Fall In Love With My Bodyguard

I was engaged to Grayson Fuller when I was a little girl. So I had been waiting for the day we could become husband and wife.

However, he didn't value my feelings and forced me to marry his bodyguard.

The bodyguard was unwilling to let me down and pleaded with him to find me a better match.

Grayson sneered, "She has stayed in with the Fuller family all these years. I make it worth your while to marry her."

Grayson held a woman in his arms, who smiled triumphantly.

She looked at the bodyguard as if he were his toy.

I clenched my teeth and helped the bodyguard stand up. I said, "Let's get married!"

1.

I am Norah Horton, the adopted daughter of the Fuller family. Grayson's father had chosen me to be Grayson's wife in the future.

When I was five years old, my parents passed away. Georgia Fuller, Grayson's mother, took me in back then.

She said, "Norah, you will be Grayson's only woman in the future, the daughter-in-law of the Fuller family."

She let me and Grayson attend the same school. We always went to school and came back home together.

She familiarized me with Grayson's habits and reminded me to be attentive so that I could be a good wife and take care of him in the future.

At first, Grayson was nice to me.

He was like an elder brother, buying me candy, complimenting my dresses, and protecting me from bullies.

But then, everything suddenly changed for no reason.

When I entered middle school, Grayson was already in high school.

If anyone asked him who I was, he would coldly reply that he didn't know me.

In private, he warned me, saying, "Don't let me hear anything about our relationship. Otherwise, I'll kick you out."

I nodded meekly.

I couldn't risk angering Grayson because I had no family since I was five.

I didn't know where else I could go.

However, my attempts to avoid conflict didn't bring peace.

I proudly showed Georgia my perfect test scores. She praised me as a good girl and a good match for Grayson.

But Grayson would tear up my books, telling me not to curry favor with Georgia.

When I bought a new dress and went out to hang out with my friends, he and his friends would run past me and knock me into a puddle.

He then mocked me for being dirty and like a stray dog.

I held back tears and limped home.

When I saw Georgia, I couldn't hold back any longer and threw myself into her arms.

She comforted me, saying, "Norah, you're such a good girl. Don't cry. I will teach him a lesson for you."

Then she would console me, saying that boys at Grayson's age were energetic and immature and that they often expressed affection by teasing girls.

She let me not overthink it.

"Really?" I was unsure.

I knew Grayson seemed annoyed by even a glance at me. Would he really like me?

"Really. I never lie to you," Georgia said.

"And you like Grayson too, don't you?" Georgia gently stroked my head and uncovered my secret feelings.

At the age of budding emotions, anyone would like Grayson.

He was handsome, in really good shape, academically excellent, and from a rich family. He was so popular at school.

There were always people peeking at him outside the classroom.

Moreover, I had been following him since I was a little girl.

He was the only guy in my world.

I knew he liked sweets and disliked spicy food.

He would show off playing basketball, but actually, he preferred soccer.

He had a nervous habit of touching his earlobe when he was not truthful.

Georgia even visited the school for Grayson and me.

Some people learned about our engagement and asked Grayson about it.

His face turned dark as he said, "That's right. My parents arranged it for me."

People laughed. They called me the child bride of the Fuller family.

I secretly watched Grayson's expression. My heart raced, and I mistakenly thought he had accepted me.

On his birthday, I invested a lot of time preparing a gift and baking a cake.

But when I arrived, I overheard that he said to his friends, "Don't mention Norah to me. She makes me sick."

The cake box fell, shattering on the floor.

The ring I bought rolled away, and I couldn't find it after I searched for it for a long while.

Tears welled up, fell onto the carpet, and disappeared instantly.

For the first time, I understood how bitter it was when I loved a man who didn't love me.

2.

Since Grayson didn't like me, I watched him from afar.

I no longer went to school and came back home with him. I gave him a glance at the school gate and then took the bus home.

I prepared birthday gifts secretly and placed them with others'.

But he always picked mine out and threw them away.

After repeated rejections, I finally began to let go. I thought maybe I could live well without Grayson.

When I applied to college, Georgia patted my head and said, "Norah, don't worry about that brat. Just apply to Lunaris City University so you'll be close to me."

Lunaris City University was the best. Grayson was there. I had hesitated about it.

But when I met Georgia's hopeful eyes, I couldn't refuse her.

When Grayson learned it, he uncharacteristically said nothing.

He took out his offer from a college abroad and showed it to Georgia and me. He said, "It's perfect timing. I'm going to study abroad."

I stared at him, stunned.

I had never heard of his plans to study abroad, as he had planned to join the company after graduation.

Georgia's face turned cold as she said, "Grayson, what are you doing? You didn't tell me such a big decision until now?"

Grayson remained expressionless. "It doesn't matter when I join the company. But I want to explore more when I'm young. It's the 21st century now. How could you get me engaged when I was a little boy?"

He then looked at me and said, "Maybe after Norah goes to college and meets different people, she'll realize there are plenty of men in the world. It's best for her to forget about me, as I don't like her."

Georgia was furious. She cursed him a rebellious son.

