Hello everyone, you must have noticed a change at the end of the last chapter and the beginning of this chapter, I am so sorry for the unexpected change. P.S.: I really do hope you enjoy this chapter and would love your likes, comments and votes. THANK YOU.
As Cass stepped onto the sprawling grounds of Marcus's multimillion-dollar mansion, her eyes widen with a mix of awe and wonder. She had stepped into houses of the rich and famous when she was a lawyer but this was far more grand than anything she had ever seen. The exterior of the mansion was a sight to behold, It was an architectural masterpiece. The grand entrance with its double doors and intricate carvings made her feel like she was entering a castle. The white walls were accentuated by beautifully manicured gardens, bursting with vibrant flowers and lush greenery. They kept driving down a lawn that didn't seem to end. Finally, Cass could see the hint of a mansion up ahead. The car stopped but Cass was still in a trance at the beauty of the house. "You can come in this way Miss Thorton" The chauffeur said pointing towards the door. She had been so struck that she hadn't noticed the chauffeur step down or open the car door. "WOW!!!" Cass said as she looked up. Cass steps int
Cass was in awe, Who takes a chopper to a family dinner? How do you even get to live on a private island? She was once again reminded of their societal difference. As Cass and Marcus made their way to the helipad, Cass's eyes widened in awe at the sight of the sleek and sophisticated helicopter awaiting them. It was a far cry from anything she had seen in the movies, it was much more grand and intimidating. "I hope you don't mind the chopper ride," Marcus said, sensing her apprehension. Cass nodded, trying to hide her nervousness. "No, of course not. It's just... I've never been in a helicopter before." Marcus smiled reassuringly, taking her hand in his. "Don't worry, it's perfectly safe. I'll be here with you, and the views are breathtaking." Caleb looked towards the other guard and raised his brow, Mr. Wells was not known for public shows of affection nevertheless reassuring anyone. Taking a deep breath, Cass stepped into the helicopter, her heart pounding with both excitement
"Hello you must be Alex, I have heard so much about you" Cass said politely Cass walked toward Mr Gabe "Good day sir, sorry for coming in late" Mr. Gabe smiled "It's not a problem, Your beautiful face is worth it" Nova turned sharply at the compliment Mr. Gabe gave Cass, he had never complimented her he mostly ignored her presence. She tripped and fell forward towards Marcus who grabbed her and immediately spun her towards Alex who huffed as he hurriedly grabbed her. Marcus left a disgruntled Alex and walked towards his father "Hello Dad" He said placing his hands on Cass's waist to her surprise. Mr Gabe, who had been watching his family's theatrics smiled "Let's have dinner, shall we?" Marcus pulled Cass's chair out and she smiled as she saw Nova stare at her husband to pull hers out too but he didn't notice, finally, Nova seats and dinner commences. The doors open and the chef comes in with a server pushing in a trolley of meals and another bringing in the wine. Cass's mouth
As Cass stepped into Marcus's house, she was again taken aback by how extravagant the place was. "Welcome sir," The butler said "The guestroom is set and the staff are waiting in the living room on the second floor as directed" "Thank you Russel" Marcus said handing his jacket to him "Let's go, Cass, time for a formal introduction" Marcus said dragging her before she could object "Marcus, I don't think this is necessary" Cass said digging her heels in "Would you like to be carried instead?" Marcus said attempting to pick her up bridal style Cass shrieked and ran up the stairs herself to Marcus laughing Marcus directs her to the living room and Cass sees a massive picture of his mother "Wow!!! she is beautiful. You might look like your dad but you have her eyes and her beautiful smile" Cass exclaimed. Marcus's face flushed and he tried to regain his composure "Good Evening everyone. This is Cass, my girlfriend and fiance-to-be." Marcus said to the astonished look on their face
"Have you seen the news, Cass?" Scar's voice sounded anxious and shaky. "No, I haven't. What's happening?" Cass replied, her heart starting to race. Scar's heart skipped a beat before delivering the heartbreaking news, but she would rather her sister hear it from her. "Someone has started a hate account targeting you on social media. They're spreading lies about you failing Mrs. Anderson, leeching off Marcus, saying you are a witch who is using him for money because you failed at life, and even attacking your personal life." Scar hesitated "The things they're saying are cruel and untrue, Cass. I saw reporters lurking around our house this morning, so I had to leave in a rush and hide at a friend's dorm at the university." Cass felt her stomach drop as the weight of the situation sank in. She couldn't believe someone would stoop so low to tarnish her reputation and spread malicious lies about her. Her mind raced with questions about who could be behind this and why they were target
Cass was ecstatic to see her sister, She hugged her ferociously "Are you okay? Are you hurt" Cass asked looking all over her sister "I am fine, I called an Uber ride immediately I saw the news and was about to leave when the reporters got there so I remembered what you always said 'A cap and sunglasses work magic' so I did just that " Scar said Cass was relieved and hugged Scar again, She was safe from those raging maniacs. "Cass stop it, you are smothering me" Scar said prying Cass's arms off her She looked around the house, "Wow Cass, this place is wonderful, I could live here forever" Cass coughed and Marcus smiled "You can stay here till you feel like it, I will have someone show you to your room" Marcus said Marcus's phone rang "Yes? Okay, I will be there" He said "I have to sort something out, please excuse me" As Marcus walked away, Marcel the butler approached Cass "This way ma'am" He pointed toward the stairs carrying Scar's little duffel. "Wait till is how you all t
"If it isn't little miss Golddigger, What are you doing here? Isn't this establishment a little above your pay grade?" Cass heard behind her, she could recognize that screechingly annoying voice anywhere. She turned and stared right at Stacey, it seemed like she couldn't have a minute of peace. She saw Scar about to give a retort and motioned her to stop; she was going to handle this herself. "Just because you are dating a Wells, you think you can parade yourself around respectable establishments. Shouldn't you be saving all the money you get so you don't land on your bottom when he leaves you?" Stacey said derisively while her friends laughed. Cass could feel the eyes of onlookers on her, the tension in the air palpable. Cass's patience wore thin as she faced Stacey's snide remarks. The familiar sting of Stacey's spiteful words hit her, but this time, Cass was determined to let her have it. "Stacey, it's quite impressive that you manage to pack so much bitterness into every word
Cass was stunned "What is going on Marcus?" She whispered staring at the diamond which was flanked by two smaller pear-cut diamonds, each one set in a delicate platinum band. The elegance and beauty of the ring left Cass speechless as she wondered what was going on."Cass," Marcus said, his voice barely above a whisper, "Will you marry me?"Tears filled Cass's eyes as her heart overflowed with emotion but it wasn't entirely because of the proposal rather than the fact that this was what she had always wished for with Jake."Yes, Marcus, yes!" Cass exclaimed as she hugged himMarcus carried her bridal style as he swung her around to the chagrin of the crowd that had gathered "Aww, they look so good" "Isn't that the billionaire?" Cass could hear them whisper, She also saw Scar smiling and clapping and knew they had planned it.Marcus dipped down and kissed her on the lips "Marcus!!!" she slapped his shoulder playfully "People are staring""I just am them to know you are mine" Marcus sm