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Declan's POV.

This night was about Isabella. And tonight wasn't just a party, it was a statement. It was a declaration.

I adjusted the cuff of my jacket as I was watching and waiting at the same time.

Then she appeared.

Isabella stepped into the ballroom in a champagne coloured satin dress that clinged to her curves as though it was her second skin. The crowd was quiet as they all turned to see her and in that moment I forgot that this began as a contract marriage.

She walked in like a queen looking proud and powerful. And when our eyes met, she flashed a bright smile at me and my chest unexpectedly clenched tightly.

“You are late,” I said softly as she approached me.

“I had to make sure I was worth the wait” she replied, sliding her hand into the crook of my arm.

Isabella Genovese was no longer a fallen bride. She was now my wife, she belonged to me and I wanted everyone. Especially him, to know about it.

“You have to smile Declan Westwood. You are scowling like you want to start
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