Isolation at the Heart of Marriage

Author: Vikings

Chapter 1 01

Word Count: 1210 | Released on: 26/04/2025

ed her ears as she took each step, her heart fluttering in anticipation. It was hard to believe that this was happening, just three months after they first met. His grandmother had intro

leman. His proposal had come exactly one month ago, and now they

air perfectly styled, and his sharp features illuminated by the soft glow of the church lights. Her heart beat faster, the rhythm of it almos

, burning anger that seemed to cut through the moment. It was so stark against the smile he wore that Erica nearly

ter, were all smiling, sharing the joy of the day. But despite the festive air, Erica's heart thudded uneasily. She turned her gaze back to Arnold, trying to reassure herself. The anger in

rica Binder. She was on top of the world. Her family and friends cheered as they made their way out of the church, and

a kiss to them through the window. They had all wished her the best of luck, but deep down, she couldn't sha

g her toward the hotel with a level of care that made her feel like the luckiest woman alive. His arm was warm and strong around her, and

knowledging everyone, but saying nothing. The silence between them was thick, like a delicate bubble that might burst at any moment. Erica didn't want to s

as almost as if he was holding on to something that didn't belong to him, as if his mind was elsewhere. Erica looked up at him, but he

Candles flickered softly, their light reflecting off the sea of roses scattered across the floor. The

n onto the bed. The softness of the sheets beneath her body contrasted sharply with the coldness in his eyes

wedding night. She tried to sit up, but Arnold was already speakin

er lov

her chest, and for a moment, she couldn't breathe. Never loved her? But

ndma forced me. She threatened to disinherit me if I didn't. I don't know how you poisoned her

. Erica couldn't move, couldn't speak. She was trapped

nded that I make you think I loved you. It made me sick, but I won't let someone like you ruin everything I'

ll play the happy newlywed role in front of everyone, but don't think fo

like the room itself was shaking. Erica didn't even

the door behind him with such force that the sound reverberat

s, the weight of his words sinking in. She had married a m

she been

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“There stood the most gorgeous man in Erica Ferguson's eyes, her groom, Arnold Binder. Tall, handsome, with a smile that could melt even the coldest heart, he had been the man of her dreams, or so she thought. The wedding had been nothing short of a fairy tale, and the love he had shown her before their vows had made her believe she was the luckiest woman alive. But then, the truth hit her like a tidal wave, shattering her illusions into pieces. Her world crumbled when she discovered that her husband had never loved her like he had claimed. All the sweet words, the tender gestures, were nothing more than a facade. Arnold had married her to please his grandmother, a cold business arrangement that meant nothing to him beyond obligation. The realization tore through Erica's heart like a knife, leaving her breathless, drowning in a sea of disbelief. Since that painful revelation, Erica's life had been nothing but a living hell. She had expected love, care, and partnership, but instead, she faced indifference and loneliness. Her husband, once the center of her world, now felt like a stranger. He never bothered to see her pain, nor did he try to comfort her. She was left to face it all alone. Erica, despite her strength, could feel herself slowly starting to break apart. The weight of betrayal was unbearable, and though she tried to hold onto the pieces of herself, they were slipping through her fingers like sand. She had always been strong, but even the strongest woman had her breaking point.”