Cattleya’s POVI wasn't sure if he had heard me correctly. For the first time ever, I saw a genuine look of confusion on his face. I couldn't help but laugh at his reaction.Had I just made the Devil Mafia Lord look like a fool?I sighed, a smile playing on my lips. "Are you okay?""Do you want to marry me?" he asked, his voice filled with a mix of surprise and hope."Yes," I replied without hesitation.His lips parted in awe. He seemed stunned as if he couldn't believe I had just said that. After a moment of hesitation, he spoke. "Well... I'm very easy to negotiate, princess.""So, you're telling me you're going to leave your fiancée for me?" I asked, raising an eyebrow."It was just a deal, an agreement, to form an alliance with the Romano family by taking their first daughter as my bride. But now that you want to marry me... then yes. Let's get married," he said huskily, his voice filled with determination.I was stunned again. I hadn't expected him to be so serious. I had been h
Cattleya’s POV"Why is it gone?" I asked, my breath coming in heavy gasps. I couldn't believe my twin sister had lived a double life. After all this time, she'd kept a secret from us.Vianne sighed, "I think it's best if you talk to Sister Lorna about it."I nodded, grabbed my purse, and walked away without looking back.I needed to know the truth. It was the only way I could help my twin sister. I felt sorry for her. She'd suffered all her life and had met a tragic end.Sister Lorna, the owner of the orphanage convent, was the only nun with whom Ariella shared everything. Even I, her own sister, am left in the dark about many aspects of her life. It's as if she's deliberately keeping me out.But what about her daughter? What could have happened to her? And who was the father? I drove to the orphanage, the 45-minute journey filled with tears. I could still hear her laughter in my mind and the way she'd called my name on the phone. She'd insisted she was fine, but she wasn't.As I
Cattleya’s POV"What do you mean, Ms. Catt?" Vianne asked."Nothing. Just do your job and find me the most suitable gown for tomorrow night. I want it delivered tomorrow at 10 AM, then schedule an appointment for me at the salon. Okay?"Vianne replied politely, "Alright. Don't worry, I'll handle everything."I massaged my temples, thinking my parents might want me to marry Patrick. Then I stared at my engagement ring, which could easily cover the cost of the entire wedding. How ironic.****Next Day, I woke up to the sound of the doorbell ringing; the condo staff had delivered the box for me. When I checked the time, it was already 10 a.m. I guess Vianne did her work excellently. I put the big rectangular box on my bed. Then I opened the box and smiled because it contained an excellent gown for tonight's event. My stomach growled because I was hungry, and as soon as I opened the fridge, I bit my lower lip and frowned, "Darn, no food. I forgot to buy the groceries last week." After
Cattleya’s POVI'm so sorry, Catt. Your dad failed us this time..." My mom sobbed, her voice filled with despair.That's all I heard from my mom as she walked away, leaving me alone in the greenhouse, my heart heavy with disappointment.I sighed softly, "What should I do? Dad's company is failing, and his business partner will want to cut ties with us..."I put my hand on my temple and massaged it, my mind racing. "I should look for more investors or a new business partner to help my dad's business. Yes, that's right."I took a deep breath and walked out of the greenhouse, all the maids staring at me as if I'd done something wrong that morning.I glared at them and said, "What are you looking at?"One of the maids replied, "Ms. Catt, we did all of this for you. We heard that you rejected Mr. Patrick's proposal. So, what should we do with the preparations for tonight?"I looked around and realized that all their efforts would be wasted if they had to clean everything up. Clearing my t
Cattleya’s POV"Yes, don't you want to marry me?" he chuckled, his eyes sparkling with mischief.I gasped as he took my hand and pulled me along, running together down the pathway. As soon as we reached the entrance, he called his secretary and whispered something to her.Moments later, everyone gathered in the center of the courtyard. And in that moment, I realized, with a mixture of shock and delight, that this was my surprise wedding to Jaxon, the devil himself!The priest stood at the altar, his eyes filled with anticipation.Jaxon held my hand as we walked down the aisle, his smile starkly contrasting my uneasiness. He had been so unpredictable, and I hadn't seen this coming. How much more did he have planned?Panic began to set in. I needed to get ready for everything.Damn it. Why had I put myself in this situation where I felt trapped and powerless?Jaxon’s eyes glowed as he whispered, “You’re going to be mine. There’s no more turning back, princess.” He held my hand tigh
Cattleya’s POV"Excuse me?" I said, scoffing nervously.He stepped forward, our bodies inches apart. I could feel his warmth radiating from him.I gasped as he slowly unzipped my dress from behind, his eyes never leaving my face. "Turn around. It makes it difficult for me to undress you," he said.I turned around nervously. So this was it. I was truly giving in to the monster, and I had no idea how to escape.Was this some kind of sacrifice to find out the truth and bring down the Mafia Lord?I gasped softly as his soft hand touched the bare skin of my back."There you go. You can breathe better now," he whispered, pausing.I was startled to hear that! He had only unzipped the back of my gown. He then took off his upper clothes and trousers, diving into the bed. "Good night, wife," he said.I thought of something so dirty tonight, yet this man was so unpredictable.He hadn't even let me breathe to think that he was going to do something nasty to me.I gasped softly as I watched him c
Cattleya’s POVI gasped, unsure of how to respond. Was this all a dream? Could I escape his grasp?I bit my lip, unable to move, as I stared at him.He smirked, his eyes lingering on my bare thighs. “Why aren’t you spreading your legs, darling?”Sweat beaded on my forehead as he whispered, “If you’re not ready, just say so.”I bit my lip, feeling ashamed. I had always been bold and flirtatious with him, but now that he was waiting for me, I couldn’t move a muscle.He cupped my cheek, tilting his head to kiss me. But just as our lips were about to touch, my phone rang.He pulled away, his forehead creased in annoyance as he glanced at the phone. “Looks like the news has already spread…”I gasped as I read the caller ID. It was Mom!Then I immediately put the bathrobe on. I took a deep breath and stepped down from the sink. Carefully placing the phone to my ear, I said, “Hey, Mom…”“WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING, CATTLEYA SULLIVAN?! YOU JUST GOT MARRIED AND YOU NEVER TOLD ME ABOUT IT!
Cattleya’s POVI wrapped myself in the bathrobe and scoffed, "No, not so fast, honey."Jaxon's face fell, and he stared at me as if I'd committed a crime.I couldn't help but chuckle as I adjusted the robe. "Thanks..." I muttered, turning my back on him."Thanks?" he shrugged his shoulders as he threw me an intense gaze.He's got me all flustered, but I can't let him see that.I was still sticky and wet, but I forced myself to stand tall and act calm.I slowly closed the door behind me, my body quivering with the weight of the moment.A wave of heat went through me, and my heart beat so fast.I needed a cold shower to calm down!As I entered the bathroom, I turned on the cold water, letting the icy stream cascade over my shaking body.I could still feel the lingering warmth of his touch, the memory of his tongue exploring my sensitive areas.I pressed my hand to my mouth, closing my eyes."I shouldn't be thinking like this," I scolded myself. "It's dirty and wrong."****I stepped out