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HAYLEY’S POVAs I approached Liam’s dad’s house, my stomach tied in knots. I kept playing nervously with my fingers, I had texted Liam last night. I said I wanted to check up on him, even though that was not the reason I texted.I knew he wanted me to be a part of his dad’s wedding preparations, so he wouldn’t feel alone. It was hard enough for him to have to face the father that never supported his dreams, but it would even be harder to watch him walk down the aisle with another woman, that wasn’t his mom.It was like they knew I was coming, the automatic gates to the huge mansion just slid open as I approached. I wasn’t new to this rich people stuff, so I walked in. I pressed the door bell and clutched my purse by my side nervously.“Hayley, “ Liam called, as he was the one who answered the door,“Um-Liam, it’s so good to see you again.” What the hell did I mean by that? I literally still saw him few days ago, at least not on the day we left Venice.“I’m glad you could make it, Co
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I didn’t picture myself picking up a wedding dress for Liam’s stepmom when I offered to help with wedding preparations. Even though he seemed fine with Trish and me hanging out together, I still couldn’t handle the thought of him alone with his dad.The entire drive was awkward; we didn’t say much. In fact, we hardly said anything to each other; I only watched as she nodded satisfyingly to Whitney Houston’s music playing from the radio in her car.I didn’t quite know her, but I did agree with her taste in music; the cool breeze just seemed to rush in my face as all the windows were down. But I didn’t mind; at least the view was interesting. It felt like, for the first time, I didn’t have much to worry about, or I didn’t even need to worry at all.“We’re here, Hayley,” Trish said that minute later. As she pulled her car over in front of a small shop, I could see some mannequins on display with wedding dresses. We were definitely in the right place.We got out of the car and approached
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HAYLEY’S POVThere was this suspicious feeling that I couldn’t shake off about Trish, even as I sat down by the elegant dining table. All I could do was stare at her and watch her every movement.The way she helped the maids by arranging an array of exquisite dishes on the table, the huge smile on her face when her gaze met Chris, or when she was asking Liam if he was okay.She seemed okay, like a normal woman who was happy that tomorrow was her wedding. I saw all these at first, but after the scenario today at the bridal shop, I couldn’t help but start to change my perspective about her. People aren’t really who they seem to be anyway.“Thank you for being here,” Liam leaned in to whisper to me as I was seated beside him.“It’s nothing; I’m just glad that I could help in the little way I can.”He smiled softly and said, “Hayley, I’m so sorry. Ever since Venice, I couldn’t stop thinking about how much it would mean for you if you had gotten that admission. I took that joy away from yo
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HAYLEY’S POVI stood in front of the long mirror in Christian’s room, checking myself out. Today was Chris’s wedding, and a part of me felt like I shouldn’t attend because of the way he humiliated me.But then I gave it a rethink; if I just backed away, then it would only make whatever assumptions he had about me true. So I wasn’t going to; I would attend the wedding.I turned to Christian, who was standing behind me; his tie was hanging around his neck. His mood wasn’t exactly bright, and I could tell it was because of the news he heard yesterday.“I don’t think I can do this." He said that my hands paused their movement around his neck.“Do what?” I continued knotting his tie.“I don’t want to go to the wedding, Hayley.”I exhaled deeply. I finished knotting his tie and dusted his suit before gazing up at him.“Why, Christian? It’s your cousin’s wedding. Liam doesn’t even want to attend his dad’s wedding either, but he’s just doing it out of respect. I think you should go.”“I can’t
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ALEXANDER’S POV My eyes fluttered open again. The morning sunlight filtered into the room, casting a warm glow on the tangled sheets. Cassidy lay beside me, fully naked and fast asleep, with her hands on my chest. I rubbed my face. I had woken up earlier and even showered, but Cassidy couldn’t get enough of me. It had already become a routine to have early morning sex with her. I got out of bed, and I heard her roll and groan from her sleep. “Where are you off to?” she asked in a raspy voice. Her eyes traced my movements. “I’m paying Khalid a good visit,” I replied, pulling on my clothes. “That’s Christian’s best friend.” “I know…” I adjusted my collar, “Alex, what do you want to talk about with him? If you want to threaten him, then it won’t work. We have no use for him; he’s useless.” I remained silent as I continued to dress, Cassidy’s gaze intensified. I could see her glaring at me through the mirror I was standing in front of. But I avoided her gaze; each of us had our re
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His eyes widened, and then a storm of emotions brewed on his face. My hands started shaking nervously, and I could tell that he was pissed—like pissed as fuck.“Pregnant? Are you kidding me, Hayley? Is this some sick joke?”I shook my head. Tears threatened to spill from my eyes. I thought having a baby was a good thing. Whether planned or unplanned, we had the resources to take care of it. But then I understood that Christian wasn’t ready because of what he was going through at the moment.“No, Christian. It’s true. I know we didn’t plan it, and I swear I was scared to tell you." He cut me off“How long have you known?” He dropped the whisky bottle on the bedside drawer and faced me, his back resting comfortably on the bed's headboard.The scenario looked like a teenage girl opening up to her father about her unwanted pregnancy."Yesterday, the doctor said I’m three weeks pregnant. And that I was going through too much stress.”He scoffed, “Too much stress? I guess he’s a stupid doc
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