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A Marriage Gambled by Fortune

Chapter 3 A Sense of Torment

Word Count: 1328    |    Released on: 30/06/2023

ous day. This gorgeous morning presented a fresh start, free from any reminders of the distressing incident that occurred last night. Although

ting her arrival. With deliberate grace, she untangled her long, lustrous hair, her fingertips gliding through the silky strands. As she brushed her h

into a palette of earthy tones that complemented her mesmerising eyes. Carefully, she applied a touch of eyeshadow, accentuating the de

bones and adding a healthy, rosy glow. With a steady hand, she outlined her full, so

anger, revealing a gown that em

the night sky, with intricate lace detailing that delicately adorned the neckline and sleeves. The dress flowed gracefully down her body,

centuated, and her curves exuded an intoxicating allure. With every movement, the fabric whispered a seductive symphony, caressing her body as if

houghts and attitude overwhelmed me. It was like experiencing something familiar as the sound of the el

tonished and struggling to process my words. Confusing one's enemy is the finest strategy. And abo

since the previous day. Just as I savoured the first sip of my

ir?" I

ive minutes and ensure nothing is missing. I'l

e, sir,"

acious and sunlit room boasted a large oval table encircled by sleek leather chairs. A video projector adorned one wall, while a wate

ynolds entered the room, dressed in a sharp navy blue suit, his hair impeccably styled. A young, a

a smile, and I reci

red for the meeting,

Our partners will

hands with Mr. Reynolds and then with me. As I glanced across the assembly, struggling to recall some of t

yno

ar voi

source of that voice and froze in p

lue eyes, which resembled the deep, captivating depths of the sea. I couldn't help but avert my gaze, feeling a strange uneasiness creeping up inside me. His full

my predicament," Mr. Walters stated, directing his gaze tow

e him? Out of all the people in the world, why did fate

uired, causing Mr. Reynolds to

She will be joining us in the meeting," Mr. Reynolds introduced me, and a twisted smi

e said, extending his hand towards me, his gaze locke

overwhelming. Meanwhile, he remained cold, his expression unchanging, exuding an air of darkness and mystery. He squeezed my hand firmly, almost causing me to

r...." I paused, waiting for

ed, a wicked smile lingering on his lips. It dawned on me once a

eside us, clearly puzzled, and cleared his throat, prompting us to release each other's ha

nally said, signalling everyone to take their seats. I opened my folde

We stared at each other, unyielding and unwavering. The tension in the room grew palpable, as if the entire world had faded into the background, leaving only the

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