“What are you doing?” She asked as she felt him grabbing her hand tightly. Her heart was beating so fast at the mere touch. She tried to pull away her had only for him to clutch it tighter.She was so surprised at the way her heart was reacting. His hand felt so strong and firm yet his skin had such a soft texture to it that it did not feel strange at all. She felt butterflies in her stomach despite her being angered at his action. She had her upper body turned towards him and glaring at him while he stared blankly at her without giving away what he was thinking.“Thomas, will you tell me what is this all about?” She asked a bit irritatingly this time. Her fingers were intertwined with his. She took a brief look at their joined hands and found out that her hand looked small in his. Her heart skipped a beat.“We are almost there. We have to look intimate like a couple as there will be reporters.” He reasoned with the same blank expression, but he did give her hand a little squeeze.She
“Thomas, meet our new business partner, Mr. Brown. He is one of the well-known names in the textile industry.” James introduced a man to Thomas. Thankfully, it was now her turn to excuse herself.After greeting Mr. Brown and receiving well wishes for their marriage, she disappeared from the scene letting the men discuss business.She had met a thousand guests—or so it felt—all of them either a businessman, a celebrity, a politician, wives of wealthy men or whatnot. She was drained physically and mentally.She went to the restroom where Sana had called her. She was waiting for her there since the hall was so crowded. She doubted if they could even talk in peace. And the photographers were flashing their cameras on her face every now and then. If that was the life of a person with wealth or a woman whose husband was a billionaire, she did not want that life. Ever.“Phew!” She let out a long, exhausted breath as soon as she entered the restroom. Sana was busy re-touching her makeup. She
Amidst his happiness, he had eye contact with her. He instantly remembered what she said about him, about the marriage. Although what she said was nothing but the truth, what she said and how she said it stirred something in him. She did not feel an ounce of anything for him except dislike and irritation. He had never felt as unlikeable as he did after meeting her. What was it about him for her to not feel anything? Everyone did. Even at that event, knowing that it was his wedding reception, some girls hit on him. They were all the daughters of some of the most influential people in the state. If he wanted, he could have shown interest as well. But he was respecting the thing they had—even if it was just a contract. She spoke to her friend about him like he meant nothing. He was nothing. For some valid reasons, it was annoying him. ‘If she does not want anything to do with me, why should I care?’ He tried to dismiss all the uneasy thoughts and celebrate his success. The thing that
Both of them were looking like deer caught in headlights. Olivia felt like she could not breathe—it was half from the fact that she was shocked as hell and half from the heavy weight of his body pressed on top of her.It all happened so quickly. Thomas could not believe that they were in such a compromising position. But it was her fault. He grabbed his wrist and all of a sudden her foot slipped and she was pulling him with her.Her body felt so soft underneath him. She was also so-so close that he could inhale her mesmerizing scent. The extent of her beautiful eyes staring up at him did not help either. God, she was so beautiful.“Get off of me.” Olivia said with a strangled breath. Thomas realized that in the shock state, he had put the whole weight of his body on her. He quickly arranged himself so he was leaning up a little and putting his weight on his arms.Olivia frowned, “Will you get up?” She asked with a “duh” expression on her face. There she was telling him to get off, and
“I understand.” She said nodding her head. She understood now why he had reacted that way. But he could have told her directly instead of showing a changed behavior. She would not have to waste all her energy thinking about what must have happened. She even went as far as thinking if he was regretting their ‘marriage’. She could not afford to lose it now. He looked at her with surprise. It was the first time she was agreeing to something he was saying. “Grandpa wants us to go on our honeymoon.” He said remembering what James had told him earlier. It had completely left his mind. She snapped her head at him in shock. When did it all happen? “What are you talking about? It’s not like this is a real marriage.” She said throwing her hands in the air while talking. She was so tired. She had just been free from the reception and he had to explode a new kind of bomb on her head. “He does not know that.” He shrugged looking at her with an expression, ‘Do you understand what you are even
“Welcome to Edmonton, Canada.” The crew announced making her heart skip a beat. She had always wanted to go to Canada. They never had the money though. It was her first time on the flight. She did not know she would be that nervous. She had squeezed Thomas’s arm out of anxiousness. It was the first time she had touched him intentionally. He was surprised but he also found it cute that such a strong girl apparently could be scared of flights. They just came to know that morning that their honeymoon location would be in Canada. His grandpa knew he wanted to visit the country since he had already seen almost half of the countries in the world. He had been to Canada before once, but he always wanted to visit Alberta. Now, his dream was fulfilled. And true to his grandpa’s words, the place was not far away from the US and they could get back within hours if something happened as Olivia feared. They got off the plane and their driver was already waiting for them. “Mr. Walker. I will be y
