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The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 71
Katie's POVThe next day, we woke up early to start our usual routine. Max went off to school, Emily started work, and Alex headed to the office. But instead of feeling the usual rush and chaos of a busy morning, I felt a sense of calm and gratitude.As I sipped my coffee and watched my family rush around, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the beautiful life we had built together. We were all so different, with our own unique personalities and interests, but somehow we managed to come together and create something truly beautiful.And as I headed out to my own work, I felt a renewed sense of purpose and motivation. I was grateful for the love and support of my family, and I knew that together we could accomplish anything.Over the next few weeks, we settled back into our usual routine, but with a renewed sense of appreciation and gratitude for each other. We spent more time together as a family, going on walks, cooking together, and just enjoying each other's company.One eve
Last Updated : 2023-05-09The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 1
Katie's POVI never thought I would marry a billionaire, let alone enter into a contract marriage with one. But when life throws you a curveball, you either catch it or let it hit you in the face. And I had caught that curveball, or so I thought.It all started with a high-profile event that my boss had assigned me to plan. It was for Alexander Grey, the CEO of Grey Enterprises, and one of the most eligible bachelors in New York City. He was a mystery to most people, but to me, he was just another client.I had everything under control, from the venue to the catering, until Alex walked into my office. He was tall, dark, and handsome, with piercing blue eyes that seemed to see right through me. My heart skipped a beat, but I quickly composed myself and greeted him with a smile."Ms. Stone, it's a pleasure to meet you," he said, extending his hand.I shook his hand, feeling a jolt of electricity shoot through my body. "Likewise, Mr. Grey. How can I assist you?""I was hoping we could di
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Katie's POVThe next few days were a whirlwind of emotions for me. I couldn't stop thinking about Alex and his proposal. On one hand, I was attracted to him and I liked the idea of having financial security. On the other hand, I wasn't sure if I was ready for a real relationship, and I couldn't shake off the feeling that there was something off about the whole thing.Despite my doubts, I found myself agreeing to meet with Alex again. This time, we met at a swanky hotel bar, where he was waiting for me with a bouquet of roses."Katie, you look stunning," he said, handing me the flowers.I smiled, feeling a bit flustered. "Thank you. You look nice too."He ordered us some drinks, and we settled into a booth in the corner. We talked about our lives, our hopes and dreams, and our interests. I found myself opening up to him, telling him things I had never told anyone before.As the night wore on, Alex leaned in and kissed me. It was a soft, gentle kiss, and I felt myself melting into it. B
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Katie's POVThe next morning, I woke up feeling more determined than ever to get to the bottom of this. I knew I couldn't just sit around and wait for Alex to fix everything. I needed to take matters into my own hands.I spent the day doing research, digging up everything I could about The Syndicate. It wasn't easy - they were a notoriously secretive organization, and finding any concrete information about them was like trying to find a needle in a haystack. But I was persistent, and eventually, I started to piece together a few clues.As I worked, I couldn't help but feel like I was being watched. I kept looking over my shoulder, half-expecting to see one of The Syndicate's goons lurking outside my window. But there was nothing there, just the quiet hum of the city outside.That night, when Alex came home, I showed him everything I had found. He listened intently, his expression growing more and more serious as I spoke."This is bad," he said finally. "Bad."I nodded, feeling a pit f
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Katie's POVAs we approached the pier, I could see a small boat waiting for us. Alex led me onto the boat and we quickly set off, leaving the city behind us.For the first time in a long time, I felt a sense of peace. I knew I still had a long way to go, but I was one step closer to freedom.As we sailed along the coast, Alex filled me in on his plan. He had contacts in Europe who could help us start over, and he had already arranged for fake passports and documents."I can't thank you enough for all of this," I said, feeling a sense of gratitude towards Alex.He gave me a small smile. "It's the least I could do. You took a big risk coming to me, and I'm not about to let you down now."We sailed for hours, stopping only to refuel and restock our supplies. As night fell, Alex steered the boat towards a small, secluded cove."This is it," he said, pointing towards a small cabin on the shore. "We'll be safe here for a while."We docked the boat and made our way to the cabin, which was sm
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Katie's POVThe flight was long and turbulent, with every bump and jolt sending a shiver of fear down my spine. But Alex was there beside me, his hand firmly in mine, and somehow, his presence made it all bearable.Finally, after what felt like hours, we touched down on a private airstrip in the middle of nowhere. A black SUV was waiting for us, and we climbed inside, the driver gunning the engine as we sped off into the night.We drove for what felt like an eternity, winding through dark, twisting roads that seemed to lead nowhere. My heart was pounding in my chest, and I could feel the sweat on my palms as I clutched onto Alex's hand.Finally, the car came to a stop outside a towering mansion, the lights blazing in the darkness. The front door opened, and a woman stepped out, her face stern and unyielding."Welcome to your new home," she said, her voice cold and unfeeling.Alex nodded, his jaw set. "Thank you, Nadia."We followed her inside, and I felt a sense of awe at the opulence
