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Thirty One
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Marriage Bargain Thirty Two
After the lunch with Zach, his grandfather, and Aldridge, the browbeat, I was standing on the balcony along with Zach's grandfather. He was holding a glass filled with wine.He wanted to have a chat with me, and I couldn't help but wonder what we were going to talk about.The view of the ocean far away was breathtaking, along with the faraway land that seemed like a mountain. And from this distance, I could smell the salty sea air. I feel like I wanted to go to the sea, forgetting about the wedding that hurled itself into my life.My plan does not go as well, and my last bargain will not happen. The reaction of Grace scared me once she knew I was getting married to Zach. The person she was hopelessly in love with. Was it love? Or deeper feelings then."I know you are shocked at how soon the wedding is coming, Miss Verdan. If it's my decision, then it will be next week as soon as possible, but Elise talked about why not a month, and I decided to do two months," he began, and he sipped t
Marriage Bargain Thirty Three
"Will you be staying in the city for that long?" my mother asked, her tone indicating her dissatisfaction. I had not intended to stay for a month, but Zach's accident changed my plans. "Zach had an accident and needed my help, Mom. His leg is broken," I confessed, tired of lying. My mother's expression of sadness gave way to shock and concern as she asked, "What happened to him?" I finished washing the sliced cabbage and turned off the faucet before answering, "Broken leg." My mother was at the stove, frying garlic and onions. When I approached the kitchen table and set the bowl down, she looked at me. “Why can't you tell him to stay here? How bad is it?” My mother took the chicken meat and put it in the pot. “Bad as it is, and he did not stay in the hospital as the doctor told him, stubborn he is!” “Zach hated hospitals; you should have known. Did you forget, sweetheart? The trauma it had given him?” I could not look at my mother, and I didn't know anything either. I should have
Marriage Bargain Thirty Four
"Are you fine, Grandma?" That was my first question after answering the call. I was in the room, and I left Zach and my father without telling them why I left so soon. It seemed like a life-and-death situation. 'Yes, sweetie, there's nothing to worry about,’ Grandma said, but I still couldn't be reassured.‘Alexander called me. He has already told you both what we decided. Sorry if I didn't tell you ahead of time. I have something important to do.' "I thought it was another year, Grandma. I hoped for that, but it turns out that it will change," I said sullenly as I couldn't stop myself from letting out my feelings. ‘I forgot to tell you earlier that there is no certainty. Forgive me.' "What's the reason for such a change, Grandma? You know the reason why. Tell me," I said in a conversational voice. The line went silent for a moment, and I thought the call had been disconnected. 'Minds change, sweetie. That's why we see that it's better to make haste of it. Alexander only wants to
Marriage Bargain Thirty Five
"I thought you were going to wait in the plaza?" I inquired as I approached Grace, who was smiling broadly."Lucia is unable to attend, and Evan is working at his part-time job. So I'm here to tell you that it will be moved next week, on Friday "Grace said. "Are you busy today?""Zach is here."Her lips formed an O, and her gaze darted to the open door, looking for Zach's presence."Why?" Grace inquired, was surprised, and gave me a skeptical look. Maybe she felt there was something going on between me and Zach."His leg is broken, and he has remained here. You know, my family is close to him "I replied. "He's on the couch. His doctor stated he needed six weeks to recover."Grace's expression became concerned. "That's too bad. How did it happen to him?""Accident happened," was all I could say because Zach didn't want anyone to know what had happened to him. "Why don't you stay a while? You're not too busy, are you?""No, perhaps I'm bothering Zach in particular. Is he resting?" She sa
Marriage Bargain Thirty Six
I focused my attention on Zach, who was lying on the bed. He'd wrecked my alone time yet again.Mama had just left, and it was his third day in our home. Grace dropped by yesterday to say hi to Zach, and the two appear to be getting close.Zach used to bully Grace in high school; maybe people's behavior really changes. That's why reading Cairen's diary made me dislike Zach. But now I'm reconsidering, but I can't help but feel annoyed when he's annoying me."You're scowling," Zach replied with a smile."What else do you require?" I asked curiously.When he was here, I worked more and more. Almost all of his movements necessitated my assistance."Didn't you say I shouldn't move too much so that my leg can heal quickly? And I just do what you say," he explained, resting his head on his folded arm and looking at me innocently—handsomely innocently.I clenched my teeth and smiled vehemently. "You are correct, but that does not imply that you constantly seek my assistance. Do it if you can."
Marriage Bargain Thirty Seven
"Why would you ask for that?" My heart was beating fast, and I couldn't look at him. "Anything, and not that. A kiss is not a thing!” My excuse. "It's just a kiss, come on," he said like it was simple. I glared at him. "A kiss is not asking, and it's not just a kiss." "But you lose," he reasoned, and I swallowed hard. "What are you afraid of, a kiss? Have you not kissed before?” I pressed my lips so tight that his face was cherry red. And suddenly he laughed loudly, which I did not expect. "Look how blushing you are; you couldn't dare make a straight face to me. I am joking, Cairen,” he said between his laughs. Oh, goodness! "You are teasing me!" I said it loudly, and he was still laughing. I grabbed the king and threw it at him, hitting his chest. I didn't throw it hard, and it didn't seem to have any effect on him. The back of his hand was on his mouth as he couldn't stop laughing. My face got redder, and I stood up from kneeling. "It's not funny, Zach!" I was annoyed and lo
Marriage Bargain Thirty Eight
I was still thinking about what Giovanni's message. But I didn't respond. I'm at a loss for words to explain the message he gave. And there was no subsequent message from him again. I dropped my head down and hissed as I glanced at the dishes I washed. I've been sponging the glass in front of me.I thought doing this would help me not be bothered if I couldn't talk to Giovanni. What was he thinking when he sent that? I needed to know why! My teeth clenched. "You've been there for a while. Haven't you finished what you're doing?" Zach's question from behind me caught me off guard. "Do you have a problem? I've noticed the depth of your thoughts for a while now." I put the glass down and took another one. I haven't gotten through half of the dishes I have to clean. How many seconds have I been here? I cannot remember. "I don't have a problem," I replied to Zach, who took a mug from the drawer and placed it on the counter. He gripped the crutch tightly for balance. He turned his head
Marriage Bargain Thirty Nine
The cab stopped in front of the restaurant where I am going to meet Giovanni. I pushed the car's door and stared at the name of the restaurant. My eyes widened because it was owned by Del Fiore, Zach's father, as I searched about Giovanni before. It was one of the restaurants he manages.Why in this place? It's not a mere expensive restaurant but high class. Most of the diners here were elites and businesspeople. After I got off, I walked straight to the double glass door where a guard was standing. He was dressed in a black uniform with a gold chain in front. Is it a guard, it seems he was waiting for me."Name?" it asked me immediately after approaching."Cairen Verdan," I answered, and glanced inside through the glass. There were quite a fewer customers inside.He nodded at me and opened the door for me to enter. The cool air conditioning welcomed me with the smell of luxury I inhaled. It was not an ordinary restaurant, and I noticed some glances in my direction.A woman in a black
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