All Chapters of The Pretend Wife: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

He took a deep breath and gazed into my eyes, delivering the words that every girl dreams of hearing, "Will you marry me?"The thought of finally finding my "prince charming" made my heart skip a beat. However, the romantic moment that I had envisioned was quickly shattered by what followed."Are you serious? Is it your hobby to scare strangers you meet in parks with the prospect of marriage? I don't even know you!" I exclaimed, trying to make sense of the situation.Frustrated, he pleaded with me, "Please, just hear me out."Despite my reservations, I decided to stay and listen to what he had to say."I come from one of the wealthiest families in this area," he explained, as if that was all there was to it.I couldn't help but roll my eyes. It was the biggest understatement I had heard all year.Ignoring my reaction, he continued, "I've just graduated from the University, and my parents are on my neck to get married to a 'nice girl,' settle down, and be in charge of the family busines

Jasper's POV As I hastily cleaned up the spilled beer, my eyes were drawn to her. She exuded a captivating aura, as though she belonged on the front cover of a magazine. It was as if a fairy godmother had worked her magic, transforming the unassuming maid into a stunning Cinderella. I found myself filled with regret for not having pursued her romantically instead of just settling for a business deal. Despite her undeniable beauty, I couldn't help but notice that she seemed to have a penchant for high-maintenance habits. She had received multiple calls about unpaid bills in the short time I had known her, and I wondered what she spent so much money on. Perhaps it was food, as I had never seen a woman eat so voraciously. Nevertheless, it was refreshing to be in the company of someone who defied societal norms and didn't care about appearances.Unlike the other women I had dated, she didn't aggressively pursue me, but she had a knack for spending money just like them. It was perplexing -

Shock registered in her widened eyes, but it was quickly replaced by a softness as Mrs. Madison wrapped her arms around me in a warm embrace. "Congratulations, my dear. You've certainly tamed this young man," she said with a kind smile.Jasper, on the other hand, looked less pleased by the attention. His expression hardened as he observed our interaction, clearly annoyed. I could feel the weight of my guilt settling in my stomach as Mrs. Madison went about her morning routine. The lie I had told was beginning to take its toll on me. I turned away before it could consume me entirely.I went to Jasper's room to retrieve my clothes, but as I held up my old purple t-shirt, I was met with his disapproving gaze. "You can't possibly wear that again," he remarked snidely.I shot him a sharp retort, but held my tongue as he reminded me of the charade we had agreed upon. After all, he was my boss, and I had to play along with this facade for the next year. It was super frustrating, to say the le

After ending my phone call, I noticed Cassandra approaching me with a confident stride. She had finished her work earlier than usual, thanks to her exceptional efficiency. "You're a fortunate man, Mr. Jasper. She's truly a gem!" I remarked with a smile before bidding her farewell. I couldn't help but feel grateful for Cassandra's presence, especially considering my previous girlfriends who often left in disgust.I went in search of Cassandra and found her in my room, meticulously organizing the clothes and shoes we had bought the day before. Her attention to detail was impressive, but my curiosity quickly turned to concern as I watched her open my cupboard. To my horror, all my belongings came crashing down, burying Cassandra under a pile of clothes, books, and sports equipment.I rushed to her aid, trying to suppress my laughter as I pulled her out of the chaos. To make matters worse, she had inadvertently put on an old girlfriend's underwear on her head. It was an embarrassing sight,

All of a sudden, my eyes locked onto someone making their way towards us, their face adorned with a wide, insincere grin. My grip on my glass tightened instinctively as I braced myself. And there he was, the one person I despised more than anyone else."Jasper, my man!" Nick exclaimed, reaching out for a hug. I quickly raised a hand to stop him, denying him any physical contact. Cassandra and Nuella returned from the restroom just then, and I felt my jaw clenching as Nick looked at me with disappointment, clearly expecting a warmer reception.You might be wondering who Nick is. Well, he used to be one of my closest friends, until I caught him and my girlfriend in a compromising position a year ago. They both begged for forgiveness, but I made the painful decision to cut them out of my life. Julie was the only woman I had ever given my heart to, and she had shattered it into a million pieces.I held Cassandra tightly, feeling the warmth of her body and the intoxicating scent that envelo