He didn't care. Then he stood up and leaned over to whisper in my ear, "Do you think I will fall for you after you followed in my footsteps to the same college? Stop dreaming!"

My face turned pale. I hadn't intended to cling to him.

Grayson left without a care. Georgia was angry, but she couldn't help but worry about him.

She often called him.

She sighed when she saw me. "Norah, that foolish guy doesn't know true love is the most valuable in the world. He'll regret it one day."

Georgia wasn't truly old-fashioned. After she found out about Grayson's resistance and that I didn't insist, she silently cancelled our engagement.

She treated me even better. She seemed to compensate for Grayson's love.

I blocked out the news of Grayson and focused on my academic learning.

Two years later, Grayson's father unexpectedly passed away. Grayson returned to take over the family business. Georgia took me to meet him. Then I saw him again.

He was more mature and composed than two years ago. He was chatting happily with a woman.

I learned at that moment that he had a girlfriend when he was abroad.

The woman was striking, with fair skin and flowing hair. Others would have a good impression of her at first glance.

When Grayson saw Georgia, he ran up to her and gave her a big hug.

Grayson beamed and said, "Mom, this is Vivian Dobson."

Georgia snorted and then took me away. "I never liked her. She is in skimpy clothes. She's off-putting. Grayson will suffer sooner or later if he insists on being with her."

I smiled and said, "Grayson has good taste. He wouldn't choose the wrong woman."

Georgia sighed, "If he can't see how good you are, he is just blind. From now on, you're my daughter."

She had given up on pairing me with Grayson.

I felt unexpectedly relieved.

But things didn't go as smoothly as I had thought.

3.

Vivian went to the Fuller family's old estate with Grayson.

He let her sleep in my room because she liked the sunlight, and my room had the best light.

Georgia was naturally unhappy about it.

I didn't want them to quarrel over me. So I gently comforted Georgia and moved my belongings to the guest room under Grayson's gaze.

I thought my concession would please them.

But Vivian wasn't a friendly woman.

She cornered me in the garden when no one else was around.

"So you're Grayson's child bride? You are just so-so!" She sneered while she crossed her arms and sized me up. "I don't know how you are so lucky to latch onto Grayson. You are such a cheap woman."

She was angry to see that I ignored her. She walked over to me and said, "Grayson hates being controlled most. You'd better leave before you become even more of a nuisance."

I nodded. I only stayed with Georgia for a few days and didn't need to quarrel with her.

Moreover, Grayson brought her there. If I were to have a conflict with her, Grayson would undoubtedly side with her.

Why should I put myself through unnecessary trouble?

It would only bring Georgia trouble.

Vivian failed to provoke me. She then cursed me venomously, "You bitch!"

I cast her a sidelong glance and went into the room to chat with Georgia.

Emily Roberson was Georgia's confidante and had watched me grow up in the Fuller family. She overheard Vivian's insult and couldn't hold back her anger. She told Georgia about it.

Naturally, Georgia was unhappy and called Grayson over. She scolded him harshly, saying, "You told me that you were unwilling to marry Norah, and I didn't force you. But you brought such a woman back home who was so rude. Are you trying to piss me off?"

It was tough for Grayson to return from abroad to take over the family business. He was clearly exhausted, with dark shadows under his eyes. He replied coldly, "You don't have to call me back just for something like this."

He glanced at Emily and said, "From now on, Vivian is my fiancée at the Fuller family. Whatever she says or does, I will be happy, as long as she's happy. If anyone can't tolerate it, they can leave."

His words were resolute.

Vivian seemed to have gained immense power.

In the morning, she pretended to trip and spilled hot porridge on me. At noon, she had someone disturb my nap by cleaning the room.

In the evening, she found opportunities to humiliate me.

Seeing Georgia's temper growing day by day, I told her that I wanted to return to the campus.

She patted my head with affection and said, "Norah, sorry to let you be aggrieved. I bought two properties near your school before. I gave one to Grayson before, and now I'm giving you the other one. You can't be my daughter-in-law now. Then you can be my daughter. As long as you're happy, I'm happy."

Georgia was a kind woman. She had always relied on her husband and her son. And she genuinely treated me with love and care.

Tears welled up in my eyes as I smiled and comforted her not to worry.

Before I left, Vivian leaned against the door with a smug smile.

I smirked inwardly. She always thought she won after she had Grayson.

But after I left Grayson and immersed myself in my academic learning, I discovered a vast world with so much more awaiting me.

4.

I moved many of my belongings into the house Georgia gave me, including a photo album with pictures of my parents and me when I was a little girl.

On the back of each photo, there were words, saying, "Our beloved daughter."

My father had been Grayson's father's bodyguard.

My mother and Georgia were close friends. She fell in love with my father at first sight. She chose to marry him after she got away from her family. Fortunately, they led a happy life after they got married.

But when I was five years old, my parents and Grayson's parents went out together and had an accident. My parents died, and Grayson's parents survived.

So Georgia took me in. She brought me like her daughter, hoping I would marry Grayson.

I held the album, and my eyes were stung with tears.

