Chapter 13%
Emma’s POV
, and you’re “Happiness? What kind of happiness can you have with that Thompson guy? The Reeds has such good connections, throwing it all away! Now, what are we supposed to do when we go out and face people?” My mom’s voice was relentless, her words cutting through the air.
1 rolled my eyes and shot back, “Mom, if you’re embarrassed, then don’t go out. I’m getting married for myself, not for your reputation”
Jason couldn’t find me, so, naturally, he took his anger out on my parents. He called them up, blasting them for raising such an ungrateful, fickle daughter who was just “climbing the social ladder.” Then, he threatened to sever all business ties between our families and demanded they send me back to the country immediately.
Of course, my parents, already furious with me, were now completely fed up.
They bombarded my phone with calls, crying, pleading, and even threatening me. It felt like they couldn’t wait to drag me back to apologize to Jason.
Listening to them only made me more disgusted.
“Il say it again, I’ve already ended things with Jason. I’m living my life now, and I don’t need you to worry about me. And as for the business, that’s your problem, not mine,” I answered.
“You you’re really gonna drive me crazy!” My dad’s voice trembled with anger you‘
“Come back right now! Or I swear, I’ll cut ties with
I couldn’t help but sneer, “Go ahead, cut ties. Who’s afraid? You only y care about money, not me as your daughter!”
With that, I hung up the phone and blocked their numbers.
Finally, it was quiet!
I lay back on the soft, big bed in the hotel, letting out a long, relieved sigh
The wedding with Chase had been a little rushed, but everything had gone smoothly. He was gentle and thoughtful, paying attention to every little detail, and giving me a sense of security I had never felt before||
Thinking of Jason, I didn’t feel an ounce of longing–just endless disgusti
He was selfish, arrogant, and controlling, treating me like an accessory and never considering how I felt
Thank God I had finally escaped that nightmare.
Just then, the door opened, and Chase walked in, holding two glasses of red wine and wearing a loving smile.!
“Whats wrong, my bride? What are you thinking about?” he asked, his tone soft
He handed me a glass of wine and sat down next to me. I took the glass and took a slow sip, the rich, smooth taste spreading through my mouth
It matched how I felt. Light and joyful
“I was thinking how lucky I am to have met you,” I said, turning to him and speaking with sincere admiration.
Chase smiled gently, reaching out to stroke my hair. 1 feel the same way.”
The alcohol made me feel light, almost like I could float away.
Then, his kiss landed softly on my neck, my earlobe, my collarbone..
Sparks of desire shot through me.
I was lost in his tenderness, helpless to escape.
That night, we clung to each other, our passion tireless.
Jason and I had been childhood firends, engaged since we were young.
Our families had been close for years, with plenty of business dealings between them. I had always been attached to him like a shadow, and he, like an older brother, had always taken care of me
We went to school together, played together, and grew up together. Everyone thought we’d eventually get married and
The funny thing is, I once thought the same.
live a ho
a happy life
I naively believed our childhood bond was unbreakable. I thought he would always pamper and protect me, just like he did when we
