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The Substitute Bride Fixing things - II
" I think there's a mix up somewhere because I'm only a stand in for your ex-fiancee , more like a substitute bride .And being wedded wasn't part of the arrangements, I only consented to it because you promised Rose's grandmother to marry her daughter.And because of me that precious granddaughter of hers is no more , so I'm making up for it by saying those lines ' I DO ' in her stead .So do not patronize me Liam by saying you're trying to fix things that weren't spoiled in the first place. "Liam only stared at her like she wasn't talking to him in the first place which riled up Chloe the more." What made you think announcing our marriage now will be fixing things? "" I just….thought so , I owe you that "" Well, you thought wrong , you owe me nothing, being recognized as your wife now will do me no good . Rather it will sink the career I'm trying so hard to build. "" How did you know about the promise I made to Rose's grandmother? "" Real couples don't hide things from each ot
The Substitute Bride Liam's weakness
Liam had barely gotten into his office in the morning when Gwen barged in like an angry lioness with a sour expression." Babe , what is this I'm hearing on the news " Gwen asked, as she dropped her bag on Liam's desk more like stomping it , She took a seat opposite Liam and crossed her leg over the other with her both hands resting on the chair's arm like she owned the whole place .Liam, who wasn't expecting her in his office was a bit taken aback by her posture and the look on her face that dared him to deny it ." What news ? " Gwen scoffed disappointedly, " The news about you personally welcoming that bitch into the country ! "" Stop it right there Gwen , I will not have you speak of Chloe in a degrading manner ! She has a name. "" Damn right she has a name , which I'm quite surprised to hear coming out of your mouth Liam. "" Of course I will know her , I mean who doesn't know her now with her latest achievement. Aside from being my business partner she's a renowned figure wh
The Substitute Bride Her hero
It was a beautiful night , the dark blue night was dotted with countless stars . The happy voices of people were heard singing and cheering as they celebrated Gary Luke's birthday. Luke's family was filled with friends and well wishers. Who came to wish him well. The three powerful cliques were there as well.Mario Reigns, Patriarch of the Reigns family and Liam's father ,The celebrant Gary Luke , Patriarch of the Luke's family and father to Rivero and Clarissa ,And lastly Simon Jones Patriarch of the Jones family and father to Marcelo Jones . These three renowned figures can cause a stir in the city with a mere cough , they are not to be trifled with. Little Clarissa held her father all through the ceremony, not willing to let go of his hands for a moment, melting the hearts of people present of how beautiful and cute she is.His friends were happy and jealous of him at the same time for having a daughter while they have none. Both of them secretly wished they had one, with e
The Substitute Bride Friend or Foe
" Miss Gwen, this is the third time I'm reapplying your makeup , the director will call you any minute now to shoot your scene and you can't shoot it looking apprehensive. " The makeup artist calmly said , more like she wanted it to be a scolding but she can't afford to offend Gwen." Because you're being allowed to touch my face doesn't give you any right to tell me what to do , I gave you this job and I can still take it from you ! " Gwen warned sternly, staring daggers at her through the mirror . Anyone in their right senses wouldn't stare back and that's exactly what the makeup artist did.Shooting this mistress scene isn't what making her nervous but something else is Ever since Liam told her he's suspecting her involvement in Rose's death Gwen hasn't had a piece of mind .She doesn't want this whole revenge thing to ruin her chances of getting married to Liam , that's why she agreed to team up with the mysterious man and accept his offer.Now it seems to her that her involveme
The Substitute Bride Rose is alive ?
" You mean to say that he finally recognized you as his wife after three years? " Daisy asked for the second time after Chloe filled her in on all that transpired between her and Liam at the dinner date." Hmmm " Chloe answered, in a dull tone obviously tired of Daisy repeating questions. She seems to have a hard time grasping Chloe's words, which Chloe found tiring.Finding it difficult to believe Daisy basically called her out for this drama she's putting on now , and now she's beginning to regret why she agreed to set up a meeting not like she has a choice.She has to cancel some meetings with some leading companies to see her best friend thinking she was worth it all , now she's beginning to think she made a wrong choice ." Why ? What changed? Perhaps something triggered him to do so I think , something… " Daisy pondered , tapping her fingers lightly on her chin in a serious manner ." And that's what you should find out Chloe, I can't help but think there's more to Liam that me
The Substitute Bride Evidence
Daisy's words kept repeating itself in Chloe's mind making her restless and curious at the same time , curious of what really happened that day and why Gwen chose that day to sort out Rose. Her mind was restless, thinking of the possibility of Rose being alive and going through this same hell she passed through in the hands of Theddy makes her shudder in disbelief.Chloe's emotion was greatly disturbed, as she tried to pick the pieces together. This is one of the reasons she came back to clear her name but with the current turn of things not only will she clear her name she will find out who killed Rose or rather who kidnapped her !And if she's going to do that she will be needing help and her brother Riv is not an option because he will dissuade her and remind her why he sent her back ,Liam also is not an option because the last time they met their conversation didn't end well and she can't be going to him with mere assumptions without critical evidence.She needs someone who is n
The Substitute Bride She is mine !
