Emily's life is turned upside down when she's forced to agree to a contract marriage with Cade, a wealthy and influential man. Cade's parents have arranged for him to marry Isabel, but he's desperate to escape this fate. Emily, struggling to save her parents' business, her , and her friends, sees this as a necessary evil. Complications and Tensions: 1. Isabel, the jilted fiancée, vows to destroy Emily's reputation and sabotage the contract marriage. 2. Cade's true intentions are shrouded in mystery, leaving Emily questioning her decision. 3. Emily's loved ones are wary of Cade's motives, adding strain to her relationships. 4. As Emily navigates her new role, she uncovers secrets about Cade's past and his family's business dealings. Stakes: 1. Emily's parents' business and financial security. 2. Her and professional reputation. 3. Her friends' trust and loyalty. 4. Cade's freedom from his arranged marriage. Character Development: 1. Emily: From vulnerable and desperate to empowered and self-assured. 2. Cade: From self-serving to genuinely invested in Emily's well-being. 3. Isabel: From vindictive to confrontational, revealing hidden depths. Potential Twists: 1. Cade's past mistakes threaten to derail the contract marriage. 2. Emily discovers a hidden clause in the contract. 3. Isabel's true motivations are revealed, adding complexity to her character. Emotional Arc: Emily and Cade's relationship evolves from mutual convenience to genuine connection. Will they find love amidst the chaos, or will their differences tear them apart?
View MoreI stood at the balcony, lost in thought, as the memories of Emily's reaction flooded my mind. She had always looked at me with love and adoration, but when she remembered the truth, her expression transformed into one of hatred and disgust.That was why I had kept the secret hidden for so long. I had been terrified that if she found out, she would hate me, and I couldn't bear the thought of losing her. But now that she knew, I was consumed by the fear that she would never forgive me.If she wakes up, she'll hate me, I thought, my mind racing with dread. She might even ask for a divorce. The thought sent a chill down my spine.Just then, David's voice cut through my thoughts, his tone dripping with malice. "Thinking about Emily, or are you thinking about what you did to her?" he taunted, his eyes glinting with amusement as he walked towards me."Don't start with me, I'm not in the mood for your nonsense," I warned, my patience wearing thin.But David just smirked, his eyes glinting wit
EMILY’S POV (TEN YEARS AGO)I walked back into the kitchen, my heart still racing from what I had just overheard. My mom was finishing her food, a forced smile on her face as she caught my eye. I returned the smile, trying to reassure her, but I knew she was scared. We both were.My uncle and his family owned the island, and everyone here seemed to be under their control. It was as if they were above the law. I knew that no one would dare to cross them, especially not the police.My mom's voice broke the silence. "Should we just go back to the States?" she asked, her eyes searching mine for answers.I hesitated, knowing that we had nowhere to go. My mom had always said that we couldn't go back, that we had to make a new life for ourselves here.But now, she was willing to risk everything to get us out of this place. "But we have nowhere to go, you always said that to me," I reminded her.My mom's expression turned determined. "I'll figure something out, let's just
EMILY’S POV (TEN YEARS AGO) ( The night of the festival)I lay on the bed, feeling defiled and dirty. The night that was supposed to be special had turned into a nightmare. I couldn't believe what had just happened.Cade's voice cut through my thoughts, making me feel even more wretched. "I hope you're using protection, cause I never used one," he said, his tone casual as he got dressed.I felt a wave of shame wash over me. How could he be so nonchalant about what we had just done? "Hey, it's not something you should get worked up over," he said, his eyes glinting with a mixture of amusement and malice. "You wanted it just as much as I did."His words were like a slap in the face, making me hate myself even more. I felt like I was drowning in a sea of shame and regret.But then Cade's expression turned ugly, his eyes flashing with anger. "Fine, then, since you've decided to act immature about it, I'll also do the same," he spat. "Don't get it wrong, this is for get
I stood frozen, my eyes fixed on Emily as she crouched on the floor, her body shaking with sobs. "You rapist, stay away from me!" she yelled, her voice hoarse from crying.I felt like I'd been punched in the gut. How did she find out? How did she know what happened? I thought, my mind reeling with questions.I took a step forward, my hands outstretched. "Emily, I can explain," I said, desperate to justify myself somehow.But Emily's words cut through my defenses like a knife. "I had begged you to stop, I had asked you to stop, but you didn't listen," she said, her voice cracking with emotion.I felt a wave of shame wash over me. I had never meant to hurt her, but I had. And now, I had to face the consequences."Emily, please listen to me, I beg you," I said, my voice shaking with regret.But Emily just shook her head, her eyes streaming with tears. "Don't come near me, please," she begged, her voice barely above a whisper.I knew that she needed time to cool off, to process her emotio
