Xavier was surrounded by his lawyer and assistant, feeling the weight of his father's expectations pressing down on him. As he made his way back to the lavish wedding reception, he couldn't help but feel a sense of resentment towards his father for forcing him into a marriage he didn't want. The thought of pretending to be a dutiful husband filled him with dread, yet at the same time, he couldn't shake off the feeling of obligation towards his family. With each step closer to his father, Xavier's conflicted emotions grew stronger.“There you are. Where is your bride? I bet she has already left because she hates your guts.” The man's body swayed in rhythm with the music, his arms gracefully stretching and twisting as his feet moved seamlessly across the dance floor. A smug smirk played on his lips as he spoke to Xavier.“Well, that makes the two of us,” he said as he continued to stare at the man in front of him. “Who is she? I thought I was going to get married to Avery Jackson." Xavi

Lost and confused, Finn frantically searched for his missing bride, Avery. He spared no expense in using all of his resources to locate her, determined to uncover the truth behind her sudden disappearance. After three long, grueling days of searching, he finally received word that Avery had been spotted in South Africa.His mind raced with possibilities—was she being held captive? Was she trying to escape their arranged marriage? As he journeyed to South Africa, Finn couldn't shake the feeling that something wasn't right. Little did he know, this was all a cunning ploy orchestrated by Avery and her mother, Dora. They had been playing a dangerous game, and now Finn was caught in the middle as he desperately searched for his elusive bride.The African landscape stretched out before him, unfamiliar and wild, adding to his sense of unease and urgency. Will he find Avery and unravel the truth behind her disappearance before it's too late?Sandton City Hotel,In the courtyard of the Sandton

With her face pressed against the cool glass of the window, Olivia's gaze was fixed on the vast expanse of space outside. A wave of overwhelming emotion washed over her, and she felt tears prick at the corners of her eyes. Clutching a fragile glass of water in her trembling hand, she could feel her veins pulsing with frustration and anger. In a sudden burst of rage, she hurled the glass at the floor, watching as it shattered into countless jagged pieces. With a shaky hand, she brushed back her tousled hair, trying to regain control of her emotions.“Make sure you clean that up." Xavier strode into the room with a cold, calculated confidence. His voice, though calm, held a hint of frost as he made his way to the walk-in closet. Behind him, Olivia's footsteps echoed with determination and anger. She followed him inside and stood just inches away from his imposing figure. Xavier could feel her piercing gaze on him and knew that she wanted to discuss the fact that he was married. With a s

A month later,Cathleen was confused as to why there was no information on her husband on the internet. So she opened her laptop once more and continued her search, but she came up empty. After that, she used her hacking skills to gain access to the Knight group and learn more about Xavier Alexander Knight. Due to the stringent security measures taken by the company, this was not an easy task. She was taken aback to learn that the man was the owner of Knight Group International.She started rubbing her temples and then dove headfirst into researching her husband’s background further. It was common knowledge that the man was a Casanova. Cathleen then smiled because she knew that the man was not one to settle down. She stood on the balcony and reflected on the circumstances that led to her marriage to Finn’s uncle. The two men were just the same to her. She went back to her bedroom and slept.The sun rose, casting its warm rays over the bustling city. With a satisfied stomach from her b

The early morning sunlight streamed through the kitchen windows, casting a warm glow over Cathleen as she bustled about preparing old Mr. Knight's favorite breakfast. The tantalizing scents of sizzling bacon, buttery pancakes, and freshly brewed coffee wafted through the air, creating a mouth-watering aroma that filled the room.The maids watched in awe and admiration as Cathleen expertly flipped the pancakes and arranged them on a platter with precision. Some even dared to ask for her secret recipes, amazed by the delicious smells and flavors that filled their senses. Memories of cooking for Finn flooded back to Cathleen, but she pushed them aside and focused on creating the perfect breakfast for Mr. Knight. She wanted to make this meal special for him, just like she used to before Finn betrayed her.Drawn to the enticing aroma wafting from the kitchen, Xavier left the warmth of his room and descended the stairs. As he turned the corner, his eyes widened in amazement at the sight bef