Billionaire’s Forbidden Cinderella
“Eat, Irina. You need to keep up appearances.”
I obeyed, forcing a few bites before setting my fork down. The meal dragged on, each course punctuated by more stories and laughter. Occasionally, someone would direct a question my way—about the wedding, about Viktor, about my future—but I kept my answers short. The less I said, the better.
As dessert was served, Aunt Mila turned to me again. “You know, Irina, I was just telling your mother how fortunate you are. Not every girl gets the chance to marry into such a powerful family. You must feel very grateful.”