All Chapters of MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL

Christiana's point of view “Hello, good morning; welcome; Sir and Madam to Four Seasons Hotel, Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Great to meet you, I’m Paul.” The receptionist greeted us – Tiger and me, establishing eye contact accompanied by a warm smile. “Thank you.” We said together with wide smiles suffixed on our faces. “Sir this way. Room number 4321, do call us if need be. Have a nice day.” One of the staff of the hotel said while leaving after showing us the room that belonged to us. “Yeah, sure.” Tiger’s voice sounded very cold as if he was suppressing himself. Suppressing his feelings and emotions. Probably he was escaping from me. Four Seasons Hotel – A SUN–FILLED URBAN OASIS Oh! dear God One of the most diverse destinations in the world is famous for Italian Cuisine. It’s a five-star hotel situated in the heart of Los Angeles, buzzing with zeal and enthusiasm. Well, the hotel was packed with all the renowned people. That day was the engagement ceremony of Tiger’s c
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EUPHORIC

Christiana’s point of view Euphoric. There was a sense of contentment characterized by high-spirited merriment and good cheer. Tiger and I were finally there at the poolside. Amidst the hustle and bustle. He stretched his elbow for me, holding his own, and hooking my hand around him. Soon his gaze travelled on me. Our eyes locked on like magnet. Seeing his eyes on me my eyes wide opened in surprise and recognition. I blinked a couple of times. Soon our four pairs of eyes blinked in unison. Gleeful. Those pair of eyes shouted happiness, and excitement, and were pleased with the same time. “The Eyes are the window to your soul.” As stated by the great Shakespeare. I wanted to decipher every glitter, wrinkle, squint, regard and gaze that passed those orbs. Those dark intense eyes of his had the same spark as that day. They shone brightly. Brighter than the stars. A thread of some sort flickered. And reminded me of escapades which took place a few days back that led us there. That t
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TIMING

Christiana's point of view “What’s the timing?” I mumbled. It was noon. I walked inside the room taking short strides. Not at all clunky. As I did not want Tiger to know about my presence. I wriggled further into the room to see whether Tiger had breakfast or not. I looked right and left, here and there, and far and wide. Only to figure out whether Tiger was present in the room or not. I know not about the factuality. As I had dozed off in the living room after exiting our bedroom. When I was awakened it was already 11:50 a.m. and I knew nothing about the one hour. “Argh! Where is he?” My eyes were looking for Tiger. While my eyes travelled hither and thither in the room, they got stuck on the ashet then on the paten, then dish, bowl, and then trencher lastly. All were empty. Had nothing in it. “Oh! my god,” I exclaimed. Jesus. Miracle. “Did he have all of them? Really?” I mumbled while tittering. “Was the food so tasty? That he had everything. There is nothing stuck in th
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QUITE AMIABLE

Christiana’s point of view Christiana’s point of view “Jesus, thank you.” I found myself in a position I had never thought to be in, not in a million years. “Never, means never,” I mumbled. But there I stood, alongside Tiger holding hand in hand. In the years that followed this, I had never been as happy as I was then. I was very happy. After my parent’s demise that was one of those days when I was dancing on air. Yes. Thanks to the almighty. My relationship with happiness had dwindled gradually over the years and the rest was history. In fact, after getting hitched to Tiger, I had never expected more out of our relationship. That time however when we were in Los Angeles for his friend’s engagement, two days before, I expected. Yes, I did. Know not whether I was too, but I did. He had a plan, flights booked, and he requested me to go along with him. That request for me by his side wasn’t that affectionate. Though it was quite amiable and cheerful. I felt the warmth. That was the
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GEARING UP!

Christiana’s point of view Engagement Day! It was a winter morning. The weather outside was extremely cold. I had awakened as usual early in the morning and went out for a stroll. As I went outside, I began to shiver with cold. It was piercing cold outside. Not a single bird chirped outside. Somehow, I wanted the sun beams down on my skin. Nevertheless, it was all misty and foggy. I was chilled to the marrow. Nothing was visible from distant. So, I ran for about a mile to make myself warm. But all in waste. The temperature was extremely low. I hastened back to the hotel, had a cup of black of coffee – my favorite, and got back on the bed covering myself with a quilt. “Argh!” I muttered whilst glancing at the clock. It was 8 a.m. in the morning already. My hands were benumbed with cold. My legs needed waxing. In spite of that I rushed to get the waxing strips from my bag. “What….” Too my surprise, I had forgotten to bring that. Fucking hell. Jesus. Such a waste I am. It was the eng
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ENGAGEMENT DAY!

