Under His Condition

ed her own reflection. Despite Bella's insistence, she felt even more out of place in the wealth-filled w

ooking through the crowd for the man

ndered her sister, Talia. Elara felt overwhelmed as she faced the financial burde

ed to Kian, the man she was about to see. Bella had

that came with the situation. This blind date seemed like a risk

nterrupting her daydr

g!" Keep in mind,

impression. This wasn't just a simple outing, it was about rescuing her sister's li

. Tall and exuding an aura of confidence, he commanded attention. Walk

Elara," he greeted,

she responded, attempting

ian was captivating, delightful, and brought more laughter to her than she anticipa

true purpose

necdotes, the discussion changed. Kian po

h from Bella," he started, paying close attenti

rapidly. "What was

ng with some difficulties regarding your sister's health.

ness and caution. She was grateful for the encouragement but

n difficult, her voice shakin

nce," Kian added, speaking calmly. "I have the ability t

for a brief moment. "Why di

ce I have faith in doing the morally correct thing.

her stomach. "What ar

rriage. I will provide you with the necessary financial support,

he ground beneath her. "Are you suggesting that y

he assured, picking up on her anger. "It will

ts moving quickly. "Do you bel

," responded Kian, edging nearer, speaking softly a

een them. Elara felt her heart racing and her mind swirling

actual circumstances. However, she also sensed the faint presence of

necting her back to the real world. Looking down,

?" Don't forget to inq

ect her thoughts. As she stepped out onto the balcony, she experienced the gentle

a blend of enthusiasm and worry showing on her face. I sa

th anger and pain inside her. Bella, you didn't

a blind date with his friend. His friend told me some things about him,

sily receive assistance from a person I hardly recognize?" Anger surge

ake!" "He's a nice person, Elara!" Bella stood

intend to assist me by entering a convenient marriage with him? Bella

ed he would be the one to grasp your circumstances. You are aware

what?" You are not allowed to make choices on my behal

lla begged. "I know your pride will prevent you from seeking help, which

ions weighing heavily on her. "Bella, you involved him without ev

I apologize, Elara. I simply desired to be of assistance. You have bee

he air. Elara's heart felt compassion, understanding that Bella's motives came

ntually mentioned, her voice becoming quieter. She

emember that I am always here to support you," with

ian's eyes locked with hers. His face showed a blend of interest and worry

f her choice became even more apparent. Is she will

ual subjects, but Elara's thoughts were

noticed it. She was preoccupied with the various possibilities

is hand slightly touching hers. He whispered that she h

ast with both fear and a mysterious pull towards the man standi

epth in his eyes. Regardless of your decision, it

ith uncertainties. As she strolled through the city, amidst the blinking neon lights, she couldn't

usual feeling of concern for Talia gripping her ti

ay would only bring more inquiries than solutions. Was it possible for her to genuinely t

ion buzzed on her phone, bring

e aware that the offer is still availabl

ly on her shoulders. She found herself at a dilemma, realizing that