Part 2: Chapter 1: Arranged Marriages

Twenty Five Years Later...

"I wouldn't call it a bad idea. Stupid yes but bad, no. So are you in or what?"

I narrowed my eyes at Chris. We met in an interesting way. He  pretended to be a bodyguard sent by the St Patrick Group just to get away from his father. It seems that is a plan we have in common; to get away from our parents.

"I think I will I have an answer after this party."

"Well Mr Bale, after you." He gestured to the open doors leading into the wedding reception. "Those men don't look pleased. They will probably carry you into the party if you take a second longer."

"It wouldn't be the first time." I laughed.

The only reason I'm here is because my mother sent her bodyguards to get me. They always manhandle me because I put up a fight. But today, I fully complied. I don't need to be embarrassed in front of people by being carried in like a c