In a dimly lit room , two figures were entangled on the bed sensual moans and groans could be heard as the sound of flesh-slapping filled the room. The rigorous sexual activity was interrupted by a vibration, the male groaned and the female hissed in between labored breathing.The male turned to his right to see his phone beaming and vibrating on the nightstand, with one last groan he made to pull out but the female could hear none of it as she circled his waist with her legs locking him and pulled him back in to her biting her lower lip seductively .Whining and grinding her sex against his making him groan in pleasure and forget about the phone for the moment as they immersed themselves into the drowning passion of lovemaking.He smirked at her boldness,the next thing she knew his bare hand was already curled round her waist tightly branding her like a hot searing flame. He held her laps and slammed home, deep and hard , causing her to gasp and shriek so hard with the sudden impal
The Substitute Bride Coming clean
" When did you find out ? " Blaze blurted out after some deafening silence between him and Liam after he filled him in on his findings on the supposed mission he sent him. " Find out what? Liam asked , with an air of nonchalance clearly stating that he wasn't interested in whatever his brother was eager to fish out from his mouth ." You know for someone who is so calm and collected in everything even in the midst of a storm , you're not so good at playing dumb . You clearly know what I'm asking about Liam, why don't you spill it out . "" It's not like it mattered in the first place so , why ? Why should I tell you and what are you going to do with it? "" Hell yes ! you have to tell me ! It's Chloe we are talking about here ! Can't you see it ? Ever since you started playing this ignorance game things have gone haywire with them branding you the enemy, brainwashing Chloe making her believe you were the reason for her downfall and now she has labeled you the enemy because you refus
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The Substitute Bride Ruined
Ever since the disappearance of Rose, Chloe always pictured the day they will meet again because she has a strong feeling Rose was still alive .Seeing Rose now , she couldn't express the emotion she was feeling. Because the person standing before her wasn't her best friend. Her eyes were empty , they housed no emotions . Like someone who has thrown away all the will to live .She's been hearing about Rose's return but seeing her up close was a different issue altogether.Chloe felt panicked and scared not for herself but for the fact that Rose is no longer who she used to be. She tightly clenched her fist. She was willing to pay any price for her best friend to be back .Rose can choose to slander over and over again if she feels like it and she won't budge if that will make her better . Even if it means giving up her acting career , she owes Rose that much.Seeing Rose with Gwen sends her the wrong message , making her believe that something was definitely off. The red warning sign
The Substitute Bride Ruined
Daisy couldn't go with Chloe to the shooting site because of the nature of her job . She was reluctant to part ways with Chloe because of the pandemonium going on , but Chloe reassured her everything would be fine . Daisy left knowing fully well Liam wouldn't sit back and watch harm befell her. She was in a meeting that very afternoon and couldn't tell what's happening outside. After the meeting during the break she got wind of Rose's return, and tried to confirm from Chloe but it couldn't connect the same with her manager's. After much consideration and deliberation she tried to contact Liam , who picked up on the first ring. How he knew she was the one calling was a mystery to her , " Come to Imperial hospital your friend is there. " Came his cold and blunt reply , Daisy didn't wait to dwell on his cold and aloof manners and boarded the next available taxi. She arrived at the hospital and inquired about it , she couldn't get to ask Liam the ward Chloe was in before he ended the
The Substitute Bride Saving the day IV
It was past noon when Chloe finished shooting two scenes , now she's already dressed waiting for the next scene to commence. which would be a rainy scene in which she's going to act as a heartbroken woman who had just found out that her husband of three years was cheating on her with her best friend.Today was supposed to be their third anniversary but he stood her up to be with her best friend.Considering this her last shoot for the day , Chloe was already at the designated site waiting for it to rain .Then almost immediately she felt a rain drop on her shoulder , She then sent Hilda to inform the crew members about the coming of the rain. While waiting for them Chloe decided to surf the internet but the trending topics again caught her attention.Clicking on it , it turned out to be Rose's interview with the Star , the leading and biggest broadcasting cooperation in the city .With trembling fingers she played the video .Seated on the red couch was Rose who was stylishly dressed
The Substitute Bride Saving the day III
