Chapter 56

Bella already told Anna how she planned on having a one night stand with Ryan. And she finally did.

Bella smiled, confident in her plan. She just needed to be patient, and watch as things fall into place.

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Iris stood in the garden one serene morning, taking in the picturesque view.

The vibrant trees and colorful flowers swayed gently in the breeze, creating a scene of perfect tranquility.

Yet, her mind was far from peaceful. A lot had been happening in her life, and though it had only been six months into her contract marriage with Ryan, it felt like a century.

"I don't even know if I should be happy or sad anymore," she murmured to herself, lost in thought.

The weight of her circumstances seemed heavier each day, and the boundaries between her feelings for Ryan and the obligations of their contract grew increasingly blurred.

Her phone rang, pulling her back to reality.. She glanced at the caller ID and saw it was Skylar.

"Hi Sky," Iris greeted, her v