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59. Will you Marry Me, Isabel?
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The Ugly Bride 60. I'm Going To Marry Him
Third Person's POV:Isabel's mind raced as Jeremy's question hung in the air, freezing time itself. The weight of his words pressed upon her, and her heart pounded in her chest. She felt a mix of emotions swirling within her—confusion, surprise, and a flicker of hope. This unexpected proposal shook the foundation of her decision to avoid romantic entanglements altogether.She gazed into Jeremy's eyes, searching for answers that she couldn't find within herself. His gaze held a mixture of vulnerability and determination, and she could sense the sincerity behind his words. In that moment, she realized how deeply he cared for her and how far he was willing to go to make her feel secure.But Isabel's past had left its scars, and the fear of how Mason treated her still haunted her. She had built walls around her heart, vowing to protect herself from the pain she had endured before. Opening herself up to love again seemed like a reckless gamble, and yet, here was Jeremy, standing before her
Last Updated : 2023-07-06The Ugly Bride 61. Win You Back In My Way
Third Person's POV:The room fell into stunned silence. Isabel's words hung in the air, and her family struggled to process the magnitude of what she had just revealed. Conflicting emotions swirled within them, a mixture of surprise and concern. Above all, Mason utterly taken back by what she just said.Isabel, not wanting to entertain any further opinions or judgment, turned to leave. She needed time to sort through her own emotions and make peace with her decision. As she was leaving from there, Mason, with a wounded look in his eyes, followed her.With a mix of anger and desperation, he confronted her. "Who is this person you like all of a sudden?" he demanded, his voice laced with pain.Isabel met his gaze, her eyes filled with a newfound sense of determination. "You obviously know him, Mason. I've fallen for Jeremy and there is no feelings left for you" she replied softly, yet resolutely.Mason's heart shattered all over again, his hope extinguished in an instant. The weight of I
Last Updated : 2023-08-02The Ugly Bride 62. Won't Find You Anywhere
Third Person's POV:As time passed, Isabel's fear grew like a looming shadow. She worried incessantly about the potential harm Mason might inflict upon Jeremy. The weight of this worry was almost suffocating, and she couldn't bear the thought of anything happening to him because of her.Eventually, with no other recourse, Isabel opened up to Jeremy about her escalating fears concerning Mason's motives. Jeremy was taken aback initially, finding it hard to believe that Mason could harbor harmful intentions. However, as he absorbed Isabel's concerns, he started to grasp her perspective. He wasn't as gripped by fear as she was, as he firmly believed that he could protect both Isabel and himself from any harm Mason might attempt.Trying to offer comfort, Jeremy assured her, "Isabel, I'll make sure nothing happens to you or me. We'll be cautious and vigilant. I'll even discuss the threatening letter and the incident with the authorities. We can obtain a restraining order against Mason if ne
Last Updated : 2023-09-25The Ugly Bride 63. Moving In With Mason
Third Person's POV:Olivia parked the car outside Mason's penthouse, and Isabel, lost in her thoughts, remained oblivious to their arrival. Concern filled Olivia's eyes as she observed her friend, unable to fathom Isabel's decision to give Mason a second chance.When Isabel had initially shared her choice with Olivia, it seemed like a bluff, but the reality of moving in with Mason caught Olivia off guard. Despite Olivia's attempts to dissuade her, Isabel stood firm, insisting it was her decision to give Mason another chance.Olivia couldn't shake the belief that Mason had coerced Isabel into this situation, but Isabel denied any external pressure, asserting that she was making this choice willingly. As Olivia watched Isabel, deeply lost in contemplation, regret crept in for not being more forceful in dissuading her friend from returning to her ex-husband."You still have time to change your mind, Isabel. You don't have to be afraid of any of his stupid threats and force yourself into
Last Updated : 2023-10-11The Ugly Bride 64. I Love Mason, Jeremy
Third Person's POV:The next morning, Isabel was roused from her sleep by a light knock on the door. Glancing at the clock, she realized she had a mere thirty minutes to get ready and head to her law school. Urgently, she sprang out of bed and hastened to the washroom to freshen up.After getting ready in record time, Isabel swung open her bedroom door to find Mason standing there, leaning against the wall. He was already dressed in his office attire, and she couldn't fathom why he lingered instead of heading to his own office.Without exchanging words and without waiting for him to speak, she pressed on, aware that time was slipping away."I've prepared breakfast for you. Let's eat first, and then I can drive you to your law school," Mason spoke, trailing behind her in an attempt to halt her departure.The mention of him preparing breakfast dampened her mood, and annoyance simmered. "I'm running late; I'll eat something later. And there's no need for you to drive me. I can go on my o
Last Updated : 2023-10-13The Ugly Bride 65. Just Pull The Trigger
Third Person's POV:Mason relinquished his hold on Jeremy, the declaration of Isabel's love for him acting as a powerful antidote to the volatile rage that had consumed him moments ago. In contrast, Jeremy felt a profound sense of defeat as Isabel's words replayed in his mind, each syllable inflicting a fresh wave of disbelief and pain.Isabel, however, harbored no remorse for using those words as a strategic shield to protect Jeremy from further harm. In that tumultuous moment, it seemed like the right thing to say, even if she didn't truly mean it. She couldn't help but feel an overwhelming sorrow for the injuries Jeremy had endured because of her."Let's go from here," Mason directed, seizing Isabel's wrist and leading her to his car. An uncomfortable silence enveloped them during the ride home, the atmosphere heavy with the aftermath of the brawl.Isabel found herself repulsed by the idea of sharing the same space with Mason, her mind haunted by the image of him ruthlessly assault
Last Updated : 2023-10-16The Ugly Bride 66. Had She Killed Mason?
