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My Secret Desire

Chapter 5 5

Word Count: 1012    |    Released on: 24/02/2024

loe P

wed coffee, creating a deceptive illusion of calm before the storm.

e played on my lips, oblivious to t

seat across from him. Xavier's gaze held a weighty secret, and without w

r leaned forward, sincerity etched in his features. "Chloe, I'm dead serious. This marriage is the only thing that

s problem. Marriage is a serious commitment, not a solution to financial troubles, besides you have Melissa." I said to hi

he's built." Leaning back in my chair, I grappled with the weight of the revelation. "Xavier, marriage should be ba

ed time to process this. Marrying for business reasons felt like betrayal. The air hung heavy with uncertainty. The unexpected proposal had thrust me into a moral dilemma. As I stormed out of the

f a contract marriage. The clause stipulated a one-year commitment, a decision that, in my mind, held the promise of bringing stability to my f

parents awaited our arrival. The tension in the air was palpable as we stepped

o meet you, Chloe. My son has spoken highly of you." I replied gra

leaned forward, her eyes twinkling with approval. "Xavier, you've brought home a gem

m under the table, I could

both were drawn by a particular art piece.

surprised both Xavier and me, as they agreed to our marriage plans. However, beneath the surface, I couldn't shake

the grand mansion held surreal moments. One day, curiosity led me to a partially closed study. The door creaked open, revealing a room adorned with antique furniture and

entered, curiosity etched on his face.

, shoving the docume

hallway, the discovery I stumbled upon sent shivers down my spine. The papers unveiled some sort of relationship connecting Xavier's

mind racing to comprehend this unexpected revelation.

ne". I

ly illuminated hallways. My father's name echoed in my head as the study door loom

mmanding man whose gaze peered through the dark

k, "I was looking for

ced. "The restroom is on the o

f unanswered questions hung in the airs. Sleep avoided me. Just as the night felt unending, a sharp tap on m

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