EMILY’S POV I tried to pull out of David's arms, but he held me back, his grip tight. "I thought you had left for good," he said, his voice filled with emotion as he held me tight.I tried to explain, but David cut me off. "Why did you leave without saying a thing?" he asked, his eyes searching mine as he let go of me to stare at me.I hesitated, unsure of how to respond. "I had to be..." I started to say, but David didn't let me finish."Oh my!" I exclaimed, startled, as he pulled me into his arms again."I don't want to know your reason," David said, his voice filled with relief. "I'm just glad that you're back."I pushed him away, feeling a sense of unease. Why was David so glad that I was back? What did he know that I didn't?"I'll head to my room now?" I said, trying to sound casual.But David's response was unexpected. "Can't you see it?" he said suddenly, his eyes wide with excitement.I felt a surge of confusion. "See what?" I asked, my heart pounding with anticipation.David
EMILY’S POV I sat in stunned silence, my mind reeling with the weight of my discovery. I had always sensed that something was off, a nagging feeling that had haunted me for as long as I could remember. And now, I had finally uncovered the truth.But as I gazed blankly into space, I couldn't help but wonder if I had made a terrible mistake. Would it have been better to remain in the dark, to never have sought out the truth? I thought about how blissfully ignorant I had been just days before, and a pang of regret shot through me."If only I could go back," I whispered to myself, my voice barely audible. "If only I could erase the memories of the past three days." But it was too late now. The truth was out, and I was left to grapple with the devastating consequences. (FLASH BACK ) THREE DAYS AGOAs I sipped the welcome champagne, its sweet, fizzy taste danced on my tongue. But it wasn't long before the exhaustion of the previous day's events caught up wi
CADE’S POV "This is my picture from when I was graduating college," Emily said, a nostalgic smile on her face as she flipped through the pages of the family album.As we continued to browse through the album, a particular photo caught my eye. "And what about this?" I asked, pointing to a picture of Emily surrounded by a group of guys at the beach.Emily's eyes sparkled with amusement. "Oh, this was my first project after finishing my advertising course," she explained.My curiosity was piqued. "What? Your first project? What sort of project would a girl be doing amongst all these guys?" I asked, raising an eyebrow.Emily chuckled. "I had to help them advertise their beach. This is a photo taken when we were making the advert," she said, her eyes shining with memories of the experience."I don't like this at all," I said, my eyes narrowing as I gazed at the photo. "They're all male. Which one of them hit on you?" I asked, feeling a pang of jealousy.Emily burst out laughing, her eyes
"Please, I don't want her finding out like this," I begged softly, my voice cracking with desperation. "I want her to know the truth from me. Please, don't tell her the truth yet."Mrs. Wilburn's expression was incredulous, her eyes blazing with anger. "Isn't this being more shameless?" she spat. "You don't want her to know the sort of bastard you are? You want her to keep on loving the bastard who raped her?"Her husband placed a calming hand on her arm. "Honey, take it easy," he said, his voice soothing.But Mrs. Wilburn shook him off, her anger and pain boiling over. "For years, I had to see that struggle to be back to normal," she said, her voice trembling. "The nightmares, the flashbacks, the fear... and now you're asking me to keep the truth from her again?""Racheal was just a happy girl, remember?" Mrs. Wilburn's voice trembled with emotion, her eyes welling up with tears. "She and her mom would light up any room they entered, their smiles infectious and bright. But after she
CADE’S POV As the air hostess's voice came over the speakers, I felt a mix of relief and anxiety. "Okay, sir, enjoy your flight," she said, her tone cheerful and upbeat. But I couldn't shake off the feeling of unease that had been building up inside me since we left the mansion.The routine checks and procedures before boarding the plane had been exhausting, but it was Emily's silence that was really worrying me. She hadn't spoken to me since we left the mansion, and every time I tried to talk to her, she would only respond with a monosyllabic "yes" or "no".I couldn't help but think that something was wrong. Ever since her parents' call, Emily had been acting strange. She seemed distant, preoccupied, and I couldn't help but wonder what was going on in her mind.As I pondered the reason behind Emily's silence, I couldn't shake off the feeling that it was my fault. Had I been too abrupt in asking her to leave the resort and come with me to the city? The resort held a special place in
The alarm's jarring shriek shattered my tranquil slumber, leaving me disoriented and yearning for a few more moments of reprieve. I groggily silenced the persistent beep, only to be met with my mother's gentle but firm encouragement. "Time to rise, Emily! You can't be late for work, sweetie," she said, sweeping into my room with a warm smile. As she flung open the curtains, a cascade of golden sunlight poured in, bathing my cozy sanctuary in a warm glow. I winced, shielding my sleep-heavy eyes from the vibrant light. "Just a few more minutes, Mom, please?" I pleaded, my voice laced with desperation, as I snuggled deeper into the comforting blankets. My mother's soft chuckle filled the room, accompanied by the gentle rustle of her clothes as she approached my bed. "No, darling, you've slept enough. Today awaits!" She gently pulled back the covers, inviting me to start the day. "Come on, Emily! Stop being lazy and get up!" my mother exclaimed, her words infused with a mix of amuseme...
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