Surrogate Mother To A Contract Wife

Scarlett's POV "It's true," Dad said, not making eye contact as he sank deeper in his seat, shame looming over him. I was confused. "What's true, Dad?" I looked between him and my mother was stood as a pillar, taking his hand in her's, providing comfort. "I embezzled the company's fund." He hung his head in shame. "Why would you do that? You were doing so well." I couldn't believe the man who sat right in front of me. My father taught me right from wrong and he would never do such a thing. The man before me wasn't him "I wasn't. The CEO gave us pennies and I wanted you to have the best of things. You went to private schools and got into one of the best colleges out there. I couldn't let your dream shatter due to a little money." He tried defending himself but his voice wasn't convincing anyone. "How much are we talking about?" My brows met as I eyed him warily Dad kept his lips shut, unable to say anything. I looked over at my mom who took a moment before saying,"About a millio

Scarlett POV "My family is expecting us in a few days. We need to make a good first impression, especially on my grandmother." He gulped his wine in one sip. He was really nervous. Somehow that affected me. I was nervous now. What if they didn't like me? As if reading my mind, he answered. "They'd love you. You just need to watch out for my mother. She's a little.." He trailed off, searching for the right words. "Cruel with her words." I gulped, my shaky hands aiming for my glass. "This is going to be fun," I whispered under my breath but he caught it and responded with a smirk. We were trying to play it cool but we were both nervous. My future is on the line from just one family meeting. It should be easy. *** * "This is her?!" A loud, screeching voice aimed at me yelled. "She looked better in the pictures you sent." I threw a quick glance at Aiden. What was his mother talking about? How did they get a hold of my pictures? The man I assumed to be Aiden's dad turned to his

AIDEN’S POVThe surrounding noise dulled into a muted roar, overpowered by the heavy thuds of my heartbeat and the sudden hum of electricity in the air.Even in heels, Scarlett stood a full 6 inches shorter than me. And I could see the downward sweep of her lashes as her gaze honed in on where my fingers encircled her wrist. It was so delicate I could have snapped it without trying. Her pulse quickened, tempting me to prolong my hold before I came to my senses and dropped her hand like it was a hot coal.“A kiss?” Her voice echoed, cutting me off little random thoughts I was having a couple of seconds ago, as she stared back at me. “That was never part of the agreement, how many rules to go to make this less worth it?” She said breathlessly. My other hand finds her waist, wrapping my arms around her back to pull her close.“Don't make this harder than it already looks!” I whispered into her face through gritted teeth. Sensing that my mother had been standing by the door watching.

SCARLETT’S POVHer striking blue eyes turned to me. A look of disdain now displayed through her icy glare. “It's nice to finally meet you, Scarlett,” She said, but I could tell from the sound of her voice that she didn't mean it.“My pleasure,” I responded, forcing a smile at her as well. The awkward silence between us expanded as Aiden looked away. Obviously in search of what and who could get him busy and away from her.“I've heard a lot about you, it's so nice to finally meet you,” Her voice echoed, breaking the silence between us.Not knowing what to say or do, I forced a smile at her hoping not to continue the akward conversation. But for some reason I was forced to continue.“Really, I really do hope they're nice things,” I added, and just when I did she giggled.“Oh yes,” She responded.“Plus, you look great!” The brunette added.“Mr Vilarez!” A voice called from behind us cu

AIDEN’S POVI heaved a great sigh of relief as I stepped into the night, running a hand through my hair. Glad that I’d somehow gotten away from all that had back there.“We have the car ready Sir,” Miguel the chauffeur I had hired for the day announced.I looked over at my watch and realized how fast time had gone and how dark it was slowly getting. “Fuck!” I mumbled. With my eyes in search of Scarlett hoping she’d get the signal and would sort of make her way through the rest of the guests.Surprisingly, she appeared in the dark. The side of her appearing in the dark, with smooth skin, and red lips was forever engraved in my memory and I hated her for it. Her dress shimmering like stars painted on her curves. My entire body tightened. That fucking dress…“Get in the car,” I ordered, without even a single glance her way. Trying not to recall all that had happened back at the house a couple of minute