Semua Bab DEAR STRANGER, MARRY ME AGAIN: Bab 1 - Bab 10

SLOANE I don’t know what to say. My mouth opens slightly, but nothing comes out. He’s already turning away before I can try again, already nodding at someone, already slipping into the crowd like the conversation never happened.And just like that, I stop trying.The rest of the night passes in a blur. I smile when people look. I laugh when someone tells a joke. I sip champagne, I can barely taste. I sit through speeches I don’t hear and dance with relatives I barely recognize, and yet, my new husband is nowhere near me.After what seems like forever, it's time for us to leave and be alone. That excitement inside me slowly starts to grow all over again. I'm standing by the door when I hear footsteps. My mouth curves into a smile as I turn, hoping to give this night a chance. “You are in so much trouble-” My words get caught in my throat because behind me isn't my husband. It's Anderson, his driver. Anderson has been working for Ian since I knew him. He has sandy brown hair and bro

IANI tap my pen against the desk while the presentation goes on. I'm a fucking mess, my heart feels like it's in shreds and there is nothing I can do.If I'm in this kind of pain, it's only fair that she feels a fraction of it.“Is it because I'm tainted?” Her pained voice echoes in my head.I hate that look of vulnerability in her eyes. Fuck I hate being behind that look but I'm fucking torn. Drawing close to her feels like betraying my mother. My mind is far, far away.Back to the moment everything shattered.Her smile at the end of the aisle.Her hand slipping into mine.That soft look in her eyes like she actually believed we were beginning our forever.I grip the pen tighter.Liar.She knew.She fucking knew.I found out the truth barely ten goddamn minutes before the ceremony.She kept that filth to herself like it was something she had the right to bury.She chose silence.She chose him.And still… still I stood there like a goddamn fool, sliding the ring on her finger, kiss

IANThe warehouse looms ahead with no lights and looks like it was abandoned for a long time. Just as I'm stepping out of my car silently, I feel a tap on my shoulder. I turn about to get defensive when I find that it's Anderson.I forgot how quick and silent he is on his feet. That's why I hired him. You see him but never see him coming. “Where is he?” I ask.“In the backseat, sir.” I nod as I rush to where his car is packed. Axel, my black Belgian Malinois, is leaping from the back seat, his teeth bared and ready.“Track her,” I command, with a low voice. I've always kept him away from her and most people because he's deadly. When he attacks, you can forget about seeing the next day. Putting her phone to his nose, He lowers his head, sniffs the air, and bolts forward like a shot, massive paws thudding against the gravel. His body is all tense, like a coiled spring ready to break bones.I follow behind him, slipping through a half-collapsed section of the fence. My fists clench at

IAN“If only you had listened to me! This wouldn't be happening.” Dad half screams, and I drag smoke from my cigarette. I'm fucking angry. I smoke more when I'm angry until I calm down. Which is pretty stupid considering I'm a doctor and I know the harm of tobacco. “Maybe you should leave me to deal with my wife. I don't think I asked for your opinion!” I bite back.Dad looks at me from his glasses. I'm pushing it but he knows damn well I don't like anyone up in my business.“Your wife is the main problem! Have you forgotten so soon? Can you also stop smoking that nonsense in my office? What is wrong with you?” Dad spits, disapproval in his tone. “Dad is right. Her father-” Anorld, who thinks backing Dad will get him a bigger share opens his mouth to spew nonsense but I cut him off.I whirl on him. “Speak again, and I’ll rearrange your face. I'm not in the mood for your petty bullshit.”“Charming as ever,” he mutters, but wisely shuts the hell up.I rub my temples starting to feel

SLONEI stand in what should be our house, and my mouth is almost on the ground. I come from money, but damn, how rich is this guy.I agreed to let Stone Face drag me to his house for a very simple reason. I can't afford his crazy demands, and I'd like to keep my head. Thank you very much.The man looks like he will poison me tomorrow. I should really watch what I eat. “This is Mable. She will help you with anything you need. We didn't have a full-time helper, but seeing you are still recovering, I suggest you let her do things for you.”“By suggest you mean demand?” I arch my brow.He smirks, and I almost faint from how good he looks, curving those lips to the..Woah.What is wrong with me?“You catch on quick. Stay out of trouble.” He says as he walks out. I stare holes into his back, and in this moment, I pray to everything Devine to please bless me with superpowers so I can turn this bastard to ash.I refuse to believe I married him with my own will. Aside from that, why would