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LEO'S POVI sensed a figure hovering over me. At first, I thought it was Rachel, but then I realized it wasn't her scent.Before I opened my eyes, I heard her words.“Excuse me, you know, I think you seem to have an unrequited interest in my husband.”I stayed silent, listening to their conversation.For some reason, I felt satisfied with Rachel’s comebacks.I could sense the tension between them.I know Helen is saying those things because she seems to be interested in me, but what about Rachel? What was her reason for doing so?“So you were awake?!” she asked, hands on her hips, as though she felt betrayed.I opened my eyes and sat up, raising my face to meet her gaze. Her eyes showed she had just woken up.“Yeah,” was all I could mutter.“Oh, I see. So you enjoyed it while she was here hovering over you?” she asked again, and I wondered why she was so invested in it.“Why do you care?” I asked, and it looked as though those words hurt her. She kept quiet and turned to leave but then
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RACHEL'S POVI can't remember the last time I played hide and seek; it's not fun at all. I really hope Leo finds me soon. There's a screen in the room where we can watch our husbands searching for us.The room I'm in is dark blue, filled with luxury items that only a billionaire would have to pass the time—there’s a state-of-the-art entertainment system, a stocked bar with vintage wines, gourmet snacks, and even a mini spa setup. Anything to keep from getting bored.I sat down at the table filled with food and remembered Barrister Hudson’s call earlier, informing me that the first court appearance is on Tuesday, just after we leave this castle.I felt suffocated, wondering what the prosecutors had against me.I watched through the screen as the men kept searching for us.Leo hadn’t made a move yet. I don’t know what he’s thinking.All the rooms had the same color doors, but there was something that differentiated them: the door knobs.I chose this room because I liked the design of the
Unexpected Romance, Contract marriage CH. TWENTY TWO- DOES SHE CARE?
LEO'S POVOf course, I hate Rachel, but I’d rather be in the same room with her than with Helen.For the past few weeks, I haven’t rested well, and after what happened yesterday in the forest, it’s been nothing but a headache. I really need to get some proper rest once we leave this castle.I told myself this as I slowly opened my eyes. I turned to see if Rachel was in the room, but she was nowhere to be found.Then the door opened gently, and there she was, peeking in to see if I was awake.“Thank goodness, you’re awake,” she said, approaching the bed.“If you feel you can stand up, then I need you to get ready because it’s almost time for the ball dance,” she said, and I ignored her.I always ignore her when I have no interest in picking a fight. She had this look in her eyes, as if she wanted to ask, “Are you feeling better?” but I knew she wouldn’t actually say it.Why was I even expecting her to ask?I sat up and slowly got out of bed while she watched my every move.Of course, I’
Unexpected Romance, Contract marriage CH.TWENTY THREE- CARE FOR A DANCE?
RACHEL'S POV**CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE****RACHEL’S POV**My mind went blank when Leo said those words. I could sense the anger in his voice, but there was also a hurt that seemed to seep through his tone. Perhaps that was why he was so aggressive toward Peter.The question I asked took a lot of courage. I wanted to mind my own business, but worry kept pushing me to ask.When I asked, Leo’s lips parted as if he wanted to answer, but then he shut them again and remained silent. I understood. Not everyone is willing to open up about personal matters, especially when their so-called enemy suddenly acts out of character.About an hour later, I got dressed in my red silky gown. The dress was form-fitting, with a deep V-neckline that added a touch of allure. The fabric shimmered under the light, and the thigh-high slit showed off my legs. The heels I wore were elegant, with delicate straps that glistened, exuding both luxury and grace.Sometimes, I wished I were Marilyn Monroe, but then again,
Unexpected Romance, Contract marriage CH.TWENTY FOUR- HATRED AGAIN!
LEO’S POVRachel looked absolutely stunning in her red dress. The gown hugged her figure in all the right places, flowing elegantly down her legs with a thigh-high slit that added a hint of daring. The silky fabric shimmered under the lights, catching every glint and enhancing her radiant beauty. Her heels were the perfect complement—delicate, high, and exuding an air of sophistication that spoke of both elegance and expense.I was taken aback by how beautiful she looked, but I wasn’t about to let her know that. When I sensed the sincerity in her voice as she asked about Helen, I slowly opened up, realizing she wasn’t planning anything. Then, unexpectedly, the words escaped my mouth: “Care for a dance?”Rachel was silent for a moment, then nodded with a “sure.”I felt a strange satisfaction when she accepted. I wasn’t sure what would follow, but I stretched out my hand, and she placed hers in mine. I couldn’t remember the last time we held hands like this, but her touch was warm and s
Unexpected Romance, Contract marriage CH. TWENTY FIVE- GUESS WE ARE EVEN
RACHEL’S POVI forgot everything—the past, my hatred towards Leo. I had been mistaken for a while, but thank goodness my vision cleared before it was too late.Perhaps I should not have signed up for this variety show. Everything started going wrong the day I joined, but what could I do now?I paced back and forth in the room, unable to sleep despite the hour. I hoped Leo wouldn’t wake and see me distressed. I had tried various plans, but none seemed viable.My primary focus now had to be proving my innocence as quickly as possible while devising a business plan to boost my mall and reduce its losses.In the morning, I had breakfast and began my meditation while Leo went to exercise. I no longer wanted to think about him, even in my thoughts. I resolved never to make that mistake again.The other couples sensed the growing distance between us, including Helen. Oh, please, she deserved him, and he deserved her. They were birds of the same feather—betrayers.Minutes later, we rested. Acc
Unexpected Romance, Contract marriage CH. TWENTY SIX- THE GAME
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Unexpected Romance, Contract marriage CH.TWENTY SEVEN- AN OFFER
RACHEL’S POVThe court proceedings were tougher than I had anticipated. The questions were direct and unrelenting, leaving little room for avoidance. While I might not have caused Sarah Eli’s death through power tripping, my negligence in handling my employees was glaringly evident. It took nearly an hour and a half to finish, and once we were done, I headed back to the company for an emergency meeting with all the directors.“What on earth is going on? I’m already framed for a case, and instead of focusing on how to get back on our feet, someone leaked information about ‘Leo’s first blah blah’ to the media. Who is responsible?” I demanded, my frustration palpable.Despite the fact that Leo was now facing a crisis, something I had secretly hoped for, I needed to understand why my team had acted without my knowledge.“I asked again, who is responsible?” I repeated, emphasizing each word. I needed answers on why they took such action without informing me.“I—I did,” came a familiar voice
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