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The Pretend Wife Chapter 9
As we gazed into each other's eyes, a lump formed in my throat, and I took a step back, attempting to dispel the overwhelming emotions that were washing over me."Sorry, I just couldn't handle your singing any longer, so I grabbed the towel and escaped," he joked, making fun of my off-key singing. Annoyed, I grabbed a pillow and hit him on the head with it.What ensued was a brief yet unforgettable pillow fight that released the tension and brought us closer together. I emerged triumphant from the fray, aided by Jasper's momentary distraction with his towel. While he hurriedly tossed his pillow aside and secured his towel, I landed a few firm blows and claimed victory. After the excitement subsided, we both rushed to get ready for the day ahead.I styled my hair in a chic crown and left the rest flowing down my back, adding a touch of clear lip gloss. Completing my appearance with a pair of exquisite gold ballet flats that we had bought, I couldn't help but ponder how quickly time had
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All of a sudden, my eyes locked onto someone making their way towards us, their face adorned with a wide, insincere grin. My grip on my glass tightened instinctively as I braced myself. And there he was, the one person I despised more than anyone else."Jasper, my man!" Nick exclaimed, reaching out for a hug. I quickly raised a hand to stop him, denying him any physical contact. Cassandra and Nuella returned from the restroom just then, and I felt my jaw clenching as Nick looked at me with disappointment, clearly expecting a warmer reception.You might be wondering who Nick is. Well, he used to be one of my closest friends, until I caught him and my girlfriend in a compromising position a year ago. They both begged for forgiveness, but I made the painful decision to cut them out of my life. Julie was the only woman I had ever given my heart to, and she had shattered it into a million pieces.I held Cassandra tightly, feeling the warmth of her body and the intoxicating scent that envelo
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"Man, Jasper, that was absolutely epic!" David exclaimed, playfully punching my arm with a wide grin on his face.I was caught off guard, staring at him in surprise."What?" David questioned, still grinning. "Don't tell me you didn't feel alive," he said with a playful tone.A slow grin spread across my face as I processed the rush of adrenaline from our recent adventure. "Hell yeah," I replied enthusiastically.In no time, David, James, and I were laughing hysterically like a bunch of fools, while Nuella looked on with a bewildered expression. She muttered something about the foolishness of boys under her breath, but it only made us laugh harder.We chatted animatedly for a while longer before deciding it was time to leave. I hopped into my car and glanced over at Cassandra, who was still sound asleep, looking serene and almost childlike. I couldn't help but admire her peaceful vulnerability as I brushed a strand of hair from her face, causing her to smile faintly in her slumber.The
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The memory still stung, and my voice faltered as I recounted it. "But one day, I came home early from my internship, and I caught them together. Nick and Julie, well... you know."Cassandra gasped, pulling me closer. For a moment, I felt like I could release the pain and find comfort in her embrace."I'm sorry," she whispered softly. "It's ironic, really. I used to believe that Julie was my only source of true happiness. If I ever married anyone, it would have been her. But I was wrong. Now, I don't place much importance on that kind of thing."I looked at Cassandra, her expression filled with sorrow. "Not everyone is the same, Jasper," she said with genuine sympathy.Her words touched me, and I knew she meant them. Despite Julie being my first choice for a life partner, I had never seen the kindness and understanding that Cassandra showed me that evening in anyone else's eyes.I grinned widely at her and teasingly replied, "That was just the beginning of my escapades, one conquest aft
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Jasper's POV:Without taking the time to put on proper clothing, I hastily wrapped a towel around my waist. My fury towards Nick was so overwhelming that I couldn't be bothered with such trivialities. The sound of my blood rushing through my ears was deafening, drowning out all other noises. My mind was consumed with a burning desire to exact revenge on Nick. I stormed into the dining room, interrupting Cassandra in the middle of a joke she was sharing with Mrs. Madisons. I grabbed her arm forcefully and pulled her out of her chair, causing panic to contort her face."Jasper?" Cassandra stammered, but I didn't let her finish.I stared intensely at her face. "Are you feeling okay?" I demanded."I... I think so," she replied, clearly unsure of what was happening."Cassandra, have you been experiencing any dizziness or other unusual symptoms?" I asked urgently.She shook her head, while wincing. "I had a terrible headache earlier, but it's subsided now."I carefully studied her eyes, sear
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Cassandra's POV"Cassandra, I sincerely apologize for what occurred yesterday," Nick said in a remorseful tone, his words hanging in the air.I arched my eyebrows in surprise, noticing Jasper's sharp inhale beside me. With a disdainful expression, I responded to Nick, "I appreciate your apology, but I caution you to be more mindful in the future." My mischievous grin seemed to disarm Nick entirely, rendering him looking like a child who had lost their beloved toy. I stifled a laugh, and the rest of the group followed suit.Jasper found the situation amusing, though he appeared offended by my teasing. He stood up and stormed off, scowling. Meanwhile, Julie shot me a cold glare, attempting to conceal her anger with a blank expression. I couldn't help but chuckle to myself, noting that Julie's ice princess facade wasn't as impenetrable as she believed.At that moment, David appeared to announce that the meal was ready, urging us to start eating. I found myself seated between Aiva and Nuel
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Cassandra ran up to me, yelling "Wooohoooo!" and giving me a hug, leaving me feeling both relieved and elated.She leapt into my arms, enveloping me in a tight embrace that left me momentarily stunned. But I quickly regained my bearings, holding her close and reveling in the warmth of her presence. "I'm so glad you let it all out," she whispered in my ear, her voice tender and compassionate. My heart swelled with gratitude and affection, and I smiled like a fool as I nodded in agreement.Suddenly, David's voice boomed through the air, interrupting our moment of intimacy. "Cassandra, you're up next!" he called out, and my friends cheered with excitement, eager to take the stage. But before she could go, I grabbed her wrist and spoke softly, my words intended only for her. "You don't have to sing, you know," I said, feeling a surge of protectiveness and concern.Cassandra sprinted towards me, her exuberant shout of "Wooohoooo!" filling the air as she threw her arms around me in a tight e
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I cleared my throat, breaking the heavy silence that hung between us. "Shall we revisit your likes and dislikes again?" I asked Cassandra, trying to sound casual, though my heart was racing. She gave me a tired smile and apologized for snapping earlier. I waved it off, eager to move past the tension, and we delved into the task at hand, grilling each other on our preferences with renewed determination.Time flew by, and soon it was time for us to head out to Betha, a fancy Greek restaurant where Jane had made reservations for us all. Cassandra quickly freshened up, applying a touch of makeup, while I changed into a simple white T-shirt, wanting to be comfortable for the evening. We met Jane at the entrance of the restaurant, and I felt a rush of nerves as I hoped everything would go smoothly.As we walked towards our table, I felt Cassandra reach for my hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. I was taken aback but couldn't help but smile, my heart skipping a beat at her touch. It was a s
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