บททั้งหมดของ VOWS OF DESIRES (DS1): บทที่ 1 - บทที่ 10

Five years have passed, and I've become a more renowned painter and a successful businesswoman.I was busy typing on my laptop when the door at my office suddenly opened. It was my best friend and also my secretary, Aeun Tsui, who arrived.She gave me a playful smile before speaking, "I have good news, Eli." Then she placed a folder on my desk, which caught my attention."What is this for?" I confusedly asked."Those are the documents provided by the owner of the museum you purchased. Now, it will be easier for you to relocate to the areas where you plan to display your new collections." She paused, taking a deep breath. "Isn't it surprising?" She then grinned.I paused for a moment, taken aback by her words. Was I hearing this right? Documents? Does this mean that the stubborn old businessman finally gave in and accepted my offer? No way! I quickly snatched the folder Aeun had placed on my table and opened it, grinning. She wasn’t joking! That old man actually handed over the proper

I sighed after reviewing the contents of the folder Aeun had given me. It was the profile of Mr. Caje, namely Mr. Bryle Calixus Caje. His family is one of the major partners of the Lees, so it was understandable that I didn't know him well, as his parents had recently transferred their company, Caje Corporation, to him. He also manages his own separate business ventures, distinct from his family's interests. He has accomplished a great deal at a young age—it is impressive that he now oversees five businesses that are no longer under his parents' purview. Just like me, I have a company of my own, aside from the Lee's, and that’s Blu Arte’s—the art collection, sales, and museum management company I take pride in. I shook my head, setting the folder down. It was almost laughable, how serious was I? I hired a private agent just to get acquainted with that man? I must be losing my mind. "Eli," I looked up as Aeun, who had been watching me, suddenly spoke. "What are your plans for address

Aeun set the papers down and spoke with a notable lack of enthusiasm. "Review these and sign them when you're done," she said. She crossed her arms in front of me and gave me a piercing look. "What's wrong, Eli? You seem off." I couldn't help but roll my eyes at her inquiry. How could I not be, considering Bryle had said he would pick me up last night, and I had waited for three hours with no sign of him? Had I truly believed in him? Was I losing my mind? I shook my head at the thought."I need to tell you something, Ae," I said reluctantly, starting to go through the papers Aeun had given me. "The reason Cava Corp agreed to the partnership is that..." I hesitated, unsure if I should continue.My phone rang, diverting my attention—it was Mom. I let out a sigh before answering. "Eli, good thing you picked up. We're at the airport with your dad. We'll be staying at your place tonight. Would that be okay?" I sighed again."Yes, Mom, it's fine. I won't be home for about a week," I replied

"What do you mean?! You agreed to pretend to be married to him in exchange for Cava Corp’s partnership with Lee Corp?!" Aeun asked, shocked, and I just nodded curtly."You’re crazy, Eli! Why would you agree to that? You didn’t even think it through! We have plenty of other companies that would partner with us; you should’ve just backed out!" She kept lecturing. "And now you’re telling me you’re moving in with him?! You’ve really lost it, Felicity Rose Lee!""What could I do?" I shrugged. "It’s a deal, I agreed. No backing out now."Aeun winced at that, rolling her eyes with a sigh. "I knew it, you make terrible decisions without me. I’m not responsible for what happens to you, Eli. You’re the one choosing this path.""Aeun, Bryle seems nice, actually." I tried to convince her, but she just shook her head and turned away."Go ahead, say that, but I won’t be surprised if he screws you over," she shot back."There was a board meeting with your family, and your parents were thrilled. They

“Eli? Are you okay?” Aeun asked after she dropped the folders on my desk, “These are the documents from the board. Review these.” She sat on the couch and just stared at me when I didn’t respond, “Wait, are you alright? You looked like you had a bad morning. Was something wrong? Did something happen?” “Nothing. I’m just thinking of something.” I timidly answered and started working on the documents Aeun had given me. “Are you sure? You're quiet, is it because you are broken-hearted with your fake husband—” I didn't let her finish her sentence as I cut her off. “So you mean, if someone is quiet, they are broken-hearted? Can’t they just be thinking of something else or thinking of work?” I snapped back at her, “And Aeun, what do you mean by broken-hearted? Why would my heart get broken for a person I don’t even love?” “Chill, I’m just guessing. You being quiet is very unusual. You are never like this, Felicity Rose Lee.” She