All Chapters of Married by Circumstances : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

The sun streamed through the large windows of Jasmine’s cozy living room, filling the space with warmth. Jasmine was sitting on the couch, scrolling through her phone, when she heard the doorbell ring. With a wide grin, she jumped up to answer it.“Finally! Look who decided to finally show up!” Jasmine teased, pulling Kate into a warm hug. “I thought you’d forgotten all about your old friends now that you’re married!”Never!” Kate laughed, stepping inside. “I’ve just been buried under work at the boutique. It’s been a bit hectic.” My best friend decided to grace me with her presence!” Jasmine exclaimed, hugging Kate into a tightly as she stepped inside.“Hey! I know I’ve been MIA,” Kate said, laughing lightly. “Between the boutique and everything else, it’s been a whirlwind.”Jasmine plopped back onto the couch, smirking. “Busy with the boutique or busy being married? You can’t fool me!”Jasmine stepped back, giving her a mock-serious look. “A whirlwind? Or just married life mak

The next week, as they stood in front of the cameras as they were about to leave the gala, the world outside seemed to fade away. The press gathered, their eager faces a stark reminder of the storm they were about to face.Sebastian squeezed Kate’s hand, drawing strength from her presence. He stepped forward, the lights flashing around them, and began, “Thank you all for being here. We have an important announcement to make regarding the recent allegations surrounding our family and business…”As he spoke, he felt a wave of determination wash over him. This was their moment—a chance to reclaim their narrative and solidify their partnership in the face of adversity.Kate stood resolute beside him, her expression unwavering. Together, they would face the whirlwind, ready to emerge stronger on the other side.---The aftermath of the gala felt like a whirlwind, with media outlets dissecting every word Sebastian and Kate had shared. As they returned to the office the next day, tension hun

The next afternoon, Sebastian and Kate found themselves at the hospital, checking on Kate’s mother after her latest treatment. The atmosphere was tense, the sterile smell of antiseptic mingling with the weight of uncertainty. As they walked through the familiar hallways, Sebastian could feel the stress of the past few weeks weighing heavily on both of them.“Are you okay?” Kate asked, glancing up at him. Her concern was palpable, and he appreciated her effort to lighten the mood, even if he wasn’t in the right headspace for it.“Just trying to keep it together,” he replied, forcing a smile. “But I’ll be better once we see your mom.”As they approached the waiting area, Sebastian spotted a familiar figure leaning against the wall, chatting animatedly on his phone. It was Rodriguez, a client from Kate’s former marketing company. Sebastian had heard Kate mention him a few times but had never met him.“Is that…?” Kate’s voice trailed off as she noticed him too.“Yeah, it is,” Sebastian re

The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over Los Angeles as Sebastian’s ex, Susan, leaned against the bar at a trendy downtown lounge. She sipped her drink, her mind racing with thoughts of Kate and Sebastian’s unexpected marriage. Feeling angry, she was determined to take action.“Are you waiting for someone?” a smooth voice interrupted her thoughts. She looked up to see Rodriguez, the persistent marketer who had shown interest in Kate.“Susan,” she introduced herself, her tone cool but curious. “And you are?”“Rodriguez,” he replied, extending a hand. “I’ve seen you around. I know you’re Sebastian’s ex. You’re not thrilled about his new marriage, are you?”“Not exactly,” Susan said, arching an eyebrow. “He didn’t want to talk to me at all after the marriage”Rodriguez leaned in closer, intrigued. “It seems like you’re not the only one feeling left out. I’m interested in Kate, too. Maybe we have some common goals.”A flicker of interest sparked in Susan’s eyes. “What ar

pThe sun peeked through the clouds as Kate went home, her mind racing with the conversation she had just had with sleepine. The weight of her secret had been lifted, but new anxieties bubbled to the surface. She was developing feelings for Sebastian, and that realization felt both exhilarating and terrifying.As she pulled into the driveway, she caught a glimpse of Sebastian’s car parked outside. Her heart quickened at the thought of seeing him. Would he feel the same way she did? Would he be receptive to her feelings, or would he shut her down?Stepping inside, she found Sebastian in the living room, flipping through paperwork. His brows furrowed in concentration, and for a moment, she simply admired him—his strong jawline, the way he focused so intently on his tasks. But then, he looked up, and their eyes met.“Hey, you’re back early,” he said, a hint of a smile softening his features.“Yeah, I had some things to take care of,” she replied, trying to keep her voice steady. “How was