Chloe's arrival at the shooting site caused a sensation, with Liam's two bodyguards in her front and back , Hilda was beside her , Chloe felt like she's ready to face whatever that comes her way. But the moment she saw the pack of reporters waiting for her through the window, she suddenly developed cold feet anxiety creeping up within her . ' Today's is gonna be a long day ' Chloe thought with a sigh Seeing her car drive into the premises the press immediately circled the car throwing one question after the other.Reporter 1: " Miss Chloe what do you have to say about the return of super star Rose. Do you think your position as an award winning actress is threatened? "" Reporter 2 : What do you think made Miss Rose return and how do you feel about it ? "Reporter 3 : " Miss Chloe it's said you and Miss Rose were the best of friends, what happened to your relationship." The questions kept coming but Chloe didn't budge nor did she care to make a statement.She promised Liam not to
The Substitute Bride Saving the day II
Exactly thirty minutes ago Chloe, who was fast asleep, stirred in her sleep . The commotion downstairs couldn't subside no matter how she turned and tossed in bed using the pillows to block her ears .But the noise kept finding its way into her ears , unfortunately for her , the balcony door was left open and one could see what's happening outside from there . She didn't understand the reason the whole villa was swarming with reporters and non reporters , neither could she make out what they were saying from there.Amidst all the incoherent things they were saying she could only make out one thing.Rose's name .The crowd kept mentioning Rose's name demanding her to come out and give them an explanation regarding Rose's disappearance.At first she thought she was still sleeping but then again she wasn't when she pinched herself and realized such. What is going on ? Why are these people here this early ? Why do they keep mentioning Rose's name ? Why ? These questions kept bugging her
The Substitute Bride Saving the day
Breaking news ! The super movie star Rose Dawkin who was presumed dead three years ago in a plane crash has returned to the country.Her reappearance has thrown the city into a frenzy with many citizens questioning the cause of her disappearance. She was seen last night in the midst of two men by a paparazzi who captured her , but unfortunately we are yet to identify the two men with her.Meanwhile, our correspondent confirmed the news, she further stated that the super star will have a press conference by 2pm. Stay tuned to know more about how she escaped death.Today, major media outlets are reporting on Rose's return to the country. The news immediately caused a sensation on the internet .#Mystery at its peak ! ## The dead come back to life #And other similar phases became hot searches and trending topics.Clang !A loud shattering sound was heard and the remote that collided with the floor became shambles." How could he do this ? Why did he ? Just when I'm about to throw Chl
The Substitute Bride Stranger in the city
At exactly 9.pm a private jet landed at the airport tarmac, dropping of three people which among them is a female clad in a joggers pant and sweat shirt that has a hoodie covering her seaweed hair , her feet were encased in a white comfortable sneaker that made less noise as she walked. Two luxurious sleek cars were already waiting for them with the doors open , the woman's melancholic violet eyes stared into the night sky as she felt the wind pass through her .letting down the hood of the shirt the night chilly breeze kissed her face as if welcoming her back to the society .Is this what freedom feels and tastes like? after spending a few years in a house in the outskirts of the town far away from civilization, family and friends.She is finally free to come back home ! But not entirely free , being set free with terms and conditions is not freedom at all .And if it means coming to terms with their agreement means getting her full freedom , then she's definitely getting it even if
The Substitute Bride Shock of her life
I know this might sound odd to you but that's not all , I accosted her about it , half expecting her to deny it . But then , she didn't!.. she didn't rebuff my claim she rather asked me to back it up with evidence.Look, I know I'm asking for too much , it's just that I want to restore my tainted image and Gwen is the key to that. " Chloe's words were very clear and decisive, showing no signs of reluctance rather she seemed eager to do it and be over with " I have the same hunch too , still can't can't wrap my finger around the fact that she has something on Liam.I wouldn't say he was threatened because Liam can't be threatened. Unless she has something that Liam desperately needed. " Blaze calmly said , his jade eyes twitching with curiosity which he is widely known for.His curiosity would have been quenched if Chloe's call didn't come in , He knew Liam is a man of a few words and it will take a measurable amount of time to get Liam to revisit this topic again .But before then h
The Substitute Bride Coming clean III
"Tell me Liam don't you think it's time ?" " Yes , it is. Actually, Gwen had …. Ring ! Ring !! Ring !!!The sound of Blaze's phone halted Liam bringing an abrupt stop to his explanation,Blaze hissed and fished out the phone from his pocket, he actually intended to turn it off on the first glance but when he saw Chloe's name pop-up on the screen he knew he had to take it at all cost.Seeing Blaze hesitating whether to pick it or not , he knew immediately that whoever is calling him is not someone he could ignore even if he wanted to." You can take the call , it's not like we can't continue the conversation next time." Liam pointed out calmly, trying hard not to sound relieved of not having to blurt out what he intended to keep from him .Saving Blaze the dilemma of having to choose between him and the caller ." Are you sure Liam , I mean I can take the call later it's not that important you know " Blaze said , convincing himself otherwise. Tsk, Liam scoffed amusingly, throwin
