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CHAPTER 52: EMMA
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THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 53: LIAM
Did I hurt her that much? It's midnight and she's not back.After pacing back and forth for the past hour while also thinking of all the worst possible scenarios she may be in, I decided to call her.Her phone rings, but she doesn't answer. I panic.Should I send out a search squad? We're meant to travel today, let her be safe, please.I know it's selfish of someone like me to ask, but she has to be okay. Where could she possibly be??After some more fiddling, I decide to call again maybe for the sixth time tonight, this time by 1:43 am, she doesn't pick still.Fuck!I call again, I won't give up. Never.Finally, she picks up, but it's not her."Liam," A female voice slurs from the phone."Who is this?" I ask, trying my best to be calm."Me silly! Odette, duh," She giggles.Odette? Huh?"Where's Emma?""Right here, she's like so wasted, you have to come get her ASAP," she says.Fuck, I hope she hasn't attracted some trouble with this behavior tonight.I sigh, grabbing my keys, and jac
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 54: EMMA
I feel like shit.My head is spinning, I feel sick and I have little recollection of last night.Well shit, I need to drink something, for this hell of a hangover.I manage to get up, holding my head from the throbbing ache, and then to the bathroom. Well, I smell like shit and puke.Oh my God, did I puke…on him last night? Fuck, this is so embarrassing.I get flashes of last night, just how many tequila shots did we have again? Yes, Liam came to pick me up last night, I remember him lifting me…Wait a minute, what about the girls? Did they get home safe?I rush to get my phone and dial Odette, she picks up after the second ring."Hey," I manage to say, my head killing me. "Did you all get home safe?""Ugh, I feel like shit," she groans."Same. Plus, I can't remember shit," I slide to the bathroom floor."Well, uh, Antonio came to get Gia and Natasha, not long after Liam arrived. He dropped me home."I sigh in relief, "Okay, great. Call you later?""Yup, bye love."I end the call, rel
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 55: LIAM
I've decided not to ask Mother what she meant by her ending statement during that dinner. There's no way he knows about the contract, and even if she suspects, which she obviously would, it's still absurd that she'd know the exact contents, including the expiry date of the contract.If I ask, I would be confirming it. Regardless of how she might have gotten that information, it has nothing to do with me, with us, Emma, and I, we just need to play our roles perfectly.Speaking of roles, Emma doesn't need to know about this, at all. If she finds out my mother may know about our deal, she'll get too concerned about what she might do with that information.I look at her, she's seated with Adelina, watching a movie. She looks happy and laughs once in a while. I'm happy she's easing up a bit.She's calm and stress-free when with Adelina, and the same goes for Adelina as well, I'm grateful for their companionship.The flight is short, and we arrive in about 30 minutes. I enjoy my own company
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 56: EMMA
Tuscany.The last time I was here was about six years ago, and it was for a job. I was an intern assistant to some rookie model who eventually fell off.I'm glad she did anyway, she was too rude.Back then I'd never imagined myself to be back here, not as a desperate young girl, but as the wife to the wealthiest heir in Italy and Europe's elite.I'm here in the Caruso estate in Tuscany, everything here screams luxury, class, everything expensive.After dinner, I decided to go on a walk, when everyone was tucked back in their rooms. I couldn't gawk like a peasant at the beauty of this place in front of everyone, at least I could do it now, without them around.The night air was cool as I stepped out onto the terrace, finally getting a chance to take it all in. Liam's family estate was impressive during the day, but at night, it was something else entirely. The moonlight made everything look even more magical like I was in a movie.The villa itself was like something out of an old Itali
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 57: LIAM
The sun is already climbing in the sky as I stand by the car, mentally running through the details of the vineyard visit. But when Emma steps out of the villa, all thoughts of business vanish.She's wearing a floral sundress, the kind that's simple yet elegant, fitting her like it was made just for her. The soft fabric flutters slightly in the breeze, drawing my attention to the way it moves with her. Her olive-tan skin is glowing under the sunlight, and there's this natural shimmer that makes her look almost radiant. Her dark hair catches the light, making it appear even softer than usual.I try to focus on anything else, but my gaze keeps drifting back to her. There's something about the way she looks this morning, something that makes it hard to look away. Her skin seems to glisten in the sunlight, highlighting the natural warmth of her complexion. It's like she belongs here, in this place, under this sky.She catches me looking, and for a moment, our eyes lock. There's a small, al
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 58: EMMA
Liam seems more way into character today.I know I didn't overthink or stretch things from the way he looked at me before the vineyard tour.He was literally taking me in, eyeing me from head to toe, so deliciously, that my body felt hot, and even now and then he kept sneaking glances at me. When he does this, he confuses me.I know I shouldn't expect anything, this is a contract marriage after all, which will end sooner or later, but these damn signals, and these feelings in my chest I can't explain.He's defended me twice already in front of his scary mother, Isabella Caruso, the Italian Money Maven, in the most honorable ways possible.The last time he defended me, during the tour, I wanted to stop time and jump into his arms, to kiss him 'cause he looked so fucking hot at that moment. He knows how to put me in heat.At this point I don't know how long I can suppress these hot feelings, even now as I sit in my room, I can't help but wonder how Liam's feeling, what he's thinking of
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 59: LIAM
"Liam," Mother says as she walks in, her voice smooth and commanding. "We need to talk."I look up from my desk, trying to mask my irritation. "What is it, Mother?"She sits down gracefully, a practiced smile on her face that doesn't quite reach her eyes. "I had a little chat with Emma last night."My interest piques, but I keep my tone neutral. "Oh?""Yes," she continues, her eyes narrowing just slightly. "She was out admiring the estate. It's amusing to see someone so fascinated by our world. I suppose it's charming in a way, though I doubt she fully understands the significance of it all."Her words sting, but I keep my composure. "What exactly did you discuss with her?"Mother's smile tightens. "Oh, nothing of consequence. Just observing how she seems so... enthralled. I do hope she realizes that there are expectations that come with being part of this family."There's a subtle edge in her voice, a hint that Emma might have been put in her place. I don't like the way Mother talks
THE MARRIAGE GAME CHAPTER 60: EMMA
It's the morning after that almost-kiss, and I'm trying to keep my mind off of it. I spent most of breakfast convincing myself that it didn't matter, that the tension between Liam and me wasn't going to change anything. But the way he defended me yesterday... It's hard to just ignore that.I'm finishing up my coffee, trying not to think too hard about anything, when Liam suddenly appears at the doorway. There's something in his eyes that I can't quite read, but it makes my heart skip a beat."Emma," he says, his tone a bit softer than usual. "Come with me."I look up at him, surprised. "Where are we going?"He just gives me a small, almost mysterious smile. "Just sit back and relax. You'll see."Curiosity piqued, and I followed him outside to the car. The morning sun is warm, and there's a light breeze that makes everything feel fresh. I try to keep my cool, but being around Liam has me all jittery inside. What's he up to?He drives us through the estate, taking turns down familiar pa
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