“You look good.” Thomas complimented with a grin. She indeed looked great. She was wearing a button-down shirtdress that was beige. She was also wearing brown sandals. Her hair was tied in a ponytail. She looked cute in her attire. Thank God, the dresses were appropriate for the occasion. Sana had not packed some ridiculous outfits as she did with the “nightdresses”. She called her right away, but she did not pick up her phone. She wanted to lecture her. Now, she had no choice but to go shopping. She did not have the money though. Thomas did transfer some money to her account, but she did not want to use them. It made her self-respect wounded to even think of using them. “Thank you.” She responded. The air had been clear around them for some reason. They did not argue. It was very rare to have a situation when they did not argue, but it felt peaceful. However, she did think of telling him to go without her. They were not on their actual honeymoon for him to take her to places. But
“What you did today was very low. I did not know you were this immature.” Olivia said with an annoyed tone and expression as they entered the villa. She could not believe that he would be so childish. For what reason? She could not understand at all. The entire time Leo was with them, he either scoffed discreetly at whatever he was saying or ignored his existence. The poor guy did not stay for long. He excused himself as soon as they were done with the lunch. He even paid for the lunch which seemed to irk Thomas even more for some reason. “I don’t like anyone ruining my plans. And I am immature? Who was giggling with that stupid boy like some schoolgirl?” Thomas was about to go straight to his room when Olivia interrupted him. Only he knew how much he wanted to leave but stayed just for her. And now she was calling him immature. Olivia’s expressions changed in a nanosecond. It got cold from annoyed in no time. “Nobody ruined your plans. You could have left as soon as he was there
Everything felt blurred. She tried to open her eyes, but even that little task hurt her head. She winced as she finally opened her eyes.The sudden light compelled her to close her eyelids again.“Olivia?” She heard her name being called. The voice…she recognized the voice.She opened her eyes again. This time, it felt less hurtful. The light was too bright for her liking though.“How are you feeling?” She heard the soft familiar voice again, but the voice sounded panicked for some reason. She adjusted her eyes and was finally able to look at his face.The face that she loved to look at… Why did he look like he had grown his beard? He always had this 5 o’clock shadow. It looked quite rough now. His hair was also ruffled. She wondered if he even took care of himself. His eyes looked concerned.She saw him opening the door of the room and calling for the doctor.“Olivia? Are you hearing me?” There was concern written on his face as he came to stand beside her. He looked quite happy but
He was terrified as soon as he heard the scream. It was as if someone had pulled out his heart out of his chest. He had experienced such kind of feeling only once in his life and that was when he got the news of his parents’ accident. He was never the kind of person who would get scared easily. However, at that moment, he was scared to no end.He rushed in the direction where he had heard her terrified voice calling his name. A few steps inside the woods, and he reached there.He saw her plastered against the tree with no shirt on and with her hands tied. He saw that lunatic picking up a piece of wood and getting ready to hit her.How dare he!His blood boiled, and all he saw was red.Thomas did not know where he got the superpower to launch himself on Joe in a second, but he did. He smacked his face and threw him on the ground. He attacked him before he could do any more harm to Olivia.“You bastard! How dare you touch her.” He blew punshes after punches on his face. He was not aware
“I don’t know Mark. I have decided to let her go.” He sighed leaning against his chair. He was in the office when he received her text. He felt devastated to type the reply he sent to her, but he had no other way. He had to free her after all the suffering he put her through during their contract marriage. It was about time he put a full stop to all of that.But why did his heart feel like it had just been pierced? Even the thought of letting her go hurt him to no end.“Listen, man, it is not her fault that her father had been involved in the accident that happened years ago. Don’t get mad but it is not her father’s fault either. Nobody can control an accident, Thomas. He also lost his life. His family has also been suffering just like you have been suffering all these years. Let go of this hatred, Thomas. It will destroy you and your relationship with Olivia.” Mark said trying to make him see sense. He had seen him being engulfed in that hatred for too long. Due to this hatred, he wa
