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Chpater 10

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When her eyes met mine, I saw the emotions in them. Suddenly, my heart began to pound.

We'd spent nearly every day together for the past six months. Then, one day, Cecilia walked into my restaurant carrying a huge bouquet of roses.

I didn't dare accept them right away.

Instead, I looked at her and asked, "Ms. Bennett, do you know what it means when someone gives you roses?"

She nodded without hesitation.

"It means I'm trusting you with my heart, my future, and, eventually, all my money." Sh
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  • Forced to Play the Stand-in by a Nutcase   Chpater 10

    When her eyes met mine, I saw the emotions in them. Suddenly, my heart began to pound.We'd spent nearly every day together for the past six months. Then, one day, Cecilia walked into my restaurant carrying a huge bouquet of roses.I didn't dare accept them right away.Instead, I looked at her and asked, "Ms. Bennett, do you know what it means when someone gives you roses?"She nodded without hesitation."It means I'm trusting you with my heart, my future, and, eventually, all my money." She smiled. "So… are you willing to take me?"Who could say no to a deal like that?I laughed and nodded. My relationship with Cecilia moved quickly, and before long, we decided to get married. We picked a beautiful weekend for the wedding and celebrated with our family and friends, and even many regulars from my restaurant.I wore my suit, stood at the altar, and went over my wedding vows one last time while Martha stood nearby, wiping away tears."You have no idea how happy I was when I

  • Forced to Play the Stand-in by a Nutcase   Chapter 9

    "What exactly is going on, Elliot?" Cecilia demanded.Elliot stared at the photos and listened to the recording. The color drained from his face. But even then, he refused to admit the truth. "It was Damian!" he insisted. "He set me up! All of this is fake!""The medical records have your signature. And that's your voice in the recording." Cecilia's voice was heavy with disappointment. "How can you still deny it?"Cecilia looked at him for a long moment before speaking again. "I really misjudged you all these years."She turned toward Martha and said, "Martha, pack his things. He's leaving tonight. From now on, he's not allowed to set foot in this house again."Elliot froze for a moment. Then, strangely enough, he started laughing."I get it now," he said. "We've reached the part of the story where the stand-in comes between the male and female leads, making their misunderstanding even worse."He looked at Cecilia with absolute confidence."Just wait. You'll regret kickin

  • Forced to Play the Stand-in by a Nutcase   Chapter 8

    After hanging up, I opened my laptop and posted a screenshot of the employment contract I had signed with Cecilia.The contract clearly listed my position as her private chef, along with my annual salary.Then I uploaded receipts for every luxury item shown in Elliot's video. Each receipt included the purchase date and price. Every single item had been purchased with my own bank card after I started working for Cecilia. Along with the evidence, I added a short statement."My name is Damian Brooks. I was hired by Cecilia Bennett as a private chef with an annual salary of 800,000 dollars. I am not anyone's 'stand-in.'"The luxury items shown in the video were purchased entirely with my own legitimate income. The claim that I 'fled with valuable possessions' is completely false."The evidence speaks for itself. I ask everyone to verify the facts before spreading false or misleading information."The moment I posted my clarification, the internet went completely silent. But momen

  • Forced to Play the Stand-in by a Nutcase   Chapter 7

    This wasn't the first time Elliot had dragged me into one of his ridiculous schemes.First, there was the whole "stand-in" misunderstanding. Then came the disaster at the welcome-home party. And now, this latest attempt to frame me.I came here to cook for an annual salary of 800,000 dollars, not to star in some over-the-top soap opera."Ms. Bennett, I accept your apology, but I've decided to resign."Cecilia froze for a moment before hurriedly trying to change my mind. "I can increase your salary. And I promise I'll deal with Elliot. I won't let him bother you again.""It's not about the money." I shook my head. "I'm just a chef. I want to cook in peace. I don't want to spend every day being treated like some villain and dragged into one ridiculous mess after another."No matter how much Cecilia tried to convince me to stay, my decision remained firm. In the end, she let out a resigned sigh. "All right. I respect your decision. I'll make sure your final paycheck and severance

  • Forced to Play the Stand-in by a Nutcase   Chapter 6

    The doctor's hand tightened around the card, a conflicted look crossing his face.Elliot, however, seemed convinced that everything was going according to plan. Without a second thought, he ordered the doctor to wheel him out of the examination room.Outside, the moment Cecilia spotted Elliot being wheeled out, she hurried over."Doctor, how is Elliot? Is his injury serious? Should we contact a renowned specialist overseas and have them fly in to perform the surgery right away?"The doctor opened his mouth, then hesitated, seemingly at a loss for words.Seeing the doctor's hesitation, Elliot shot him an exasperated look, clearly annoyed that he wasn't playing along.Then he put on a weak, pitiful expression and said, "The doctor said the stab wound caused my kidneys to fail. I need a kidney transplant immediately. I think Damian would be a good match. He hurt me, so he should pay the price."With that, he gave me a smug look, clearly convinced that Cecilia would be willing to ta

  • Forced to Play the Stand-in by a Nutcase   Chapter 5

    After a full night's rest, Cecilia was finally feeling much better.I stretched and was just about to leave the mansion when I spotted Elliot pacing outside the front door.Apparently, Cecilia hadn't gone after him the night before, and he was now too embarrassed to walk back inside.The moment he saw me, Elliot stared at me in disbelief. "I was only gone for one night, and Ceci was already so eager to have you come keep her company?"He narrowed his eyes at me. "Damian, you're far more calculating than I thought. But don't get too far ahead of yourself. I have plenty of ways to deal with you!"Every conversation with him made me question my own sanity.I was about to leave when Elliot suddenly seemed to steel himself and stormed back into the mansion."Ceci, I spent the whole night thinking about what happened, and I realize now how ridiculous I was. I also understand that Damian is important to you. I won't ask you to send him away anymore. Will you forgive me?"Seeing Elli

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