Third Person's POV:Isabel awoke with a start, her eyes fluttering open to a dimly lit room. Gradually, the shadows surrendered to reveal the familiar surroundings of her bedroom. Yet, there was an unsettling weight in the air that lingered like a ghostly echo.As the darkness reluctantly unveiled its secrets, a rush of memories flooded Isabel's mind, a chilling encore of terror. There it was—the moment she was coerced by Mason to pull the trigger. The room echoed with the gunshot, and then, a void. A blank canvas of consciousness.She jolted upright, a bead of sweat tracing a path down her forehead. The realization struck her like a lightning bolt—had she killed Mason? Panic gripped her, and she replayed the moment in her mind, a twisted film reel of fear and desperation."No... No... It can't be. I didn't kill him. Mason must be alive," Isabel muttered to herself, the words hanging in the air like a fragile prayer. She glanced around, suddenly aware that the bed beneath her was a st
Last Updated : 2023-12-22The Ugly Bride 67. An Act To Hurt Me
Third Person's POV:It had been a month since Mason's arms were injured, but now they were fully healed. The two of them were on their way back from the hospital after his last checkup. Instead of heading home, Mason took a different route, leaving Isabel perplexed.When she asked about it out of curiosity, he simply said it was a surprise. Isabel couldn't fathom what kind of surprise he had in store, but she didn't protest. The mere fact that Mason was finally healed brought her immense joy.The past month had been challenging for Isabel, watching Mason endure the injury caused by her. She made every effort to stay by his side, assisting in his recovery. Fortunately, she proved to be a great support and took care of him with utmost care. In the process, they grew even closer.In the preceding month, no matter what Mason did to earn her forgiveness, Isabel always saw a strange and unfamiliar man. However, over the past month, she began to discover bits and pieces of Mason every day, a
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Hey there, Wow, we made it to the end. I honestly can’t believe it’s been two years since I started this story. It’s been a long road, and I know there were times when updates were slow, painfully slow, in fact. Life has a way of getting in the way, with college, work, and everything else that pops up unexpectedly.I want to take a moment to say I’m really sorry for those delays. I know it wasn’t easy to stick around, and yet, you did. That means more to me than I can put into words. You didn’t just read this story; you waited for it, supported it, and saw it through to the end. That kind of loyalty and patience is rare, and I’m so grateful to have had you along for this ride.I may have only a few readers, but each of you is incredibly special to me. Your support, patience, and encouragement have made all the difference. Knowing that you were there, waiting and reading, kept me going.Thank you, truly, for sticking with me and this story. I promise I’ll do my best to keep writing and
The Ugly Bride Author's Note
***[I've made a mistake. Please Don't buy this chapter, This Author notes will be for free on the next chapter]Hey there,Wow, we made it to the end. I honestly can’t believe it’s been two years since I started this story. It’s been a long road, and I know there were times when updates were slow, painfully slow, in fact. Life has a way of getting in the way, with college, work, and everything else that pops up unexpectedly.I want to take a moment to say I’m really sorry for those delays. I know it wasn’t easy to stick around, and yet, you did. That means more to me than I can put into words. You didn’t just read this story; you waited for it, supported it, and saw it through to the end. That kind of loyalty and patience is rare, and I’m so grateful to have had you along for this ride.I may have only a few readers, but each of you is incredibly special to me. Your support, patience, and encouragement have made all the difference. Knowing that you were there, waiting and reading, kept
The Ugly Bride Epilogue 03
Third Person's POV:It was unlike Isabel to be so bold, and Mason couldn’t help but chuckle at her newfound daring. But beneath his amusement, his eyes darkened with lust upon the prospect of breeding her once more.His gaze was steady, neither giving affirmation nor outright refusal. Her desperation was palpable, as if she was doing everything she could to persuade him.Isabel's glistening eyes locked onto his, pleading earnestly. Seeing her so vulnerable and determined, Mason felt utterly defeated. He responded with a long, passionate kiss, surrendering to the intensity of the moment.Mason's fingers dug into her hips as he flipped them over, pinning Isabel beneath him with a sudden, fierce hunger. The look in his eyes was darker now, filled with raw, unbridled lust that made Isabel's pulse quicken and her breath hitch.“You want another baby?” he growled, his voice thick with desire as he leaned down, his lips grazing the sensitive skin of her neck. “Then I’ll give you one. But rem
The Ugly Bride Epilogue 02