“What did you just say?” He growled as he came closer to her. His eyes looked bloodshot. His hair had also fallen from its perfect position. He visibly shivered with anger as he yanked her hair again. This time, it was even harsher.She yelped as she felt like her hair would be pulled out of her scalp. Even in that state, she rose a little and looked challengingly in his eyes.“I said you are a pathetic piece of shit.” She spat at him after saying it again. She was so angry. He was so eager to see her crumble before him and shudder with fear. He thought he would get rid of her without any fight from her side. He was in for a surprise.She was well aware of her situation. She did not have anything with her to defend herself in that state. She had lost her phone when he started dragging her down the road and into the forest. Nobody knew where she was. Joe was looking at her murderously, and she was sure that he would not let her live another minute after what she said.However, he would
She got up after what felt like hours. She started walking toward the exit of the park. The sun had already set and darkness was slowly engulfing the surroundings. She did not want to move, but she knew that she had to.She was so devastated. What would she tell her mom? She was so happy that her daughter had finally found someone for herself who loved her and cared for her. In front of her, they put up a perfect picture of the happily married couple. She would not be able to take such a harsh piece of reality.Olivia knew that her pretended marriage would have to come to an end sooner or later, but she was not aware that it would be this soon.What hurt her the most was not that he had decided to call the fake wedding off. Her heart had broken into pieces because she thought he might feel something for her. She thought that he would somehow reciprocate her feelings. She thought that he would not blame her father anymore for an accident that happened years ago. But he did not stop bla
She was tired of the push and pull. She was tired of playing the double life. It was not her.The life she was living was not hers. She detested lying to everyone about her relationship with Thomas. She hated that their pasts were connected in such a twisted way.Life was so unpredictable. If she had not lost her job, she would have never agreed to such ridiculous terms. Neither she was happy nor was Thomas.When they got closer after separating for a while, she thought that everything would be all right now. She thought that maybe for once, she would have the life she desired to live with Thomas. Although it was a contract marriage, she could not deny having intense feelings for him.It was true. She never imagined herself wanting to live with a man, craving his touch, desiring his presence so much as she wanted with Thomas. He was the first and only man she had opened up so much. She had opened her heart to him unknowingly. Now, it was hurting her like hell. She was sure he was hurt
“Thank you for today.” Olivia smiled as the car stopped in front of the mansion. Seeing her mom’s face was indeed what she needed after the long, torturous days of being away from her mom. And now that she knew that her mom was being taken care of, she was satisfied.It was all thanks to Thomas.“My pleasure.” She saw him smiling as he also got out of the car and came around to open her side of the car door. She got out and was about to go inside when he grabbed her wrist and made her stop.“Are you okay now?” He asked with an expression of concern on his face. She was confused at first thinking why she should not be alright when she remembered that she was upset earlier. He was undoubtedly referring to that.At that moment, standing in front of him and under the moonlight, her heart felt at peace. She felt like everything was alright for once. She did not feel so miserable anymore.She had no idea what came over her as she closed the distance between them and put a soft kiss on his c
“Olivia?” She whispered as soon as she saw her daughter. She was so sad for the past few days that she did not come to visit her. but she knew her daughter. She knew that she must have been caught up in something. Otherwise, there was no way she would not have come to visit her, especially after her surgery.“Mom, how are you feeling?” Olivia sat down beside her and kissed her cheek. Her mom seemed healthier than before. Mary said that she had been eating well. She had gotten sick the previous day, but the nurse had made sure to take care of her. Olivia felt like her heart would explode with pain. She was not there with her mom when she got sick.“I’m okay, darling. How have you been?” She asked her instead. Olivia smiled. There she was asking about her when her health was not in good shape. She had just had her surgery.“I am fine, mom. Did you miss me?” She asked with a smile. She wanted to make some jokes so she would not ask her why she was absent in the last week. As much as she
Olivia had just gotten off the phone when Thomas entered the room. He had left for work in the morning and just returned. He wanted to see if Olivia had listened to what he had said to her.He still remembered the conversation.“Olivia, I have a request to make. Please don’t leave the room. Stay here.” He had said as he was about to leave the room.Olivia was still sitting in the same position on the bed. The pounding of her head had eased a little, but she still had no strength to leave the room. Besides, she was waiting for him to leave before she would go to her room as she did not want to argue with him when her head felt so heavy and she still felt a little nausea.But he had just told her not to do that. Why would she listen to him?“I will do whatever I want.” She had replied without sparing him a glance. She heard him sigh. He was holding the door open but closed it.He turned around, “This is our room. Grandpa is already suspicious. He might use this opportunity to misbehave