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Katie's POVThe next few weeks were a blur of activity as we tried to pick up the pieces of our shattered lives. The fire had destroyed everything, leaving us with nothing but the clothes on our backs.Alex threw himself into rebuilding our lives, working tirelessly to get us back on our feet. He poured all of his energy and resources into rebuilding the mansion and restoring our sense of security.Meanwhile, I found myself struggling to come to terms with everything that had happened. The fear and uncertainty that had gripped me since the first phone call had only grown stronger in the wake of the fire. I couldn't shake the feeling that someone was still out there, watching us, waiting for their next move.I tried to talk to Alex about my fears, but he was so focused on rebuilding that he didn't seem to have time for anything else. Every time I brought up the subject of the mysterious caller or the fire, he would dismiss it, telling me that we needed to focus on moving forward.But I
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Katie's POVFor weeks, we traveled across the country, never staying in one place for too long, always looking over our shoulders and sleeping with one eye open. It was a grueling and exhausting journey, but we knew that it was necessary if we wanted to stay alive.And then, just when we thought that we were safe, our past caught up with us.It was a sunny afternoon, and we had just checked into a small hotel in a sleepy little town, hoping to rest and regroup after days on the road. We were sitting in the lobby, sipping on hot coffee and discussing our plans for the future, when a man walked in and approached us.At first, we didn't think anything of it. But then, as he got closer, we saw the glint of recognition in his eyes, and we knew that we were in trouble.It was one of the masked men who had attacked us in our home, and he had somehow managed to track us down.In an instant, the hotel lobby turned into a battlefield, as we fought for our lives against the man and his accomplic
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Katie's POVThe next day, we woke up early to start our usual routine. Max went off to school, Emily started work, and Alex headed to the office. But instead of feeling the usual rush and chaos of a busy morning, I felt a sense of calm and gratitude.As I sipped my coffee and watched my family rush around, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the beautiful life we had built together. We were all so different, with our own unique personalities and interests, but somehow we managed to come together and create something truly beautiful.And as I headed out to my own work, I felt a renewed sense of purpose and motivation. I was grateful for the love and support of my family, and I knew that together we could accomplish anything.Over the next few weeks, we settled back into our usual routine, but with a renewed sense of appreciation and gratitude for each other. We spent more time together as a family, going on walks, cooking together, and just enjoying each other's company.One eve
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 70
Katie's POVThe next day, we woke up feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. We spent the morning together, drinking coffee and talking about our plans for the day."I was thinking we could take the kids to the park today," Alex said, looking up from his coffee cup."That sounds like a great idea," I replied, smiling at him.We got dressed and headed out to the park, where the kids ran around and played together. Lily and Mia sat on a blanket, drawing pictures in a notebook, while Max and Emily played a game of catch.As we sat together on a bench, watching our children play, Alex turned to me and took my hand."I was thinking, maybe we should plan a family vacation this summer," he said, his voice soft."That's a great idea," I said, smiling at him. "Where were you thinking?""I was thinking maybe we could go to Hawaii. We could rent a house on the beach and spend some time relaxing and enjoying each other's company," he said, his eyes bright with excitement."That sounds amazing," I said
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 69
Katie's POVAs the day of the article release approached, I felt a mix of emotions. I was proud of our family and our love story, but I was also nervous about how people would react.But as the article went live, the response was overwhelmingly positive. People from all over the world reached out to us, sharing their own stories and thanking us for showing them that love comes in many different forms.It was humbling and beautiful, and I felt grateful to be able to make a difference in people's lives.As I looked around at my family, I felt a sense of gratitude and relief wash over me. We had been through so much together, and yet we had come out stronger and more united than ever before.A few days later, Alex surprised me with a romantic weekend getaway to a secluded cabin in the mountains. As we settled in by the fireplace, sipping hot cocoa and enjoying the peaceful surroundings, I felt a sense of warmth and contentment settle over me.We spent the weekend hiking, exploring, and s
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 68
