I was struggling to free myself from the water, but it kept pulling me down into its depths. I wasn't much of a swimmer, and I do black out when thrown into a vast body of water. I continued struggling to get an edge and free myself, but I was gradually losing consciousness while sinking to the depths of the river.In a split second, my whole life flashed right in my face. I never imagined I would be dying out here in a small river, in this tiny town, and most importantly, without actualizing my dream of marrying a billionaire. The thought of dying a pauper broke my heart into pieces as I gradually sank to the bottom. I know the river glitters like gold, but it's not lose to the real thing. I prayed earnestly in my heart to the god of riches to give me one more chance to make my dream come true.I was a few inches away from hitting the bottom and almost lost consciousness when someone grabbed my right arm. I have never been as grateful as I was when I felt those strong hands on my arm

The images of Oliver and Arielle's mouths fused together kept bugging me; I couldn't shake it off, nor could I forget about it. Dean looked more confused than ever as he kept stealing glances at me.This was the very first time I decided to give love a chance, and this is what I got in return."Maybe I came too late," I thought. I couldn't help but blame myself for not recognizing my feelings all this time, but does he feel the same as I do? That was one thing I could not fathom; maybe he never felt anything so special for me."Charm, is everything alright?" Dean questioned me, but I was too bitter and hurt to even say a word; tears kept rolling down my cheeks freely. I tried a couple of times to stop crying, but I found myself crying even more.After waiting a few minutes for a response he realized I was not going to say a word, he took my hands and gave them a gentle squeeze."I'm here for you," he whispered to me, trying his best to console me.That was when I increased the volume

The rattling sound coming from the closet woke me up. I opened my eyes, and he wasn't lying down beside me anymore. I turned over to see his massive back facing me, and I lay back on the bed, pretending to be asleep while watching him from behind. He was just in his briefs, and believe me, he looked so ravishing."I must have been so blind all this while," I whispered to myself. I giggled a little but covered my face with the duvet, trying so hard not to make a sound.I just didn't know what he was searching for in my closet, but I loved exactly where he was standing. The view was intoxicating. I removed the cover to take a glance at him again."Boo!""Oh my goodness, Oliver!" I screamed. He cracked up, laughing so hard, He scared the shit out of me; how did he even know I was awake? I couldn't seem to hide anything from him; he leaned in and kissed my forehead."Good morning, sweety.""Good morning," I shyly said, pulling up the sheets covering my mouth while smiling."Someone is ha

"Mom, what fuck have you done this time around? And why does she think I am her fiance?""Language!" she barked at me."That young, sweet lady out there is a very successful girl with all the right connections you can think of.""What does that have to do with it?" I snapped at Mom."Everything Oliver! Every single thing! Your father and I had sealed this engagement with them long before he died," she screamed right back at me."Why was I not informed, for heaven's sake?"I yelled back at her without thinking for a split second."Son, this is for the family; we all have sacrifices we are bound to make for the growth of this family." She went on preaching."I don't even know what games you are playing, and I don't really care, Mom, but just so you know, this game you are playing will not work this time around." I snarled and made to work out on her."Ooh!" I heard Mom scream as she swerved back a bit while holding her head. I grabbed hold of her and gently made her sit down on the chai

I forgot about work. I hurriedly prepared for work while he was on the bed admiring me. He occasionally smacks my buttocks, making me blush. I was honestly fighting the urge to hop right into bed with him again and create some sweet memories, but I just had to concentrate. Oliver has the knack of disorganizing me.I was done preparing and ready to leave."I'm done; we should go smarty.""Isn't your neck a little too naked?"I touched my neck and realized I wasn't wearing a necklace. I quickly pulled open my jewelry box and grabbed one. I was about to wear my necklace when he stood up from the bed, butt naked.I glanced at him from the mirror, and I felt a pool of wetness welling up in my core. He bent over, picked up his jacket from the floor, dipped his hands into the side pocket, and fished out something.He came closer to me; I could feel his length brushing against my shoulder. I was flushed, but I didn't move an inch as I stood looking at him in the mirror."I wanted to give you