Chapter 10 She quickly hid the happy look on her face. Then forced out two tears as she looked at me. “Tessa, it’s been a while. “You always hated me, so I stayed out of sight for four years. “But I’m sorry, I can’t hide anymore. Not today.” Then she looked at Ryan with deep … Read more
Chapter 9 Ryan lit up. “Tessa, I knew—” I flipped my wrist, the ring slipped from my hand, and disappeared. “You’re right, I’m not marrying Nathan here today. This place feels dirty.” I stepped back and took Nathan’s hand. “Nathan, how about we get the marriage license today and plan the ceremony for another day?” … Read more
Chapter 8 Ryan’s expression twisted, and then he scoffed. “Seriously? Tessa, I already agreed not to run away from marriage, what more do you want? “I don’t get what your problem is. Quit being dramatic, will you? I don’t have the patience for your act.” He still didn’t seem to get it. “So you just … Read more
Chapter 7 11 2008 Vouchers “Is this wedding happening? Just say if not, don’t waste our time!” “Exactly, who cares who she marries, they’re family.” “Honestly, Ryan has run away 99 times; it’s obvious he doesn’t want to marry Tessa. Only Tessa, being so lovesick, would put up with this; anyone else would’ve called off … Read more
Chapter 6 I took the mic with a smile and motioned for my assistant to bring out the box of prepared slips. “Sorry to make you all sit through so many weddings. I came up with a game this time. All single guys are welcome to play. “Whoever draws number 100 gets to marry me … Read more
Chapter 5 The next morning, I was yanked out of bed, shoved into a wedding dress, and dragged to a perfectly staged wedding venue. Seeing my sour expression, Ryan frowned. “You’re holding up the shipment over something this small? Your future father–in–law is still waiting on those goods, you know?” After finding out yesterday that … Read more
Chapter 4 11 288 vouchers I ignored him and got dressed before finally looking at him. “How did you get in?” Ryan sat up, clearly annoyed. “You think I need permission to enter my own place?” stared. “Since when is this your place?” “You’re mine, so everything that belongs to your family is mine too.” … Read more
Chapter 3 I was freaking out inside, but stayed cool and asked, “How do you know?” There was silence for a few seconds, then I faintly heard a woman’s flirty voice in the background. Ryan coughed, sounding annoyed. “Doesn’t matter. Just bring the contract tomorrow.” Then he hung up. I didn’t hesitate–I shot the number … Read more
Chapter 2 Another commotion, finally over. I was completely wiped out. Back at the villa, I collapsed on the couch, staring at the empty place and trying to clear my messy thoughts. I was 14 when my parents finally found me. Just like some soap opera–some fake daughter lived in luxury for the 14 years … Read more
Chapter 1 “Tessa, looks like it’s not meant to be yet. You draw the lot yourself. It’s fair, not my fault. “Don’t worry, let’s set the next wedding for three days from now. I’m sure you’ll get the marriage slip then.” Ryan quickly took off his tux, revealing shorts and a T–shirt underneath. I laughed … Read more