All Chapters of Married To a Stranger : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Nina went up to the top floor and slipped into Owen's office. He was dressed in a crisp white shirt and a black suit, looking sharp and sophisticated. He didn't look at her. Instead, he gestured toward the dining table. Go ahead and eat. Ruby hesitated, then did as she was told. As she helped herself to the delicacies, she heard the click of a phone camera. She looked up to see Owen. Taking a picture. He sent it immediately to Matilda, and then walked over. Ruby didn't need to ask who it was for. She glanced at the spread instead. Forcing herself to sound casual, fancy lunch, Mr Knight. Owen replied as he took off his jacket. After all, you seem to have quite the expectations, he added sarcastically, clearly referring to Ruby's earlier remark to Carter. Ruby's cheeks flushed. Her eyes darted briefly to the strong line of his forearm before she caught herself. Clearing her throat, she began packing some of the food into a container. I just remembered I haven't fed Kitty yet, so

Matilda's words made Ruby freeze. She stared at her for a few seconds, too shocked to react. Mrs. Anderson is my mother. The thought almost escaped her lips, then she shook her head. Matilda had severe Alzheimer's. She probably had no idea what she was saying. Besides, how would she know anything about the Anderson family? No, she's not, Grandma, she said gently, forcing a light smile. Just because we look a little similar doesn't mean we're related. It was true that both Ruby and Natalia had distinct oval-shaped faces, but Natalia's eyes were sharp and almond-shaped. Ruby's were rounder, more doe-eyed. The only real similarity was the cool, distant air they both carried. At first glance, someone might think they were related, which, in a way, made sense because Ruby had always

Isabel's face went ashen. She thought she'd gotten away with the mess she'd created. Warren had fallen for her fake tears, just as always. But. Sheila's rigid sense of morality had ruined everything, and now she had to humiliate herself in front of her arch-rival. Okay, Mom, I'll tell Ruby I'm sorry. Isabel mumbled, her voice thick with resentment. Seeing the storm brewing behind her daughter's eyes, Natalia sighed and gently changed the subject. Didn't you want to introduce Carter to Dr. N? We can all go together tomorrow. Warren stood and left, clearly satisfied. Isabel had been scolded, yet rewarded all the same. The moment he was gone, Isabel's eyes lit up. She slipped her arm through her mother's affectionately. Oh, thanks, Mom. You're the best. She'd already cost Carter 2%

Ruby's words sent a chill through the room. Isabel hesitated, then frowned. “What do you mean?”Ruby Carter stared at her, uneasy, before anyone could respond. Natalia, agitated, went into a violent coughing fit. “Where is Dr. N?” she gasped between breaths. Ruby rushed to her side and pressed a cup of tea into her hand. Natalia's fingers trembled as she held it, but then the cup slipped from her hand. And she collapsed forward onto the table. “Mrs. Anderson!” Ruby cried, reaching for her, but Isabel shoved her back hard. “Get away from her!” she screamed. “What did you do to my mom? Mom, wake up! Carter, call 911!” The ambulance arrived within minutes. As the medics lifted Natalia onto the stretcher, Ruby tried to climb in with them, but Carter grabbed her arm and yanked her back. His face twisted with anger. “You're a disgrace,” he snarled. “Stay away from her. If anything happens to her, you'll answer to me.” He shoved Ruby back onto the curb. Ruby didn't fig

Her father's harsh question made Ruby's eyes narrow before she could respond. Natalia's soft voice came from the bed. “Is that Ruby?” Warren, let her in. “You'd better not upset my wife again.” Ruby ignored him and walked straight to Natalia. “I already told you this has nothing to do with Ruby,” Natalia said gently, holding Ruby's hand. “I'm just exhausted from days of poor sleep.” “Sweetheart, were you frightened today?” Ruby managed a faint smile. “I'm just glad you're okay.” “You should come home more often,” Natalia said warmly, settling back against the pillows. “And your husband. Your mother may call him useless, but I know better. You've always had good judgment.” “I'm sure he's not so bad. Bring him to meet me someday.” Ruby's eyes burned. “Yes, ma'am,” she whispered.