All Chapters of The CEO's Contract Bride: Marriage On Paper: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

NatashaIt was a beautiful day indeed. The sky was so blue that it made me wonder if the sky changed overnight.I'd never been the one to gaze at the sky or appreciate nature however, today was different, even the breeze felt friendly.“Kenzie!” I said excitedly as I reached the receptionist’s desk. She was the most friendly person I've ever met.Little wonder she had her job anyway.“You… your hair,” She whistled excitedly.I was blushing like wildfire. It felt good to get acknowledged.“I did a little thing with it,” I muttered shyly.“You have such keen eyes for details.”The ringing of the telephone interrupted Kenzie's reply so I waited.She was talking to the CEO, Bruce Stamford, a man known in the business for his charisma, appearance, and ethics.He was the perfect gentleman in the eyes of the public but at work, he was a total workaholic.What's wrong with being a workaholic, you would ask. Well, it's really bad when it affects the employees too.I worked three days, two nigh

NatashaI walked home full of regret. All would have been well if I never accepted Michael into my life.He came with an agenda and he was successful. He never cared about my feelings. He had the guts to dump me publicly.“He told me to relay these words…” The receptionist cleared her throat.“LET'S BREAK UP.”Perhaps, it was possible for words to run into one's bloodstream.I could feel anger surging in me when I heard that.I was no longer in denial but I refused to leave the place without setting my eyes on Michael.He had to show up and tell it to my face. And he did.The moment I set my eyes on him, I could tell he had changed totally. No, he simply brought out his real self.“You're pathetic!” He told me. “I'm done with you and I won't tolerate any more noisemaking here. Leave quietly or you'll be arrested for disruption!”Then he turned and began to leave.“Was everything a lie?” I asked him. I hated myself for being so clingy but it wasn't easy on my part.It had been a year o

NatashaI refreshed the page to confirm. It had to be network issues. There was no way my savings would be gone.However, it returned the same way. $0 and nothing more.At this point, I felt asphyxiated again. I grabbed a paper bag and breathed with it.I found my way outside and I could feel the breeze against my face.There was only one person who could have withdrawn the savings apart from me. That was Marie.I could remember she looked nervous when I talked about using the savings to get a new place earlier.I ran back inside and grabbed my phone.I dialed Marie's contact immediately.She picked up at the second ring.“Did you transfer the money in my savings to your bank account already? You should have told me,” I tried masking my fears.“I'm sorry, Natasha…” I heard those dreaded words.I had to sit down now else I could faint.“What are you sorry for?” I asked calmly.“I… I am sorry…” Marie went again.“Tell me the reason!” I shouted at her.I lost my temper for a second and t

NatashaBruce didn't seem to be joking. Frankly speaking, he never joked with me. I was probably among the top three people who knew him the most.I didn't serve as his office secretary alone. I was his driver on nights that he was too exhausted to drive or drunk.On events which he had to bring a date with him, I was his go-to date. And whenever I was unavailable, I was in charge of picking out a date for him.I knew what he wanted to eat when he was angry and I knew what drink to serve him on days he was sad.I literally had him in my palm. So I knew, maybe more than others, that he never joked.“Is this a joke?” I asked irregardless.“I mean it,” Bruce replied coolly.“I didn't want you at first. However, my plans all came to naught. I also don't wish to waste time on this. You are the perfect person for this.”I took a deep breath, overpowered by the mere idea of being Bruce Stamford's wife.C'mon, I wouldn't want a harder life than one I have lived so far.“I don't see a reason w

BruceI walked into the head office, and every employee who was seated, when they saw me, they stood up instantly.That was the culture, a sign of respect.I beckoned to Kenzie, who followed me immediately.“You will take over the duties of Natasha immediately,” I ordered.“Weren't you looking for another secretary, sir?” Kenzie questioned.I guess the rumor had spread.I stopped in my tracks.“Are you up to the task?”“What?” Kenzie responded, taken aback by the whole affair.“I have read your file,” I continued.“Apart from being responsible and dedicated, you have the qualifications to become my new secretary.It is about time you left your receptionist position. What do you say to my offer, Kenzie?”“Well, I'm honored,” she managed to say.“I am lost for words and…”“A simple yes or no will do,” I interrupted.“Yes, I accept your offer, sir!” Kenzie replied.I didn't expect less. She would be earning double her current salary.There was no way she would have turned that down.“Goo