Christiana’s point of viewI drop on the couch applying the nail enamel perfectly and with care. “I hope I am looking presentable.” I muttered while thinking for a while.“I fidgeted.” Thinking whether I will be able to muddle up with the surrounding narrative. It had been hours since I was puzzled.“Finally, I am done.” I took a deep breath while giving myself a glance in the mirror top to bottom.I am looking good. Sophisticated and flowing, the Billie dress was sure to make a statement on the engagement day. I looked absolutely gorgeous in the mix of Chianti, Burnt Orange satin. Olive satin and Blackcurrant dress was just a DREAM! The double layered throughout the and cut on the bias gave me a beautiful fit while exposing my well-toned leg. It featured halter neck bodice with bust flattering plunged neckline accompanied with a seductive low cowl back caged multi strap. “Not bad.” I was satisfied with my dress which I had paired with silver high heels. I went for neutral smokey
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DISAPPOINTED

Christiana’s point of view I was in my deep slumber until I glanced at the clock. It was around 1:00 pm. Jesus. OH! MY GOD. “Fucking hell. I am still in my bed.”“Just, wow!” I exclaimed. “Why didn’t he wake me up, if he was already awakened?” I thought for a while. “Huh! My bad, why am I expecting anything from him?” I was still in my bed sitting there like an angry ball propelling towards anxiety, I just didn’t need it. “Is he here?” I momentarily glanced at Tiger for I wanted to confirm his presence. He wasn’t there. “Why will he even be?” I said in irritation. However, I drifted lazily from my bed while opening and closing my eyes, to gain the sunlight that slanted through the window. I was sleepy. Quite sleepy. “Ah! Soothing.” The air was sweet, birds were flying high in the sky. “I should have been at my work by now,” I murmured. Since I was back in California, I needed to get myself geared up for daily chores as usual. Nevertheless, I didn’t. “Such a mess, I am.” I regrette
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FUCKING LOSER!

Christiana’s point of viewI sat on the terrace, so utterly alone as I watched people coming back from their work. I isolated myself from everything and accepted the night. I dread dozing off in the night and having to face another day.I didn’t know what I was doing anymore. I didn’t know what I was going to do the next day.The diary where I penned down my emotions lay next to me. The hours on endlessly. I’ve been trying my best to figure out things. But I am unable to focus. I feel inadequate, worthless, and inferior. I should have never left the school. I should not have obeyed my stepmother and taken her daily abuse, nasty behaviour, and garbage so easily. “Huh” I gasped.I am just shame. An uncouth brat. Someone who couldn’t do anything worth it in her life. Thinking about all of this was so pointless and painful, but I was helpless. A thought hissed and spitted in my head like a snake:You are a fucking loser!However, I glanced out. The night view was nothing less than a pictu
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What?

Christiana’s point of view.Ring. Ring. Ring.I looked at the clock, it was around 8 in the morning. I was back from the washroom after leaving my face and hands and was about to have my breakfast when my phone rang abruptly. I step towards the table and took the phone. As I glanced at the phone; it was from my brother’s lawyer. Without any delay, I received the call.Jesus!Blessings needed.“Hello, Christiana.” He spoke.“Yes, sir. Is there any good news? Can I expect…” I asked the lawyer expecting good news to be heard from his side whilst crossing my fingers. Fingers crossed. “Ah! Christiana…”“Christiana, what sir? I asked him while interrupting. I was so worried that I didn’t let him complete his sentence. Ironical. I was the one who wanted to hear him as soon as possible, and I was the only one who didn’t let him complete what he was about to exhibit. “Well, Christiana, I understand you are inquisitive and worried. But take a pause and let me speak too.” He spoke.“Oh, yes!
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AWKWARDNESS

Third person’s point of view“I hate travelling. Nevertheless, I am not regretting.” Tiger muttered. “Ah, a hectic day. I had to meet James away from my mansion. I could not afford Christiana to know about our meeting and the rest of the facts. I just cannot.” He added further while nearing the mansion.Meeting James after a month was nothing less than happiness. Tears of joy rolled down my eyes. All these months he had kept me updated with the needs of Christiana. It was he who was in constant touch with me and kept me informed about things related to Christiana’s brother, Abraham. Right from Christiana’s appeal to meet Abraham in jail to the petition that she applied to the higher court. Also, he was the very person who said to me about Tiger’s need for money. Tiger was overwhelmed and contented. He contemplated quietly.“Well, it is just 8. I am not that late. Though I am tired.” Tiger thought for a while returning.“Should I ask Christiana about the case and petition? Or should I
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