Semua Bab Don't fall for your fake husband: Bab 61 - Bab 70

THIRTEEN YEARS AGO _______________________ -NINA- I was about to enter the locker room after my track practice when I heard Chris shouting my name. "Nina, wait." I spun around to face him, and he rushed over, lifting me off the ground in a warm embrace. "Chris! I'm all sweaty. I've just finished a three-mile run!" He gently lowered me through his arms, placing me back on the ground, but kept his hold on me. "I don´t care. You always smell incredible. It's a mixture of rosemary, ginger and lemon." To prove his point, he sniffed the curve of my neck. I probably stink, but he doesn't seem to care. "It's my shampoo. If you let me take a shower, I can guarantee I'll smell better." I told him and took a step back. "Wait, I have something to tell you. Guess who got an A in math?" He gave me his signature charming smile and showed me some folded paper. The folded paper was his math test, and he got all the answers right. "Oh my God! You did it, Chris! I knew you could."

-NINA- "So, what do you think?" I asked Sienna as we finished our tour in a chic rooftop restaurant on top of a sleek New York City hotel. Since it's Saturday morning, the place is almost empty. The sophisticated atmosphere is inviting, with modern, elegant decor and cozy seating areas with soft cream-colored chairs and wooden tables. Big squared windows with dark wooden frames offered breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline. "I love it. I read about this place the other day and was curious about it. It's perfect." she gave me a soft smile, surveying the bar area. "Do you think we can fit a dance floor over there? I'm not planning to invite a lot of people and I really want everyone to have a good time." "Sure. But you better check with Michelle about this. She knows all about bands, singers, DJs, all of this stuff. My knowledge of events ends with the choice of venue," I answered her, grabbing my phone to take some pictures. "Do you want me to tell the

-NINA- "I can't believe you are going to marry before me once again!" Michelle complained while applying some mascara. "It's not my fault you and Hank are planning an over-the-top wedding. These things take time, and we wanted our ceremony to happen as soon as possible," Sienna replied as Harper put the finishing touches to her hair. It was the day of Sienna and Matt's wedding, and we were all gathered in a hotel room, helping the bride to get ready while enjoying sips of champagne. "Stop moving your head, or I won't be finished before the sun sets." Harper was placing fresh white flowers on Sienna's head. Her dirty blonde hair was elegantly styled in an updo, with a few delicate strands softly framing her face. "I think it's enough, Harper. Thank you," Sienna said and, moving away, twirled to face us. "How do I look?" Dressed in an off-white satin wedding gown, Sienna looked stunning. Her dress had a fitted bodice, a long flowing skirt and an off-the-shoulder design i

-NINA- With our bodies bathed in the twinkling fairy lights on the hotel rooftop, my lips met Chris's soft ones once more. He nibbled gently on my lower lip before his tongue came asking permission to enter my mouth. His hands were tangled in my hair, gently tugging it, giving me delicious goosebumps. The kiss started soft at first and was getting mightier the second. My body was melting against his. My knees buckled and my hands gripping his jacket were the only thing holding me steady. Instinctively, I arched my back in an unconscious attempt to get closer to him. His hands traveled from my hair to the curve of my neck, down over my bare arms until they settled just above my waist, below my breasts. I let a soft moan, and he groaned in approval. Every cell of my body was awake, charged. I had never felt more alive, with my heartbeat resonating in my ears. Around us, the constant hum of the city was a fading background. It didn't matter that we were on a rooft

*Trigger warning: mention of self-harm ________________________________ -CHRIS- Lying down in front of the fireplace with Nina snugged against my chest, I couldn't have been happier. I wish time would stop, and we could stay here forever. I got some extra pillows and blankets, and we spent the night on the floor, as none of us felt like moving. I've been up for a while now, keeping the fire going and watching my beautiful girl sleep. Finally, after having traveled a difficult path, I've found something wonderful in my life. She stirred, making a cute moan and slowly woke up. "Good morning, sleeping beauty. How are you feeling?" I ran the back of my hand over her cheek. Her pale olive skin is softer than silk. She opened up those gorgeous forest-green eyes and smiled softly before answering me. "A little sore. In a good way. How much time do we still have before we have to come back?" I raised my arm and pushed my watch away from my leather