“He’s just light-headed with happiness about his new bride! Silly boy!” Anthony’s usual defiance melted away, and a blush crept up from his neck to his cheeks. Holly rolled her eyes, huffed, and took her seat again. The wedding proceeded without a hitch, but as it was winding down, Holly complained about … Read more
Holly’s laughter rang out, unrestrained and mocking. “Yasmine, who would’ve thought your infamous curse label would reach your dear husband’s ears so fast?” She paused, her voice dropping to a whisper. “A curse and a loser. You two are a match made in heaven.” My fists balled up tight, knuckles popping with … Read more
While tending to the cattle in the mountains, I would steal moments under a tree, nibbling on bread and washing it down with cold water as I read my books. It was nothing but work and study, and that was how I managed to get into a prestigious city university. My parents liked to brag, … Read more
Author: Perfect Timing The Brown family was not thrilled with the message, but they clenched their jaws and agreed. That night, the wedding presents arrived at our doorstep, and Holly paraded her designer watch from one end of the village to the other. By the flickering light of a kerosene lamp, my parents counted out 12,000 … Read more
Then, she glanced my way and said, “Lucky you! Off to the Browns’ place. Don’t forget to scout some decent guys for your sister. Skip nobodies like Anthony. She’s college-bound and deserves a guy with power, like the Commander!” My parents always put my sister first when it came to the good stuff. As for … Read more
Chapter 1 Author: Perfect Timing “That’s the high-ranking official’s son! What a golden chance. If Yasmine hadn’t brought them that meal back then, do you really think you’d have this shot at marrying up?” “So what if his dad’s got leverage? Anthony’s just a grunt for now, and I’m focused about getting into college. After that, … Read more