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As we walked closer to the couple, only a few seconds passed — but they felt like an eternity. We still couldn’t tear our burning gazes away from each other, drinking in every detail of one another’s appearance.

While no one seemed to have noticed our silent staring contest, I tried with all my might to pull myself together and bring my eyes back to normal. I saw him turn back toward his fiancée, and by the time he looked at me again, we were already standing right in front of them — and his eyes were now a deep stormy gray, the color of wet asphalt.

We stopped before the couple, and the groom gave us a proud, assessing look filled with irritation and a touch of anger. Oh, look at him — all arrogance and authority! Well, darling, I hadn’t exactly planned to meet you here either! I shot him a defiant stare in return.

“Eli, this is my fiancé — Robert!” Camilla quickly introduced her companion. “I know he’s handsome, but there’s no need to stare at him like that — he’s mine!” she added w
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  • My Mate Is Another Woman's Fate   82

    Camilla is beautiful, well-mannered, just as she should be, more than worthy of him, and he certainly won’t be ashamed of her. But what can anyone expect from me? I’m impulsive and unpredictable, which greatly frustrates my mother. In her view, I should be like Camilla — diligent, obedient, courteous, and submissive.Wandering between the trees, I decide to call Dana and complain about my life. I’m so lucky to have her. At least there’s one normal girl nearby I can trust and talk to like a real friend. Sometimes I envy her a little — her parents will never force a husband or social circle on her.When I hear her voice, I start crying even harder and I tell her about the last few days.“Dan, I met my mate here,” I sob, sniffling.“Eli, that’s wonderful! So why are you crying?” my friend doesn’t understand.“It’s Robert. My sister’s fiancé!” Silence on the line — understandable.“You’re serious?!” there’s shock in her voice. “And what’s he like?”“What do you mean, what’s he like? Nothi

  • My Mate Is Another Woman's Fate   81

    The awakening was abrupt. The blaring alarm jolted me upright in bed, and I immediately regretted it. My head was splitting, forcing me to clutch it. I don’t remember setting the alarm myself — it was probably my dear mother.Memories of the previous night hit me suddenly. I had dreamed of Robert — I was certain it was him; his scent is unmistakable. Such a vivid dream… or was it even a dream? I leapt from the bed, dashed to the bathroom, and began examining myself in the mirror. Everything was as it should be, no traces left, even my pajamas and underwear were intact. My hair was a messy nest, but that was hardly surprising. My eyes sparkled, and my lips were slightly swollen, probably chapped from yesterday when I had been freely drinking champagne outside with Gustav.Seeing nothing out of the ordinary, I exhaled in relief and headed for the shower. The cool water eased my headache slightly, but not completely. Dressed in a light sundress, I braided my hair and went down for breakf

  • My Mate Is Another Woman's Fate   80

    Then I noticed Gustav discreetly waving to me from near the exit, flashing a mischievous grin and subtly showing a bottle of champagne from under his jacket. I understood my partner-in-crime without a word and headed straight to him.Once we stepped outside, I finally felt like I could breathe again. The moon hung bright and full in the night sky, bathing the grand Grautz estate in silvery light.“Come on,” Gustav said softly. “There’s a nice spot in the garden not far from here. We can sit there.”I nodded and followed him without a word. The rest of the evening passed quietly — just the two of us talking about everything and nothing, sipping champagne, laughing. Gustav was a good guy — a little impulsive at times, but kind at heart. I truly hoped he’d find a good wife someday.We laughed a lot as he told me stories about his escapades, his studies, and his friends. I envied him a little — not in a bad way, just that light, wistful kind of envy. Because I didn’t have what he had… and

  • My Mate Is Another Woman's Fate   79

    “You’re telling me!” Marta replies with a wistful smile. “I miss mine too. I wonder how he’s doing there. Can you believe it? Almost five years now — our first little anniversary. I’ve always liked that he was older,” she adds with a playful laugh.Ever since their husbands passed away, these ladies have become a bit… peculiar. Farina's husband died in a car accident twelve years ago, and Marta's passed of old age five years ago — at the age of one hundred and seven. He’d been much older than his wife.“Oh, you little courtesan!” Faina laughs. “But all jokes aside… I can already feel that my child is in the womb. So it’s almost time,” she says, gazing sadly at her friend.“What? Already?” Tears well up in Marta's eyes. “Everyone keeps leaving me. But I’m happy for you. I hope your next life turns out beautifully.”The women embrace tenderly.Watching this little scene, Gustav discreetly twirls his finger near his temple, and we quietly move away with our drinks. But we don’t make it f

  • My Mate Is Another Woman's Fate   78

    As we walked closer to the couple, only a few seconds passed — but they felt like an eternity. We still couldn’t tear our burning gazes away from each other, drinking in every detail of one another’s appearance.While no one seemed to have noticed our silent staring contest, I tried with all my might to pull myself together and bring my eyes back to normal. I saw him turn back toward his fiancée, and by the time he looked at me again, we were already standing right in front of them — and his eyes were now a deep stormy gray, the color of wet asphalt.We stopped before the couple, and the groom gave us a proud, assessing look filled with irritation and a touch of anger. Oh, look at him — all arrogance and authority! Well, darling, I hadn’t exactly planned to meet you here either! I shot him a defiant stare in return.“Eli, this is my fiancé — Robert!” Camilla quickly introduced her companion. “I know he’s handsome, but there’s no need to stare at him like that — he’s mine!” she added w

  • My Mate Is Another Woman's Fate   77

    I just rolled my eyes mentally. “What will people think of us?!” was mom’s favorite phrase, probably her life motto. Apparently, it was unacceptable for anyone to think poorly of us, so you had to go out of your way to please everyone.At the engagement, our family hadn’t even been there—Dad was on a business trip abroad, and without him, we didn’t attend events, staying home like obedient chickens.“Oh, and what a fiancé they found for Camilla!” Mom rolled her eyes in delight. “Rich, young, handsome! Camilla is lucky! What a beautiful couple they’ll make. She’s been single for far too long. At twenty-three, I was already taking care of you,” she sighed, looking at me.Yes, taking care. In her eyes, shoving me onto nannies and housekeepers counted as “taking care” of a child. I would never treat my own kids like that. Nannies aren’t bad, but mom and dad should be actively involved and give their children plenty of attention.In front of us, I could already see uncle Arnold’s magnifice

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