brought her a bouquet of her favourite flowers, daisies. Out of all the gifts she had received while at the hospital, his was the best of them all. Recalling the gesture she smiled to herself. As they made their way to the bedroom, Robin turned to the left side where her room was. "Where are you going?"Ethan asked with a scowl. She looked up at him in confusion before answering with the most
Groaning awake her eyes fluttered open. Blinking away the fuzzy cloud over her eyes she tried to bring her hand over to help relieve the strain in her eyes, but something prevented her from doing so. Looking over at her hand she saw a larger, much rougher hand desperately clinging to hers. Looking up to the owner of the hands she froze at the full, head of dark hair sitting atop the bed. Although his face was out of view she easily recognized the man. That familiar warmth his hand brought, the large frame hunched over with slow steep breaths rising and falling at each breath he took. How could she ever forget the man she fell so in love with?She sat that for a while just staring at his hair, a small smile hovering on her lips. She had no idea just how much time had passed but it did not matter to her. She could spend years just watching him sleep and would feel satisfied with that alone.Noticing his shoulders shake awake she remained still, only observing the way his muscles moved.
"Oh, my dear little flower!"In rushed a worried Jen with arms out wide in a hug. Opening her arms to welcome the embrace the two held onto each other. Breaking from the comfort Robin smiled up at her."Madame Pourrie, thank you for coming"A tired yet happy Robin said to the well-dressed woman. She wore a large fur coat with a frilling top and a tight long skirt, topped with a top hat tilted to the side. Robin chuckled to herself at the older woman. who else other than the Madame would dress in such a fancy manner?"Pish, posh child did I not tell you to stop calling me that?"She reprimanded the dark-haired woman, slapping her on the arm forgetting she was an active patient. "Madame! She's a sick patient. You can't just hit her like that!"Laurelyn yelled at the former lady as she rushed into the room before pushing her aside to tend to Robin. Gazing down at the poor young woman in her bed she gave her a look of concern as she rubbed her arm where the Madame hit her."Oh, my apolo
It's dark. I feel cold. My body feels heavy as if it's floating in the dark abyss of the ocean. What is this feeling? This lonely, stuffy feeling. I feel like I'm forgetting something. Or was it someone? Why can't I move my fingers, or wiggle my toes? Why can't I open my lips to speak? Ah, my eyes are heavy, I can't open them. Just... What is this?"I should have listened to you"Who is that? "Robin, please wake up. It's all my fault"Who is this person and why does their voice sound so familiar?"I'm so sorry."What are they sorry for? Do I know this person? "Even if you don't forgive me, I'll do whatever it takes for you to forgive me. Just please wake up"Forgive them? What could they have done that is deserving of my forgiveness? And what did they mean I should wake up? "Please, Robin."Wait, I feel like I know them somehow. The way they call my name, that low tone, that sends shivers done my spine. Wait, I think I know this person. What was their name again? Oh, I think it wa
Blankly looking up at the man before him for what felt like hours, Damien finally snapped out of his daze and without missing a note burst out laughing."Pfft, hahaha! Oh wow, to think it would be you of all people. What an unexpected turn of events"He spoke with a smirk as tears lined the corner of his eyes. To say he was surprised would be a lie, he had a hunch the very person who was retelling him of his offence in such leisure could be none other than the very husband of the woman he had wronged."Well, damn. Although I am a bit surprised at this I can't say I didn't see it coming. I mean, I'd also be jealous if my wife went out to meet her ex in a private setting like a restaurant."He grinned up at the male staring down at him. And that is all Ethan did, stare with a blank face. There was no sign of any emotion written on his face nor could there be any anger felt in the room. If anything he seemed calm and unbothered by Damien's taunting words. A bit too calm.But that did not
The septic smell of pure alcohol and medicine was so potent it could easily make one drowsy. Making his way past the white walls and waiting area with seats filled to the brim of patients waiting for their turn, a tired Alec stopped in front of a sickeningly white door. To his right written in bold black letters was a name tag. Mrs Acres.He sighed dropping his head to the floor before heaving a large breath. Raising his head he braced himself as he lifted a hand to the door.From the inside of the room, the sound of a gentle yet firm knock could be heard. The foreign sound is a contrast to the silent beeps of the monitor."Come in"Upon hearing the command Alec entered the room. Closing the door behind him the man orderly placed his hands in front. The bright yellow file in his hand stood out from the interior white walls. Everything inside seemed so artificial as though it was not even real, everything except the man sitting beside the bed, hunched over a small frame that laid still
Driving down the city streets the bright city lights flashed by like shooting stars. The different lights blurred together at the speed Ethan drove, making it seem like one was in the middle of a rainbow. Behind the wheel, the man knit his brows together in worry. Immediately after hearing about Robin's accident he hurriedly made his way down his car and drove without hesitance. It was as if his body moved on its own as before he knew it he was already behind the wheel and on the road. "Come on, get out of the way!"He growled at the driver ahead of him repeatedly beeping for them to speed up or get out of his way. His head was muddled up with all sorts of thoughts running through his head. His heart was racing faster than a horse on a race track and his mind could hardly keep up. At the hospital, a team of nurses rushed an injured and concussed Robin down to the operating room. Her eyes were bloodied and unfocused she could only make out the outlines of people surrounding her and
With his face to the side, a stinging sensation made its way through his cheek. He looked at Robin who only glared up at him with tears in her eyes before storming out of the room and slamming the door shut. with a hand on his cheek, he flexed his jaw to ease the sting in his cheek. Groaning in irritation he leaned back on his desk. Running a hand through his hair he swept the stray locks back only for them to slowly fall back over his forehead. Sighing he looked back to his tablet. Grabbing it he began going over the files Alec had gotten him about Damien.According to his findings, the man was a convicted felon with multiple charges of assault, robbery, breaking and entering. This guy had so many charges going as far as being caught selling drugs and being involved with some nasty people in the underworld. It seemed that he and Robin use to be in a relationship some years ago but it ended when he disappeared with some of her money. For some reason or another, he was back in the c
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