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Alexa's POV I open my mouth. But no words come out until Xander nudges me gently, staring at me with a concerned expression.I nod and clear my throat, adjusting in my seat as though that would bring back the confidence I forced myself to put on when we first got here."Yes, sure."The old woman grins, looking all excited and happy, making me wonder why he wants to punish the innocent woman.She is sweet. Hospitable and gentle.She doesn't seem to be like the one who would do anything to jeopardize his life or future. She seems like the type who would do anything to ensure he is happy.But I know a book can not be judged by its cover.Xander must have his reasons too.The sound of cutlery usage jerks me back to life as they begin to eat.Trying so hard not to look out of place, I plaster a smile on my face and begin to dig into my food.Silence falls as we eat but my insides are in disarray, my head spinning with lots of unanswered questions.I still can't believe I agreed to do this
HIS PRETENSE BRIDE CHAPTER 9
Xander's POV In a couple of days, we've gone from being single to married and now honeymooners. I never envisioned my mother would take this too seriously till the extent of planning a honeymoon without my knowledge.Now I am left to do her will. Do her bidding to the very end so I can get my wish.However, I can't help but suspect that she is suspicious of my actions. "Can we get separate rooms?" The sound of Alexa's voice reaches my ears, making me whirl around sharply to shut her up. The receptionist mustn't hear that. We are on a honeymoon for goodness sake.I am not too pleased with all of this the same way she isn't. She shouldn't make it harder for me. Having to deal with Mother and all her silly instructions on what to do to get my inheritance is annoying enough."We are on a honeymoon, darling. We shouldn't have separate rooms here. We have to get used to sleeping on the same bed now", I say to her, wrapping my two hands around her waist and pulling her to me.She doesn't
HIS PRETENSE BRIDE CHAPTER 10
Alexa's POV Xander is way more popular than I thought and that puts me in a tight spot.Having to pretend to everyone that this is real and not having a lone time to act like myself when there are obviously cameras in places we don't even know.I really do not know why this is much of a big deal for any of them. If this is a big deal for him, what does his Mother gain to stand from all of this?As much as I am too curious about their life, I don't want to dwell much on any of the flitting questions in my head.It's their life.I just want to get done with this charade and go back to my real life. Even though I know my life will not remain the same, the money I will get from this contract will make up for it."Your wife is a true beauty", A man whom Xander had introduced to me as one of his business partners as soon as we came downstairs for breakfast mutters, flashing me a smile.I am really in no good mood. The fact that there is a camera in there is making me boil in rage from last
HIS PRETENSE BRIDE CHAPTER 11
Alexa's POV For the first time since all of these charades started, I feel like an imposter. A complete fraud.The question of what would happen if we are caught before this deal is over hits me hard in the head but I have no answer to that as well as the answer to the question Mrs. Gold is asking me right now."How did you and Xander meet?" she repeats the question again, this time staring straight at me in full curiosity. "I forgot to ask that when you came for dinner back home."Now I am sure she isn't quite convinced about Xander's story that we are married. If she is truly convinced, then there is absolutely no need for cameras or her idea of a honeymoon where she can monitor us. In fact, she wouldn't be here, pretending to care and interrupting our so-called honeymoon.There is more to all of it.This is not just about a mother-son revenge. There is something Xander isn't telling me and there is something this woman is after.Is this really about inheritance?"We met at a part
HIS PRETENSE BRIDE CHAPTER 12
Xander's POV Hearing the humming of a familiar tune from the bathroom, I sit on the edge of the bed trying to figure out where I know the tune from.Instead of recalling where, an image pops into my head.A forbidden image of Alex wearing nothing underneath as the shower keeps running alongside the tune.Realizing how silly of a thought it is, I shake my head, slapping myself mentally to shove away the thought. To keep my mind busy, I drum my finger on the bed as I think over what Mom and I discussed over dinner.I am wondering why she wants to have a lone time with Alex. What questions does she have? Is this a way to question her without my presence? Why exactly is she doing this?Suddenly, the tune stops, and my thoughts drift back to the woman in the frosted bathroom taking a shower.From the running sound of the shower, I am sure she is still bathing. Perhaps she is washing her hair from the strange scent of shampoo drifting through the closed door.Another image leaps into my h
HIS PRETENSE BRIDE CHAPTER 13
Alexa's POV After shopping for hours, forcing myself to plaster a smile on my face for those hours, we drive down to the restaurant.We passed by the restaurant on our way from the hotel we were lodged in. The interior is beautiful. It has tall glass windows that overlook the ocean taking my breath away.I've never been to a restaurant like this before and it amazes me to know how connected this family really is.This type of restaurant would take months to get a reservation for paupers like me.We both step into the restaurant as I try so hard not to glance around, reminding myself of my role as a sophisticated pretense bride.One of the waiters appears with a smile tugged on his face as he greets us politely before leading us to a separate section upstairs.It's a VIP section barely noticeable from the entrance.We both settle down, sitting opposite each other. At first, I was nervous but it has died down since she didn't say anything throughout our shopping. Surprisingly, I am st
HIS PRETENSE BRIDE CHAPTER 14
Xander’s POVThe wriggling of her toes jerks me out of my reverie, making me stare at her delicate small feet.We've been in complete silence since we left Cuba. I was too mad to start a conversation with her or even ask if she was okay.I've been deep in thought, thinking of how best to get to this woman without having to use Alexa.Obviously, I can't do this without her and the agreement was not using her to get my revenge on that evil woman.I should have known that the trust fund had no condition whatsoever. Why she lied to me about having to be married is what baffled me even though I know it is all a ploy to get it all to herself.After what Daniella did, I vowed never to have a thing with any woman. I despise the thought of commitment or venturing into another relationship. Deep down, I know having lost Daniella means not having another woman ever again.Daniella was so good. Yet she left. She betrayed me. I can't wait to get to Costello’s office. I need to know what is going
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Alexa's POVLight flickers.Then everywhere becomes dark again.When my eyes drift open, the light comes back, dimly.My numb emotions become awake too just like me and it dawns on me that it is dark outside and the dim light is a result of the glowing light from the room.I don't have glowing lights in my room or anywhere in my apartment.Abruptly, I sit up.I am not in my room. This is not my room. Definitely not my Aunt's room either.Where the hell am I? What happened?I glance around with confusion skating my expression and fear consuming me.Have I been kidnapped?Getting up from the massive bed, I try to remember the last thing that happened.Suddenly, I find myself remembering the call from my boss. I lost my job. I was supposed to go home to cry but what happened?At the remembrance, my heart feels heavy. Everything aches. My legs ache and my head aches too. I guess I was bruised from the fall but that is the least of my problems now.Why am I not home? Why am I in a stranger'
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