Chapter 7.1

07: The Deal Pt.1

My lips trembled as I looked at my father. My mind struggled to process what he had just said. "This is... i-impossible," were the only words I managed to utter.

"Impossible as it may seem, but that's my condition, Symphony. You have to marry Wesley. Your mother mentioned that Wesley is now pursuing your child. If that's true, then you can use that as an advantage to marry him."

He spoke as if he were negotiating a business deal, as if his condition wouldn't affect my entire life. As if he didn't know what kind of person Wesley was.

"And what if I don't agree to your condition?"

He raised an eyebrow. "Then you should start packing your things. I'll send you back to New Zealand, whether you like it or not. If possible, I'll drag you out of here."

Another set of fresh tears streamed down my face. I couldn't believe how casually he said those words, as if he couldn't feel the pain with each word that came out of his mouth.

"H-How could you do this to me, Pa? Why do you