Audrey’s POVI couldn’t dare refuse this offer. My insides burned from rage, and deep down I knew I couldn’t bring down Michael and Alana on my own. I needed help, and here it was, on a silver platter at that.A smile curved on his lips, one that couldn’t be labeled as one; his lips simply pulled up before returning back to their usual state.He gripped my hand a bit tighter, his larger hand covering mine completely.“Will you marry me, Audrey?”His words were smooth, gently reminding me that I hadn’t yet replied to his question.“Y—yes.” His thumb gently brushed the back of my hand. I felt a sudden jolt immediately that had me pulling away.His lips pulled up into a smirk, one that made a cold brush against my spine. Why did it feel like my fate had been sealed without the need of a contract?Was it normal trusting this man whom I didn’t know, had never seen before, and was now marrying???My lips parted to say something to oppose the marriage plans—maybe they could make another deal
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