I Didn't Marry the Girl I Funded のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 1 - チャプター 10

The next day, I attended the class reunion as promised. The moment I stepped into the venue, I was met with hostile looks from every direction.They were all from former classmates who used to flatter me because of my status."Tristan, you've got some nerve showing up. If Jasmine and Marcus hadn't told us about you, we wouldn't even know you're a fraud!" one of them said, reaching out to shove me. Before he could touch me, June stepped forward and slapped his hand away.The moment Marcus saw June, he immediately put on a pitiful expression. "Jasmine, look at how arrogant he still is. He doesn't take me seriously at all…"Jasmine and June had always been rivals, and Jasmine clearly disliked her. She shot me a furious glare."You brought her along, Tristan? All these years, and all you've got is this bodyguard to prop yourself up. Make her leave right now, or forget about our promise!"By "promise", she meant marrying me through the drawing.I smiled. For the first time, I didn't

Since June needed to stay behind for dress alterations, I didn't bring her along and went with a group of regular bodyguards instead.She looked a little upset with her lips pressed thinly together. There was a hint of grievance in her eyes as she nervously rubbed the edge of her sleeve."Mr. York, they're—"I patted her shoulder gently, treating her reaction as concern. "Wait for me. When I come back, we'll get married. This dress is my design. It suits you perfectly… Though, I didn't expect your figure to be this good."I kept part of the truth to myself. The dress was actually tailored to Jasmine's measurements.I thought June would fit it, but I didn't think she would have a great figure of her own.The mention of marriage made June blush. She stumbled on her words. I teased her lightly before heading for the auction house.The moment I arrived at the auction house, I spotted Jasmine in a second-floor private box with Marcus in her arms. She made a gesture. "Raise a bid."I

I looked up at June as she stood there like a savior descending from heaven. The sadness I had been holding back finally spilled over.The moment she saw me upset, her hands trembled as she steadied me. "Don't worry, Mr. York. Everyone who disrespected you here will pay for it."Jasmine froze when she saw June. Then, she exploded, "Who let her in? She's just a bodyguard?"As she spoke, the auction house doors opened again. A line of people entered and greeted June respectfully."Ms. Langley, how would you like this handled?"Ms. Langley?Anyone who could enter this auction was someone of status in Yarrowdale. Yet no one had ever heard of June. Jasmine burst into laughter. "Ms. Langley? Why are you addressing her with respect? Who is June supposed to be?"June wasn't angry. She ignored her completely, lifted me up by my arm, and helped me to the couch in the private box. When her eyes landed on the blood staining my shirt, her breathing grew noticeably softer."Quick. Treat Mr

Jasmine's hysterical cries sounded almost like she loved me deeply. It made me sick. "Back when I drew lots to choose a wife, I didn't draw your name. I drew June's."I wanted to tell you a long time ago that I was never going to marry you. I was willing to step aside and let you be with Marcus. You were the one who kept acting like our marriage was inevitable. You were just too arrogant."The moment I finished speaking, staff from the auction house arrived. "Ms. Turner, Mr. Lockwood, have you gathered the rest of your debt?"The question hit them like a death sentence. Both of them visibly shuddered.Jasmine's confidence collapsed instantly. She forced a flattering smile and tried to move past June toward me, as if to massage my shoulders, but June blocked her with one hand."June, let me talk to Mr. York. We grew up together. Please…" she pleaded softly as she clutched June's leg. "That pink diamond is too expensive. I really can't afford it. Even after selling all of Marcus'

When I came to again, I was in the hospital. June was sitting by my bed. The moment she saw my eyes open, she hurriedly helped me drink some water."Mr. York, this is all my fault. I shouldn't have stayed behind to handle the wedding arrangements. I should've gone with you."Her eyes were red. I gave her a reassuring smile. "You got there in time. That's what matters."As I spoke, Jasmine was escorted into the room. The moment she saw how close June was to me, she nearly lost her mind."I'm Tristan's wife! I'm the future lady of the Yorks! You can't treat me like this!"June gave her a look. Someone immediately stepped forward and slapped Jasmine across the face. "You tried to abduct Mr. York and spread rumors. Are you delusional?"Looks like you still don't know your place."I met Jasmine's frantic eyes. Fear flickered across her face. "In that case, you're invited to our wedding."…As the sole heir of the York family, my wedding was naturally arranged on the grandest scale.