All Chapters of Contract Marriage with the Disabled Billionaire : Chapter 1 - Chapter 4

Darren's PovThe smell of expensive whiskey, burning wood, and desperation filled the suite air. Isadora's middle-aged father sat across from me, his hand trembling as he reached for his glass. The man was everything I hated in a person — weak, pathetic, and the kind of man who would sell his own soul for big bucks. But tonight, the commodity wouldn't be his soul. It happened to be his one and only daughter. I drummed my fingers against the polished desk, the sound echoing in the vast suite. The room was dimly lit but that didn't stop the faint golden light from casting long shadows across my scarred face. My reflection was something I didn't like looking at — half man, half beast in expensive clothing. At least that's what the entire New York thinks. Well, their whispered rumours weren't far from the truth.Ugly.Hideous.A monster.And so much worse.But I didn't give a fuck.I had everything I needed. I had everything money could buy — A private island to escape the world, a custo

Isadora's Pov1 WEEK LATER,Darren had a meeting with the major and, for some reason, decided I should tag along. I had no idea what his game was, but I agreed anyway.After getting ready, I stepped out of the en suite — only to freeze at the sight on my bed.A red dress was sprawled across the bed. It looked like something out of a high-fashion magazine, deep crimson fabric shimmering under the soft lighting. Next to it, a small note in Darren's elegant handwriting : “Wear this”I scoffed, picking up the dress with a critical eye. Just what was he playing at? Still, curiosity got the better of me and a few minutes later, I found myself slipping into the silky fabric.As I walked down the grand staircase, I overheard Darren’s voice drifting through the air.He was on a call, his tone calm and businesslike. But the moment our eyes met, he stopped mid-sentence and then his cheeks turned pink.Wait.Darren was blushing?He ended the call abruptly, shoving his phone into his pocket lik