บททั้งหมดของ Married To The Crippled Billionaire : บทที่ 1 - บทที่ 9

Philia nudged Mari Catherine Kings playfully. "Raymond St Daniels is staring at you," she whispered, her eyes sparkling with mischief.Mari's cheeks flushed. She felt a shiver run down her spine. Her spoon froze midway as she was about to sip her soup. She choked on her breath and Philia rushed to hand her a bottle of water.The school cafeteria hummed with excitement as students chattered with their friends. But one group commanded everyone's attention__ the St Daniels brothers. They're heirs to the biggest conglomerates and a worthy catch. It was no surprise that the cheerleading squad flocked around them, giggling and vying for their attention.The St Daniels brothers' table was always mostly crowded. They're always surrounded with admirers.So it was unthinkable that Raymond would notice her amidst the chaos, especially with Sara, his stunning girlfriend, by his side. "Come on, Mari, just look," Philia urged excitedly. "He's been staring at you for like five minutes now." M

Buy a new dress. Black suede, preferably. And high heels to match. The St Daniels' charity foundation dinner party promises to be a high society affair. The wealthy elites will be in attendance.Make sure she looked presentable and stunning. Her mother have already texted her, reminding her to attend. Mari looked into her overflowing wardrobe, where over a thousand dresses hung waiting for her to wear them. But she knew that wearing any of them would be a mistake. Her mother, Melissa Kings, had an unspoken rule. Never repeat a dress at a high society event. It was a taboo that Mari dare not break, not tonight, when the elite and aristocratic guests would gather for the St. Daniels' charity gala.For Melissa Kings, having one of her daughters snag a St. Daniels brother was the ultimate goal. And with Charlotte already close with Grayson as her best friend, her mother's ambitions were already partially fulfilled. Melissa Kings had her sights set higher for Mari. She wanted her t

Cullman Kings patted his youngest daughter affectionately. Once they were seated, the maid burst in to announce the arrival of their guests. Mr. Kings nodded, and she hurried off to escort them in.Mari's eyes widened in surprise as Mr. and Mrs. St. Daniels entered the room. The two families exchanged respectful greetings.Her father cleared his throat.All eyes turned to Mari. She felt a suffocating sense of unease. Her lungs tightened, restricting airflow."Catherine, Mr and Mrs St Daniels, have come to finalize a contract with us," Cullman Kings announced, his eyes on Mari's. "It's all about you, my dear daughter. And it's of grave importance that you accept their offer."Confusion marred Mari's face. The words "contract" and "it's all about you" seemed to mock her.Mari's palms grew damp with sweat, and she swallowed hard, her throat constricting. But nothing could have prepared her for the shocking sight of Mrs Danielle St Daniels falling to her knees before her, tears strea

The St Daniels penthouse was more enormous than ever. It seemed the misfortune five years ago didn't dampened their spirit. They'd renovated the entire place and Mari felt like it was surreal as their driver pulled up into the driveway."Make sure you act sophisticated and proper, I don't want the St Daniels thinking they're the ones doing us a favor while infact we're the important ones here," Melissa whispered with a smile wide spread. "Keep your shoulders high and act like the queen you are."Mari's skirt poured on the floor like a bridal train. Her mother had specifically ordered the dress to be tailored made for this occasion. Mari kept her head high, her shoulder square high, hips swaying and her steps elegant. She moved with purpose, smiling and greeting everyone that comes her way, her eyes dancing with excitement... searching for that face that always made her body shivered. As expected, the engagement party held fewer guest like planned. She counted twelve altogether. But

"Grayson St Daniel's is going to be his brother's best man, and now Charlotte's backing out as my bridesmaid. This is crazy, Mom."Mari plodded into the chair in the fitting room. The various designs for her supposed wedding dress all clipped out into a magazine. She couldn't even make a choice out of the exquisite gowns on the book and now Charlotte's bowing out.Fuck, she cursed, she thought Charlotte was over him already.Melissa Kings was not one for big talks. She smiled at her daughter and waved the store attendant away."I think your sister is just being selfish," Melissa clipped, sipping her morning tea. "She could certainly endure seeing thirty minutes of Grayson's face until after the vows are done.""What am I going to do, Mom?" Mari fretted. She heaved a sigh, and grip her tea cup tightly before taking a small sip to calm her nerves. Who knew planning a wedding could be so chaotic? Raymond was not responding to her texts...she hadn't heard from him since the night in his