Third Person's POV:Five Years Later....Isabel was buried in her study, absorbed in the papers for her upcoming cases. The clock had slipped past eleven, but she was so deep into her work that she hadn’t even noticed. It wasn’t until the faint clatter of noise from the kitchen broke through her concentration that she glanced at the time.A wave of irritation washed over her as she realized their son was still awake at this late hour. The exhaustion from a day spent pouring over legal documents hit her all at once, and she decided to step away from her work.The house was cloaked in darkness when she emerged from her study. It didn’t take her long to figure out what was going on. She knew Mason and Alex had likely plunged the house into darkness for one of their father-son video game nights, thinking she wouldn’t catch on.Isabel felt a surge of frustration toward Mason. He was spoiling their boy by giving in to every whim, no matter how late it was.“Alex! Where are you?” Isabel call
The Ugly Bride Epilogue 01
Third Person's POV:Isabel’s heart broke as she watched him tear up, his dry lips trembling with every word. She reached out to him, desperate to pull him back from the edge. "What have you done to yourself, Mason? You've...""Please leave. Le... Leave me alone," Mason screamed abruptly, pressing his hands to his ears as if trying to block out her voice, her very existence.Isabel stood frozen, her mind spinning, unable to comprehend the depth of his despair. As she moved closer, Mason curled into himself even more, his body trembling violently. The sight of him—so broken, so terrified—left her breathless with sorrow."Mason, what’s wrong? Talk to me, please. I’m here for you," Isabel pleaded, but the more she tried to reach him, the more he seemed to spiral. His body shook uncontrollably, each tremor more violent than the last, and Isabel was left standing there, helpless and heartbroken, unsure how to save the man she loved.Mason pulled away from Isabel again, his movements frantic
The Ugly Bride 90. You Shouldn't Be Here
Third Person's POV:As the night dragged on, Isabel couldn’t calm her racing thoughts. Sleep had long evaded her, her mind consumed by thoughts of Mason. Anna had urged her to rest and not worry too much, but Isabel’s determination to see Mason after hearing all that Anna had shared was unwavering.Concerned for her baby, Isabel decided to wait until morning, but her impatience grew with each passing second. Her breathing became uneven as her mind churned with the worst possible outcomes.Unable to wait any longer, Isabel climbed out of bed, resolved to go see Mason. She was determined not to wake Anna or anyone else, knowing how exhausted they were from organizing the baby shower.Moving quietly, she grabbed a car key and headed to the garage. With no drivers available at this late hour, Isabel made the decision to drive herself. She felt nervous; her driving skills were rusty, having only taken a few lessons months ago when she and Mason were still together.But Isabel’s resolve was
The Ugly Bride 89. Gift Is From Mason
Third Person's POV:Six Months Later.....As winter settled in, the London air grew colder, biting with a chill that seeped through the walls. Isabel stood by the window, staring out at the dreary sky, heavy with the promise of rain—something she despised about living here. The city felt oppressively gray, the kind of weather that made her long for warmth and sunlight.With a sigh, she turned away from the window and focused on packing. Her flight to Florida was in a few hours, and though returning there was the last thing she wanted, she knew she had no choice. Being 32 weeks pregnant and far from family, she realized she couldn't go through this alone.Mason's parents and her mother, Jenna, had been urging her to come back for weeks. They had planned a baby shower and insisted she needed to be there, especially with her due date looming next month. Reluctantly, Isabel had taken a leave of absence from law school, agreeing to make the move, if only temporarily.The thought of reuniti
The Ugly Bride 88. You're Bound To Leave
Third Person's POV:In the morning, Isabel was finally allowed to visit Mason in his room. When she arrived, she found him still asleep. His arm and hand were heavily bandaged, and seeing them filled her with a deep sense of guilt. She couldn't shake the feeling that she had failed him by not being there to prevent the attack.The thought of what could have happened if things had gone worse made her feel selfish. If Mason had lost his life, she could never forgive herself for not doing more to protect him.She approached his bedside quietly, careful not to wake him. She had already spoken to the doctor, who had confirmed that Mason’s injuries were severe and would take time to heal. Still, she felt a surge of relief knowing that his life was no longer in immediate danger.As she watched him sleep, Isabel was overwhelmed by a mixture of longing and uncertainty. She reached out tentatively to stroke his face but hesitated, reminding herself that she had no right to touch him. She wasn’t
The Ugly Bride 87. He Is Not My Husband
Third Person's POV:As the terror of the moment erupted, Mason's eyes frantically sought Isabel, silently pleading for her to hide. His bloody palm struggled to hold back the knife, but his strength was fading fast. Just as he felt himself slipping, a gunshot shattered the air, followed by a woman's scream that sliced through the chaos.The weight of the attacker suddenly lifted from Mason as the man collapsed to the side, the knife slipping from his grip. Mason, bracing for the fatal blow with his eyes clenched shut, hesitated before daring to look. When he did, he saw the floor beneath the man’s head quickly darkening with fresh blood.The apartment door burst open, and police officers swarmed in. One of them approached Mason, snapping him out of his daze. "Are you okay, sir?"Mason couldn’t find his voice. The trauma of what had just unfolded left him numb, and the searing pain in his arm and hand from the stab wound clouded his thoughts. All that mattered in that moment was Isabel
