TOP UP

Reading History

Sign out

Get the APP

Marry First, Love Later

Chapter 9 Chapter 9

Word Count: 1046 | Released on: 07/12/2024

ger radiating from Elias, like a

as he

of this have

ent, her pain-it had

ood, this is a hospital!'

you save me? Why did you take me home?' Elias's gaze locked

st seriousness. 'A doctor's duty is to save lives and heal woun

gradually, conflicting emo

's red-rimmed eyes, he k

at she would have done it

lowered his head and p

encounter, this kiss was real

th a sense of urgency, leaving Calli

grip on her wrists, but he held her firm

gth and bit down on his tongu

led back,

with his blood only fuelled

apped, her voice dripping with anger. 'Is this how y

ingered on

husky, 'crying over your ex-bo

oss her face, Callie

demanded, her voice ti

him what he's lost. Find a man who's more handsome, more powerful, and riche

g in disbelief. 'Where am I sup

lifted her chin, lockin

ree to be with me, I'll protect you from

uard, Callie's mind raced

ood before her with an earnes

r lip, contempla

er ex-boyfriend and his new flame

ween accepting Elias's prop

having only crossed

she found herself lost in th

an unwavering gaze, tende

ccustomed to making swift decis

lled him through the ranks to

he realised the n

as still nascent, and he wanted to gi

et firm. 'If you're unsure about this, you have three da

lias turned and lef

indow and caught sight of Callie pulling the blanket o

evident that she didn't remember t

he was mere

as didn

y moment of their brief enco

t to know him better, to discover the depths of hi

pair of spectacles perched on his nose, sat behind his p

it, he exuded an air of

, Abby Colman, her head bowed

emoved his glasses, pinchi

for a grave mistake she h

d nearly cost a patient's life, and it was only through the swi

our actions? You could have killed that soldier today. If I hadn't used my position as director to suppre

d it because the patient was in critical condition. There was no othe

a catastrophe. Even I, as the director, would not have been able to protect you. You need to realise the consequences of your actions. The soldier belongs to

k in, Abby's eyes wid

upon her, and she could no longer

her from expressing gratitu

Chapter End

Claim Your Bonus at the APP

Open

Marry First, Love Later

Jessica C. Dolan Billionaires

“'Callie,' he began, his voice husky, 'crying over your ex-boyfriend won't solve anything.' Confusion etched across her face, Callie furrowed her brows. 'Then what will?' she demanded, her voice tinged with frustration. Elias leaned closer, his warm breath caressing her cheek. 'You need to show him what he's lost. Find a man who's more handsome, more powerful, and richer than him. Then, make a grand entrance into his life with your new partner.' Callie scoffed, her eyes rolling in disbelief. 'Where am I supposed to find someone like that?' Elias's fingers gently lifted her chin, locking their gazes together. 'I can be that man,' he said. 'If you agree to be with me, I'll protect you from any harm, including your ex-boyfriend.' ********************************************** Elias Westwood, billionaire heir turned professional solider, a commanding presence on the battlefield, conceals a tender heart that beats for only one woman--Callie Hawthorne, a fearless surgical resident, possesses an innocent charm and wields her skills like a warrior in the operating theatre. Their first encounter thrusts them into a dangerous game of deception. Elias uses Callie as a pawn, their lips locked in a passionate kiss, fooling his pursuers. In that moment, Callie feels the allure of the enigmatic soldier, and a strange connection sparks between them. An impulsive decision seals their fate-a hasty marriage to escape an arranged union and prove Callie's readiness to move on from a past love. Little did they know, this act would propel them onto an unforeseen path. Amidst the chaos of war, Elias risks his life for his countrymen, while Callie tends to the wounded and shelters refugees. In the midst of battle, a tender love blossoms. Elias's strength and haunting scars captivate Callie, who shares the pain of being an orphan. She admires his unwavering bravery, finding solace in their shared experiences. Yet, their bond faces relentless challenges. Women vie for Elias's attention, while men yearn for Callie's affection. Sinister forces within the army conspire against Elias, and false accusations threaten to tear Callie away from the man she loves. And Elia's search for the truth about his parents' deaths leads him to confront one of the country's most powerful families. Passion collides with suspense, and love battles against those who seek to tear them apart. Will Elias and Callie emerge unscathed from the shadows, or will their sacrifices shatter their dreams forever? Discover their fight for a future filled with hope, trust, and the promise of a happy ending.”