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The Substitute Bride Furious Liam
Several thoughts spiraled Chloe's mind . She knew who paid for it, because it was him that assigned the designated driver to her. ' Darlyn ' She mumbled, and slipped the notes back inside her purse and tossed it inside her bag. She was still trying to process the whole thing when a car honked at her , smiling awkwardly at the driver she couldn't see . She waved apologetically and made her way inside. Stepping inside she saw Trisha who was talking to the receptionist on the counter with her back facing her . Chloe, who was in no mood for her troubles, walked past her as quietly as she could. Her face is the last thing she wants to see right now .' Who knows what the She-devil is up to this time around ' she hissed and made for the elevator." Chloe ! "Chloe halted in her steps, with a frown etched on her face . Because whoever that it was calling her was possibly attracting the witch to her. Speaking of the She-devil , she turned to catch sight of Chloe close to the elevator an
The Substitute Bride Selfish father
Liam kicked the tyre of his car in fury." His ice park did wonders? That woman sure knows how to get on my goddamn nerves "" You're getting worked up for nothing Liam . He was just checking on her like the way a fellow employee would do " Fred teased, stifling the laugh that was desperately trying to burst out.Liam shot him a glare , with his left hand on his hip he pointed toward his company that he just exited from." You call that public display of affection, checking on her ?" Liam scowled at his cheap analysis." Ok. Now tell me what you intend to do about it. "" You want her crawling and begging for your attention which you've denied her ? Liam I must confess you've got the wrong woman. Because it seems to me like she did not give a damn about your existence anymore "Liam's expressions turned ugly at his words." Don't make a bitter woman out of a rare gem " Fred said , and shut the door of the car , waiting for Liam to come in and start the ignition. Liam's mind cringed
The Substitute Bride Ruined evening
I checked the time with my phone again for what seems to be the fifth time." Sir Liam will soon be back. Clara said as she handed me a glass of juice to calm my anxiety. " Atimes he comes back after midnight , some fortunate days after dinner time . But the time is still young I suggest you relax a little by watching a movie " I smiled at her kind gestures . I didn't know what I did in my past life to deserve a kind maid like her .Normally any other maid can choose to ignore me , treat me like trash or worse after they found out how Liam treats me . But she … she's not like that or perhaps she's masking her real self with those innocent-like characters of hers.Nevertheless she is kind for now.So saying she handed me the remote to choose any channel of my choice. After Fred dropped me at the Reigns mansion, I began to think of the possibility of Liam changing towards me. First he didn't punish me after I breached the contract of not stepping out of the house without his permis
The Substitute Bride Manipulative witch
After that evening Blaze got a call that Liam wasn't coming home . She wanted to take the phone from him , but when she heard the voice of a woman she couldn't mistake it for Gwen on the phone . A pang of disappointment washed through her, She berated herself over and over again from expecting so much from Liam.In the end she ate the meal with Blaze and Clara because she prepared so much and she can't allow food to waste. She grew up basically knowing that food is precious and can't be wasted.Chloe avoided Liam like a plague throughout that week.In the morning she will wake up early , have her breakfast and leave for work.At work , she buries herself in work . She refuses to be pulled down emotionally by Liam, during lunchtime she will grab some bites with Darlyn, if she's busy she will have him order lunch for her.She comes back late after dinner to avoid bumping into Liam and stirring up some buried emotions.That was successful, for some days she didn't get to see a glimpse o
The Substitute Bride Unrealistic expectations
True to his words he showed up at the Reign's mansion.Just that he came earlier than expected. " What the Hell …. I thought I still have two hours left , I exclaimed in shock, still not believing he was here." I'm not even dressed yet " As usual he only smiled at me. He casually walked towards me and said " I know I've got this . I know you're still looking for what to wear given the short notice." Of course yes, I'm thinking of what to wear "" Let's go get you what to wear " he said and winked at me and I blinked back in surprise. " I never knew you had this side of you " As we stepped out of the house to his car, this time around he brought a Bentley and a white one .I gasped at the luxury it eluded." Where are we going? " I asked once the car pulled out of the Reign's estate." To see Bryan Walker " he said as he accelerated the car speed." Bryan Walker? Paris famous designer? My eyes went round in shock." Yes, we are going to his boutique in Newtown "" But that's one ho
The Substitute Bride Ruined engagement - I
The building had five floors, but for some known reason an elevator was installed. The elevator stopped at the fourth floor, revealing a busy atmosphere . Several mannequins stood in front of the floor to ceiling windows dressed in beautiful dresses Bryan's workers designed.Chloe gasped in awe . Visualizing herself rocking one of those sleek gowns to party. Five tailor were operating industrial sewing machines, others were either measuring or cutting fabrics.Stefan took them to his private office where he was currently working on his masterpiece. He offered them seats, he walked to the mini bar and brought a bottle of brandy with two glasses and kept them on a glass table that had an artificial flower in a vase on it ." Help yourselves, let me add some finishing touches to my masterpiece " He turned midway and looked at Chloe " Don't worry miss Adams, i will definitely make you look stunning . Making you be the center of attention at the party " Chloe smiles reached the
The Substitute Bride Ruined engagement - II
She saw Liam standing at the center of the party . He was glaring at her with his ocean blue eyes. His gaze fixed on her arm hooked together with Fred .For some reason the latter wasn't surprised to see him.Chloe's jaw tightened as she inspected him silently. Many thoughts plagued her tiny brain ." What was he doing here ? 'Holding Liam's gaze she assessed his choice of dressing, he was putting on a black Italian suit that draped over his broad shoulders.Liam who was over six feet tall towered over Gwen . His aura was like the first time she met him during Rose's burial. Lethal with a touch of elegance.That wasn't something you would ignore. And the blunt beauty of his looks , it made Chloe's heart beat with so much fear and unreasonable attraction that made her mind dizzy .Her gaze traveled to the woman standing beside him, dressed in a shimmering red gown that had three steps with two slits in front .She looked goudy and her back faced them . She was talking with the older
The Substitute Bride Ruined engagement - III
" My, my, my , tsk . Look what the cat dragged in " Trisha snorted, and clicked her tongue in distaste as she circled Chloe.The latter didn't mind , neither did she acknowledge her presence . She only sipped her cocktail, her eyes trained on Liam who was been dragged around by Gwen . " Looks like you really lived up to your name by hooking up with a rich man to be able to afford this dress … " they remaining words got stuck in her throat when she recognized the signature of the dress . " Wait a minute, this….how can this be ? "" This dress is Bryan Walker's masterpiece that he unveiled on his IG this evening. He said there's only one in the world ! "" How did you come about this dress ? " Trisha reacted, surprise, anger and jealousy spread across her face . " Looks like our dear team leader can't afford last season's dress . Tsk , what a shame considering you're Gwen's cousin, I was thinking she would lend you her old dress "" You… "" But this … " Chloe clicked her tongue in d
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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
