Faking Disability: Two Years of Deceit for Revenge
Braving a downpour, I delivered a lavish food order, anticipating the hefty commission and a $100 tip.
Laughter suddenly echoed from the villa.
Someone started, "He really believes your car crash left you paralyzed? He's hustling deliveries to support you and even pawned his dad's heirloom?"
Another said, "What if he discovers you're actually a billionaire heiress, just playing poor? He'd probably break down in tears."
Jessica Stark toyed with her wine glass. "Guys like him are wired to serve, especially since he always outshone Mark in our school days. This is his comeuppance."
I stood in the relentless rain, a bitter chuckle escaping my lips.
Turned out, her two-year charade of paralysis was merely to avenge her childhood sweetheart.
Her broken legs, deceased parents, and helpless tears were all meticulously crafted lies.
Disillusioned, I dialed my estranged tycoon mother. "You win. I'll go through with the arranged marriage."