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THE CONTRACT WIFE CHAPTER 23
CHAPTER 23 – Zara’s POV I opened the door to be greeted by a mixture of alcohol and his cologne, suffocating the air around him. Lucas, being of mixed race, had a flushed complexion, most likely from drinking. Why was he drowning his sorrows in alcohol? Had he fought with Giselle? “Lucas? What do you need? It's late, and you haven't slept,” I told him, concerned. He stared at me intently before speaking in a serious tone. Though he wasn't stuttering, his words came slowly. “You know, it's all your fault,” he said, pointing his finger at me. I wasn't sure if he was angry or something else, but I felt a surge of guilt. What had I done this time? I should stay quiet and go to sleep! But guilt started creeping in; maybe I was the one at fault. After all, I had been the cause of so many issues between us. “What are you talking about? You're clearly drunk, Lucas. You better go back to Giselle or to your room and get some sleep.” If anyone is the liar here, it's him. As I turned to le
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CHAPTER 24 – Lucas’ POV When Zara insisted that there was no harm in letting her friend Nick into the house, I felt a surge of frustration. She was unyielding in her stance, despite my repeated objections to Nick's presence in our home. A sense of relief washed over me when she finally agreed. I found myself grappling with my own emotions. Why did the mere thought of that fool stepping into my house, potentially taking something from me, make my skin crawl? It was an unsettling feeling, and I couldn't fathom why I was reacting more intensely than usual. “About last night... I just want to apologize. I was drunk at the time,” I began, only to be interrupted by Zara. “Let's forget about it, Lucas,” she suggested. She continued washing the dishes, seemingly unfazed, while I was consumed by irritation. How could she dismiss it so easily? Her kiss had left me perplexed. Nothing had changed! She was still the Zara I knew. Yes, she seemed to have moved on. That's why I couldn't underst
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CHAPTER 25 – Zara’s POV I was overwhelmed with emotions, ranging from annoyance to indescribable happiness. After all, I was finally having a genuine conversation with the guy I had secretly admired for so long. In the past, our interactions were always filled with arguments and heated exchanges, so this normal conversation felt like a major achievement. However, my joy was short-lived when the topic of discussion shifted to Lucas and his relationship with Giselle. Bitterness replaced my momentary happiness, and I had to remind myself not to dwell on something that was no longer mine. It took all my strength to discuss our breakup as if it hadn't hurt me, when in reality, I was in a tremendous amount of pain. After our meal, Lucas left for the gym, leaving me with a pounding headache. I took a quick nap but woke up before three, eager to pick up my son from school. Arriving at the school, I noticed the familiar faces of nannies waiting for their young charges. This was a high-class
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CHAPTER 26 – Zara’s POV And to add to it, he addressed me by my married last name. What was wrong with him? I played it cool and responded, “What about him?” I wanted to see where this was going. He sat down on the couch and stared at me intensely. I couldn't decipher his mood. He was so difficult to read, even more enigmatic than my grandfather's eyes. “Stop pretending like you don't know. I told you to never go near him again, didn't I? But you defied me, Zara! Don't you understand? I said stay away from him!” he shouted, his anger catching me off guard. He was infuriated, but I couldn't fathom why. What was wrong with meeting Nick? There was no ill intent on my part. Yet, here he was, even angrier than before. It made no sense. I genuinely hoped he was okay, but it was a fleeting thought. “What are you so angry about? You made it clear that he's not allowed in your house, and I agreed! This is your house, after all. I didn't agree to never see Nick. Let's get that straight. We
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CHAPTER 27 – Zara’s POV Two days had passed since Antoinette gave birth, and we were excited to finally visit her at home. She had been discharged from the hospital and was now resting with her adorable baby boys. As we entered the room, Antoinette greeted us with her usual wit and humor. “Thank you for the fruit and the gift. But I hope it's cash! Haha,” Antoinette joked, making us all laugh. “Your sons are incredibly handsome, Antoinette. They must have inherited their good looks from their godfather, Nick,” I remarked, teasing Nick playfully. Antoinette immediately retaliated, defending her children. “Hey, my children don't look like assholes. And if they inherit anything from you, they might be as smart as you. I just don't know,” she joked, leaving us all amused. “Antoinette!” Nick blushed, scolding our friend for her comment. The personal nurses had already put the babies to sleep, allowing us to engage in lighthearted conversation. However, our pleasant moment was interrup
THE CONTRACT WIFE CHAPTER 28
CHAPTER 28 – Lucas’ POV I was taken aback to discover that Giselle had returned to the country, reaching out to spend my birthday with me. Caught up in a whirlwind of office tasks, her request left me torn. After all, I had promised my son that this day would be dedicated solely to him. Disappointing him was the last thing I wanted. “Please, just a brief moment, babe,” Giselle pleaded on the phone. “I want to congratulate you and mend things, Lucas. I'll be back. If you're too busy, I understand, but it's truly just for a moment.” Sighing, I reluctantly agreed, “Alright, but only after an hour. I'm swamped with work.” Her voice brimming with joy, she exclaimed, “Thank you, babe! I love you.” As I hung up, an unfamiliar lump formed in my throat. It used to come effortlessly, reciprocating her “I love you,” but now, it felt awkward and unsettling. For some reason, the word “love” stirred thoughts of Zara within me. Shaking off the unease, I tried to refocus on my tasks. This meetin
THE CONTRACT WIFE CHAPTER 29
CHAPTER 29 – Zara’s POV I entered our room, where my son peacefully slept, his tear-stained face still visible. Forgiving Lucas for what he's done feels like an impossible task. The realization sinks in—it's too late now. Maybe there's some truth to the saying that when there's nothing left, our hearts simply give up. Tomorrow, I will start packing my belongings. I'm sorry, Lucas, but I can't bear to continue this anymore. I just want us to let go of each other. Guess who unexpectedly knocked on the door? Antoinette, wearing a wide grin that stretched from ear to ear. She held a paper bag, brimming with excitement as if she had just won the lottery or come up with a wild plan. Her trademark enthusiasm reminded me of all the crazy adventures we had during our college years. Thinking back to those moments when we experimented with alcohol, went to bars and parties, or took unconventional classes brings a smile to my face. It's nice to reminisce about the carefree days of our youth. N
THE CONTRACT WIFE CHAPTER 30
CHAPTER 30 – Lucas’ POV The next day, as I returned home after my birthday, I walked into the kitchen and found Zara standing there, wearing an expressionless face that sent shivers down my spine. It was a terrifying sight, to say the least. “H-Hi,” I stammered, immediately regretting the lameness of my greeting. But she remained silent, treating me like an invisible entity, as if I were nothing more than air. It hurt deeply, leaving me with a lingering sense of guilt. Why did I still feel responsible for everything? Weren't they happier without me yesterday? Why did Zara make me feel like the villain once again? I desperately wanted to understand her, to decode the meaning behind her blank facade. “Divorce papers?” I turned to her, my voice devoid of emotion. There was a time when I was the one excited about the prospect of breaking free from our marriage. I longed to be liberated, but in that moment, I was afraid that she would mention the dreaded words of breaking up with me.
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