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Chapter five: Damage control

Author: Writerpee
last update publish date: 2026-01-19 17:31:06

Isabella's pov…..

I slammed the front door so hard, I'm sure the whole street heard me and the best part is I don't care.

My parents were forcing me into a marriage against my will to save their reputation and I was supposed to just sit and be obedient.

My head ached, my body trembled, I was so angry and hurt, I tried calling Sebastian but he didn't pick up.

I was walking to my room when my phone buzzed

WE HAVE TO DO THE PROPOSAL TONIGHT, LAWYER'S ORDERS SO MEET ME AT A RESTAURANT I'LL TEXT YOU THE ADDRESS__R

I resisted the urge to throw my phone to the ground, who does he think he is and what stupid proposal is he talking about, I went into my room and slammed the door before typing out a reply

IM NOT COMING

Just then I heard a knock at my door, I opened it and saw my dad staring at me

“Dad”

“Isabella, why did your fiancee call to say you're not coming for the proposal dinner”

“I don't want to marry him dad, I don't know him I want Sebastian” I said tears streaming down my face

“I don't care about what you want or don't want Isabella, you should have thought about that before getting drunk and having sex with this so called stranger.“

“Why does nobody believe me, I don't remember what happened”

“Enough of this, go to that dinner and correct your mistakes”

He walked out leaving me standing there.

I let the tears flow freely now, as I sank to the ground clutching my phone.

But I didn't have much of a choice, I opened my wardrobe and searched for something to wear.

I picked out an emerald green dress, it was a short fitted dress with an open back and a little slit, it was nice enough for whatever Rafael Ashford had planned.

I fluffed my curls, applied a little makeup, wore my heels and walked to the parking lot.

“Miss Monroe” my driver said opening the car door for me

My phone buzzed, Rafael had sent me the location

“Thank you Abel I'll drive myself”

He nodded and left me there, I got into my car and drove off

The restaurant was beautiful, chandeliers hung from the ceiling and soft music played in the background, I walked in and I immediately saw him__Rafael Ashford

He was standing on the balcony, and our eyes met immediately I walked in, he held my stare as I walked to the balcony table

“Miss Monroe, you look lovely tonight” his deep voice drawled

I ignored him and took a seat, he only chuckled

“I'm here Mr Ashford let's get to business”

“Of course”

Just then a man walked in , he was wearing a black suit with a briefcase and he took a seat beside us

“Mr Ashford, miss Monroe I am Mr Hart the lawyer handling your marriage contract and I'm here to ensure you both sign the contract”

I scoffed

“Really a marriage contract?“

“Yes miss Isabella, this is just a damage control of sorts” the lawyer said looking at me

“You are in a scandal Isabella, your fiance, what is his name again__Sebastian had dragged your family name to the mud, Mr Hart here can turn this story into something like we both fell in love and you realized at the last minute you couldn't be tied to Sebastian”

Rafael looked at me with those piercing blue eyes

“It's not that simple, few hours ago I was supposed to be married to the love of my life and I end up in a bed with you, without recalling anything”

“I don't know what you're insinuating Isabella, you followed me back to my hotel room willingly and now you're claiming some kind of memory loss?“

I glare daggers at him and was about to reply then Mr Hart cleared his throat

“Please let's be cordial, the contract is valid for just 14 months, and we'll find a way to end it in a clean and formal way to save you both form scandal”

14 months?, I can't even stand Rafael for a minute and I was supposed to be with him for 14months

I sighed and rubbed my forehead, I had no escape now

“I have my rules”

“Ah enlighten us” Rafael said in a mocking tone

“ You don't speak to me, you don't touch me, you have no business with me”

Rafael full on laughed at my rules

“What's so goddamn funny"

“Isabella in case you have forgotten, this is a public sham, if I don't kiss and touch you how in the world would people believe our love story”

I could feel my cheeks turning red like a tomato

“Only when we're in a public space then”

“Fine by me”

I glared at him and resisted the urge to stab him with my fork

“your father has planted some photographers here, you're meant to act like a loving couple and Rafael you will propose to Isabella, and Isabella please act surprised and happy, then tomorrow the media team will prepare the news” The lawyer said arranging his stack of papers

“Of course Mr Hart”

Mr Hart nodded and got up from his seat

“Mr Ashford has the contract, when you both sign, he will send the contract to me”

He finally left and it was just the two of us

“I have to admit Isabella, you're full of surprises” Rafeal said

“How surprised will you be when I stab your eye with my fork”

“So fiesty”

I looked at Rafael and sighed, everything was happening so fast, I don't know what have or how I could get out of this situation.

I knew I was trapped, and this was the only solution.

I sighed

“Let's get this over with” I snapped at him

Rafael smirked and brought out a blue box, he opened it and brought out a sparking diamond ring.

“Will you marry me Isabella Monroe?”

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