All Chapters of His Bride by Contract, His Obsession by Fate: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Rue took another drag from his cigarette. He tilted his head back and blew the smoke upward into the air. At that moment, he looked just like the ruthless villain out of a movie—yet there was one thing Rory couldn't deny. Rue was undeniably handsome. Her prospective father-in-law wasn't lying, her future husband was far from ugly. If they ever ended up having children, she certainly wouldn't be on the losing end of that genetic deal.After finishing the cigarette, Rue stubbed it out in a sleek ashtray and shifted his gaze back to Rory.“I will sign that piece of paper under one condition,” Rue stated.Rory’s brows knit together. “And what’s that?”Rue smirked, displaying a prominent, deep dimple on his left cheek. “I want you to personally handle and lead the project.”“Is that all?—wait, what?!” Rory blurted out in shock. “What do you mean I lead it? I’m a doctor, Mr. Rivaz.”His face instantly turned serious. “I thought you said you were smart?”“O-Of course I am,” she replied, supp

Dr. Martinez fell silent as he listened to her.“I want to choose myself for once. Besides, I don't want to continue practicing medicine if I know my heart isn't in it. A doctor holds human lives in their hands—I shouldn't be handling patients if I don't truly love this profession, Doc.”Dr. Martinez saw the unshakeable determination burning in the young woman’s eyes. He realized that no amount of persuading would change her mind. A heavy sigh escaped the old physician’s lips.“It really is such a tragic waste, Rory... but if your mind is truly made up, I have no choice but to respect it,” the doctor said mournfully. Reaching for his pen, he slowly signed his name onto Rory’s withdrawal form.Dr. Martinez slid the paper back across the desk to her, forcing a faint smile. “Take care of yourself on whatever new path you choose, Rory. And remember—if you ever wish to return, the doors will always be open for you.”Rory picked up the signed clearance form and stood up. She bowed deeply to

Rory sat beneath the expensive gazebo, surrounded by lush, towering greenery and a refreshing breeze. Stacked neatly on the glass table before her were thick folders, architectural blueprints, and reference books on corporate law and construction management. She lightly massaged her temples. She had been given a grace period of just one week before the project officially kicked off the following week. She needed to master everything—there was zero room for error, especially when something so monumental was hanging in the balance: her marriage to Rue Rivaz. “Miss Rory?” a maid greeted softly as she approached the gazebo carrying a tray. “Good afternoon. What would you like for your afternoon snack while you study?” Rory adjusted her glasses and offered a faint smile. “Just some butter cookies and a glass of orange juice will do. Thank you.” “Of course, Miss Rory. I’ll go prepare them right away,” the maid replied with a smile before heading back toward the mansion. Rory was just ab

When they arrived at the VIP suite, Rory quickly pushed the door open. Inside, they found Mr. Dimitrios leaning back against the bed, being examined by an attending physician with a blood pressure monitor attached to his arm.Rory rushed inside, her annoyance instantly vanishing, replaced by deep concern.“Dad!” Rory approached the bedside with careful haste, gently taking the old man’s hand in hers. “How are you feeling? What did the doctor say? Did your blood pressure spike?”Mr. Dimitrios looked slightly startled at first, but a broad smile quickly bloomed across his face upon seeing Rory. “Oh, Rory, my child. Don't worry too much. I just felt a bit dizzy while walking earlier, but I’m perfectly fine now.”“Oh, Dad, I knew it!” Rory chided gently while smoothing out his blanket. “You haven't been careful with what you eat. Starting tomorrow, I’m personally overseeing your diet plan. Please don't do this again. You gave me quite a scare.”Mr. Dimitrios chuckled softly and patted the

Rory didn't hesitate for a second. She tapped her phone screen and immediately answered the call from her mother, Amanda.“Where on earth are you, Rory? You haven't come home in days!” Amanda barked from the other end of the line. “What? Are you really going to forget you even have a family just because of your sister's mistake?”“Mom,” Rory replied in a grim, deadly serious voice. “Until Alana introduces the man behind her pregnancy to me, I am not stepping foot back in that house.”Amanda gasped sharply in disbelief. “What did you just say?”“You heard me loud and clear, Mom. I’m not coming home until she brings out the father of her child and introduces him to me. I don't care if they’re already broken up. My only point is—”“Have you really become this heartless, Rory?” Amanda cut in sharply. “What can we possibly do if Alana doesn't want to reveal who got her pregnant? Especially if the man himself doesn't want to step forward?! What are we supposed to do about that?”Rory drew a