If my parents knew Grayson abandoned me, they must be heartbroken.

I shouldn't and wouldn't wallow in such feelings.

I thought it through and felt a weight lift off my heart.

I looked out the window and suddenly had the idea that I could explore the world by myself.

I took a leave from the university and set off.

First, I went to the grasslands, where I rode a horse freely across the vast green plains.

Then, I visited the South, where I enjoyed the gentle drizzle and tranquil atmosphere. I tried the osmanthus cake. It was so sweet.

I traveled to Grohico, where I enjoyed the local spicy dishes that made my cheeks flush.

Later, I went to the seaside, where I found my favorite pink seashells on the beach and excitedly shared photos with Georgia.

I returned to Lunaris City in the winter because Georgia's birthday was coming.

I arrived at the Fuller family's house the night before and presented Georgia with a traditional dress, which I had learned to make in Nymphora.

Georgia was overjoyed. She eagerly tried it on and asked Emily if it fit perfectly.

She held my hand and said happily, "My dear, you're my most cherished daughter."

She lamented Grayson not being considerate and disliked Vivian. She felt the large Fuller family's mansion was empty without me. She insisted I stay to keep her company.

I couldn't refuse her and didn't want to see her unhappy.

Georgia lay in bed. She gently smoothed my hair and said, "You have grown up. I always wanted you to stay with me, but Grayson was disappointing.

Even if you get married in the future, you must visit me often."

Her eyes were filled with reluctance when she spoke.

I was a little sad, saying, "I don't have to get married. I'm willing to stay with you forever."

She simply brushed it off with a fond smile, thinking I was just being childish.

But I truly believed marriage wasn't a necessity in my life.

I could have my own career and my own life.

5.

It was Georgia's birthday party the next day.

It wasn't a grand affair. It was just a gathering of close friends and family.

But Georgia dressed herself up meticulously and prepared a fitting gown.

I put on my gown and makeup. The makeup artist was amazed and said, "Miss Horton, you're stunning! You are more beautiful than many celebrities I've seen."

Georgia was a bit smug and said, "Of course. Norah is the prettiest."

As we entered the banquet hall, everyone looked at me in amazement.

I shyly hid behind Georgia, but she arranged for me to sit beside her.

Throughout the banquet, others praised Georgia for his sharp business acumen.

Then I learned that during my absence, Grayson had fully taken over the family business. He eliminated obstacles, fired senior employees who secretly took kickbacks, and opened up new markets for the company.

After they praised Grayson, they turned to me, saying Georgia was truly lucky.

She had a successful son and had brought up a smart, beautiful girl.

Georgia was overjoyed and said, "Grayson is grown now, and I don't want to interfere in his life.

But Norah is a good girl. I must find her a good match. If you know any outstanding young guy, you must introduce him to her."

The women around promised to bring the best men in the country to me and let me choose.

I felt a bit awkward being teased.

So I found an excuse and slipped out for some fresh air.

Just outside the banquet hall lay a serene natural lake. It was surrounded by beautiful sycamore trees.

When I was a little girl, I often sneaked out during parties and sat by the lake.

But someone followed me that day.

I frowned and saw Vivian walking over to me. She was dressed up but full of resentment. My heart tightened.

Before I could speak, she suddenly pushed me hard.

The suffocating feeling filled me with panic when I was drowning. I seemed to forget all the swimming skills I had learned.

I struggled desperately.

Suddenly, a broad chest pressed against me, and I was lifted upward.

I seized the chance and clung to him. I coughed violently on his shoulder.

He carried me to the bank and gently comforted me.

"Don't be afraid!"

After I calmed down, I noticed many people had heard the noise and gathered around us.

Except Georgia, many pointed me and whispered.

Then I realized that I was in the arms of Jerald Wade, Grayson's bodyguard.

Our clothes were soaked. My chiffon dress was clinging to my body and revealing my curves.

Grayson scolded coldly, "Norah, you still attract attention today."

He got angry at me for no reason, and I shivered from the cold.

Suddenly, Vivian said, "Grayson, I saw Miss Horton sneak out and Jerald follow her.

Maybe they're secretly in love with each other. How can Miss Horton attract attention?"

She spoke casually, and Grayson's gaze shifted between Jerald and me. Seeing Jerald try to protect me with his hand, Grayson's face darkened.

He said coldly, "Vivian is right.

Then Georgia doesn't need to find you a suitable match. You can marry Jerald."

Everyone was stunned by his words.

Jerald shielded me and desperately explained the situation.

Grayson sneered, "She has stayed in with the Fuller family all these years. I make it worth your while to marry her."

Vivian chimed in, "Actually, Jerald is quite good. After all, he has the same job as Miss Horton's father. Maybe that's the best match for her."

Grayson held Vivian, and she giggled.

They looked at Jerald dismissively. In their eyes, Jerald was completely insignificant.

Jerald lowered his head and stammered, "Miss Horton deserves the best. I don't deserve her."

I was in a rage and straightened up. I grabbed Jerald's hand and said, "In my eyes, you're the best.

If you're willing, let's get married!

If you agree, we'll get married next week."