Chapter 4

Madam Luz practically pushed me toward him,she was clearly thrilled.

Goodness, is she really still getting giddy at her age?

If only she knew the truth… she wouldn’t be laughing, and she definitely wouldn’t feel giddy.

I never thought I’d see him again. I only ruined his wedding, and now he’s marrying me, and planning to get me pregnant too.

“Where are you taking me?”

“We’re getting married,” he said, and I accidentally cursed out loud.

“What? It’s only been a few hours since I accepted your deal and you want to get married already? What is this, a rush wedding? Afraid the bride might run off?”

I said, half-laughing, half-irritated.

“I’m deadly serious. Don’t worry, it’s just a civil wedding. My mom and dad don’t even know. They’re coming home tomorrow afternoon, so we need to hurry.”

His words made me feel dizzy. A civil wedding without his parents? He might as well forge a marriage contract.

“Why don’t you just make a fake marriage contract?”

“My dad is smart, you really think I could fool him that easily?”

He kept his eyes on the road.

“If you hadn’t ruined my wedding, I wouldn’t be bothering you now. This is your fault too,” he said, blaming me.

“Fine, it’s my fault. I’m paying for it now, aren’t I?”

I snapped. Earlier, I was shaking in fear, but now I was so mad I felt like I was about to explode.

“We’ll be husband and wife at home, but you’re free when we're outside. I won’t control you or interfere with your life,” he said, emotionless.

“That sounds better.”

We arrived at a large house where someone was already waiting inside. I was practically spaced out during the entire ceremony. I just nodded whenever I was asked something.

“Sign this,” Lawrence ordered.

“What's with the rush? I’m going to sign, just give me the pen already,” I said, annoyed.

He was rushing me, even though I was still reading it. And who were the sponsors he listed anyway? They weren’t even here.

“Bro, you better handle her well or she might rat you out to your dad,” said the man beside him.Oh, so they’re friends?

After I signed, Lawrence grinned from ear to ear.“You’re now my wife, Katherine Del Vega… or should I say, Mrs. Llego.”

I bit my lip and glared at him.

“By the way, I’m Jay Caparas, the mayor of this town,” said the man who officiated the ceremony.

I gave him a small smile. Moments later, he and Lawrence had a brief conversation.

So the guy is a mayor. These people really are powerful. I messed with the wrong person.

“Alright, we need to head home. Thanks, bro,” Lawrence said and took my hand.

“Hey, why are you holding my hand?” I protested, and he lifted the marriage certificate.

“Because I have every right to touch you now. You’re mine, you can’t escape.”

I swallowed hard, three times. I wanted to believe I was dreaming… or having a nightmare.

“Don’t be nervous, Kath. I’m a gentleman,” he said, but I walked ahead of him and got into the car.

He looks like a gentleman, sure, but why is my heart pounding like this? I’m mad at him, but why does my heart feel something else?

“Do you want to buy anything before we head home?”

I panicked when he said he was taking me to his house.What about Grandpa? Everything’s happening so fast, I can’t even think clearly.

“Hold on, Mr. Lawrence. You’re taking me to your house already? Hello, I still live with my grandpa. I can’t just leave him alone!”

I snapped.

“I already sent caretakers to your house. Call your grandpa and confirm it.”

I frowned and pouted slightly.

Did he plan all of this? Is he plotting revenge? Or worse?

Just like he said, I called Grandpa to confirm. After only a few rings, he answered.

“Oh, sweetheart! How are you? Don’t worry about me, they’re taking care of me here.”

“You have company there?”

“Yes, Liday and Thomas are here. Your new boss sent them,” Grandpa said.

I glanced at Lawrence, who was still focused on driving.

“That’s good, Grandpa. Just don’t forget to take your medicine.”

“Of course, sweetheart. Don’t worry—your old man is still strong. Just take care of yourself, okay?”

“For you, Grandpa, I always will. I love you. Bye.”

“And what about me? No ‘I love you, honey, my love’?”

Lawrence suddenly stopped the car and looked at me.

“I—I love you? You? But… do I even love you?”

I stuttered, but managed to say it anyway.

“What if you fall in love with me completely? Will you be ready?”

He smiled, and why does he have to look so damn handsome?

His eyes were so soft and deep, and his lips… you wouldn’t even guess he smokes. I’ll admit it. He is attractive. And his gaze… it’s literally a turn-on.

“Don’t be afraid to fall… I’m ready to catch you. You look exactly like my fiancée. Maybe you really are her,” he whispered in my ear.

My whole body shivered. His breath was warm, but he smelled so good.

I couldn’t move. My heart felt like it was about to burst out of my chest.

“A-Alright, can we just go home now?” I forced the words out.

“Why? Are you in a rush? Or are you just scared of what I might do, my virgin wife?”

“You crazy jerk! Sit properly.”

I tried to push him away, but he was too strong. He simply grabbed my hand and sniffed it.

“Your scent is so sweet, Kath… how about down there?”

My cheeks flushed red.

“You pervert!” I shouted.

He lightly pushed me back against the seat, then slowly leaned in closer.

I closed my eyes the moment his lips touched mine.

He kissed me passionately.

I thought it was just going to be a simple kiss and he’d stop, but I was wrong.

The kiss deepened, and his hands began to roam over my body.

My heart raced to the max.

I didn’t know what to do, this was all new to me. He was my first kiss.

“Kiss me back, my wife. This isn’t a sin, we’re married.”