All Chapters of Under His Guard: Chapter 11 - Chapter 12

KADEHer hands trembled, the card shaking along with them. I wondered what was written on it that had disoriented her this badly. I searched her face for signs, but there was nothing.She was eerily calm.“I think this is what’s best for both families. Adrian doesn’t deserve a wife who’s going to die on him in less than a year. Him turning into a widower would be bad news for the company.”How could a father say something like that? To his only child too?Aria’s expression gave nothing away. Her eyes remained fixed on the white card in her hands.He stood up and walked out.Margaret stayed seated, the corners of her lips lifting slightly. She looked pleased about everything happening.“You look like you’re going to collapse any moment from now,” she said, turning to me. “You should probably tuck her into bed.”She stood and adjusted her top.“Cassie has always been right for Adrian. You were just the wrong choice. But now everything’s been sorted out.” She smiled. “On the bright side,