Katie's POVIt was a typical Sunday afternoon when our family gathered for lunch at our favorite restaurant. We were laughing and chatting, enjoying our time together, when Lily suddenly spoke up."Hey, do you guys remember that time when you were in a contract marriage?" she asked, casually taking a sip of her drink.Alex and I froze, exchanging a worried glance. We had hoped to keep that part of our past hidden from our children forever."What are you talking about, Lily?" Max asked, looking confused."Yeah, what contract marriage?" Emily chimed in, looking just as puzzled.Alex and I shared a look, knowing that it was time to come clean."Well, kids, your father and I weren't always in love," I began, taking a deep breath. "We were actually in a contract marriage.""A contract marriage?" Lily repeated, looking even more confused."Yes," Alex confirmed. "We got married because we needed to for business reasons. It was all part of a plan to help our companies succeed."The children l
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 67
Katie's POV As we sat in the small apartment, we knew that we had to do everything in our power to keep our loved ones safe. We couldn't risk putting them in danger by involving them in our plan to take down the organization."I don't want to involve Katie or the kids in this," Alex said firmly. "It's too dangerous.""I agree," I said. "But we have to be careful. We can't let the organization find out about our plan. They could come after our families.""Agreed," Andrew said, his expression serious. "We have to keep this between us."But even as we spoke, I couldn't help but worry about Emily. She was already in a fragile state, and I didn't know how she would react if she found out what we were doing."I think we need to keep an eye on Emily," I said, voicing my concerns. "She's been through a lot, and I don't know if she can handle this kind of stress."Alex nodded in agreement. "I'll talk to Katie and see if we can get her some extra support. Maybe a therapist or something.""I ca
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 66
Katie's POVThe next morning, we set out to meet with the organization again. This time, we were armed with a plan, and we were ready to take them down.As we entered the bar, I felt a knot form in my stomach. I knew that this was a dangerous game that we were playing, but I also knew that we didn't have any other options.The men were waiting for us, their faces grim and unsmiling. "Where's our money?" one of them demanded."We're working on it," Alex said smoothly. "But we need some more time. We're trying to get the funds together.""You have three days," the man said, his voice cold and menacing. "If you don't have the money by then, we'll come looking for you. And it won't be pretty."We left the bar, feeling a mix of relief and fear. We knew that the clock was ticking, and we had to come up with a plan fast."Let's go back to the apartment," I suggested. "We can talk there and figure out our next steps."Alex and Andrew nodded in agreement, and we made our way back to the apartm
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 65
Katie's POVWe set up the meeting in a seedy bar on the outskirts of town. Alex and I dressed in our best suits and arrived at the bar at the designated time. We were shown to a back room where a group of men were waiting for us."Welcome," one of them said. "I'm Nick. What can I do for you?""We're interested in doing business," Alex said smoothly. "We heard you guys were the best in town."Nick's eyes lit up. "Ah, I see. And what kind of business are you interested in?""We're looking for some merchandise," I said, playing the role of the interested buyer. "High-quality merchandise."Nick grinned. "Well, you've come to the right place. Follow me."He led us down a hallway and into a large room filled with all kinds of illegal goods. I tried not to look too interested as I browsed the wares, but I couldn't help but feel a sense of disgust at the thought of the harm these items could do.Nick showed us a selection of items and we haggled over prices. We eventually settled on a few ite
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 64
Katie's POVDespite our reservations, we couldn't bring ourselves to turn him away when he came to us again, begging for help. He looked desperate and scared, and we couldn't bear the thought of leaving him out on the street.We agreed to lend him the money and let him stay with us for a few days until he could figure things out. But as soon as he moved in, things took a turn for the worse.Andrew became increasingly aggressive and unpredictable, lashing out at us over the smallest things. He was constantly on edge, as if he was expecting someone to come after him.One night, I woke up to the sound of shouting coming from the living room. I crept out of bed and peered through the doorway to see Andrew arguing with someone on the phone. His face was contorted with anger, and he was shouting so loudly that I could hear every word."You need to get me out of here," he yelled into the phone. "I can't take it anymore. They're on to me."I knew then that we had made a huge mistake by lettin
The Contracted Bride's Tale Chapter 63
Katie's POVIt was a quiet Saturday afternoon when the doorbell rang. I was in the kitchen, preparing lunch for the family when I heard the chime. I wiped my hands on a towel and walked to the front door, wondering who could be stopping by unannounced.When I opened the door, I was surprised to see a tall, dark-haired man standing on my doorstep. He was well-dressed, wearing a tailored suit and a crisp white shirt, and his piercing blue eyes seemed to bore into mine."Can I help you?" I asked, feeling a sense of unease.The man flashed me a charming smile. "I'm sorry to intrude," he said. "My name is Andrew. I'm looking for Alex."I studied the man for a moment, trying to determine if he was telling the truth. "Who are you?" I asked."I'm a distant relative of Alex's," he said. "I've been trying to track him down for a while now."I was still skeptical, but something about the man's demeanor seemed genuine. "I'll go get him," I said.I left the man standing on the porch and walked bac
